Ciudad Universitaria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
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.
Centro Olimpico
Catch an event at Centro Olimpico during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Quisqueya Stadium
Catch an event at Quisqueya Stadium during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Guibia Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Guibia Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Historical Santo Domingo Day Trip from Punta Cana
Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – History & Culture
Our pick of the best Ciudad Universitaria Hotel Deals
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Amazing
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
City Caribbean Hotel Boutique
Grrat
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Santander SD
No hot water, everything else was good
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Malecon Rooms & Hotel
Recomendable en todo el sentido
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
This was our fourth stay at the Fiesta and any time we are in the “heart of Santo Domingo” this is THE place for us to stay. We love the staff, the rooms are very nice, especially if you get the renovated floors (the unrenovated feel like the late 1990’s although they are clean and the beds are definitely ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Barceló Santo Domingo
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The buffet had a large variety of foods and was very fresh and tasty. The Japanese restaurant was average as they did not have many popular japanese foods that we were looking for. The restaurant, piano bar and cigar lounge were always pretty empty. This is ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Universitaria
La Julia
Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Acropolis Center and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto while you're exploring La Julia and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Ensanche Naco
While there might not be top attractions in Ensanche Naco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Acropolis Center.
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.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Guibia Beach or Eduardo Brito National Theater while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
Lope De Vega
When in Lope De Vega, you can plan a visit to Blue Mall and Acropolis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.
