Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with a circular plaza, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A street lined with parked cars, palm trees, and buildings with balconies.
A metal sculpture of a cow in an urban setting.
A historic building with arched windows and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by palm trees and flowers.
A historic stone building with flags, carved emblems, and large windows.

Stay near popular Ciudad Colonial attractions

A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a statue, and ornate street lamps.

Calle El Conde

9.0/10 (1,642 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Activities

Saona Island: Catamaran tour to a Dream Beach, all inclusive

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

AU$124
per adult
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Inside of the National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch

AU$112
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops

AU$29
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo: Chocolate Tour + Optional Workshops
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..

AU$153
per adult
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean

Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana

AU$132
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana
Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee

Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee

AU$70
per adult
Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour: Beer and Specialty Coffee
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Our pick of the best Ciudad Colonial Hotel Deals

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando

4.5 out of 5
Calle Las Damas Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$233 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$233
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham

Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham

3.5 out of 5
Arzobispo Merino No. 109, Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$149 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$149
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,131 reviews)
"Suppp"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection

Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
Calle 19 de Marzo No. 164 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$112 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$112
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (805 reviews)
"Beautiful place with a wonderful staff."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG

Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG

4.5 out of 5
Calle Las Mercedes #155 Santo Domingo Santo Domingo
The price is AU$310 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$310
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Malecon and Blue Mall are located ...
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
Cataleya Hotel

Cataleya Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle Mercedes 52 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$80 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$80
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (426 reviews)
"Me gustó el lugar, no tiene elevador pero son pocas gradas las que se suben. El restaurante tiene una ubicación muy bonita."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Cataleya Hotel
Boutique Hotel Palacio

Boutique Hotel Palacio

3.5 out of 5
Calle Duarte 106 Santo Domingo Distrito Nacional
The price is AU$119 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$119
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santo Domingo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean area común,variable breakfast"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Boutique Hotel Palacio
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Our guide on where to stay in Ciudad Colonial

Find the best Ciudad Colonial areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone archway with a flagpole and a clear blue sky.

Zona Colonial

Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.

A densely built urban area with numerous high-rise buildings, a large body of water in the background, and some green spaces.

Piantini

Unique features of Piantini include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Blue Mall or Acropolis Center while you're exploring the area.

A historic building with arches and columns, palm trees, and a paved courtyard.

Downtown Santo Domingo

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.

A large, classical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and tropical plants.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Gascue

The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

A coastal city with a clear blue sea, a highway along the shore, and distant city skyline.

Las Américas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Aquatic Park.

Ciudad Colonial Travel Guide

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