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City Tour Santo Domingo

Travel from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo and discover the history of the first city of the New World. Visit Los Tres Ojos, admire the Faro a Colón and the National Palace, tour the Colonial Zone with a guide, enter historical monuments, and enjoy a Dominican lunch.

FromUS$65/ adult

Destination

Santo Domingo

Duration

Full day

Languages

Español · Inglés · Portugués

Pickup

Included at your hotel

Cancellation

Free

Agency rating

4.8 ★ · 130 reviews

What will you experience?

A quick overview of the experience.

The experience

Travel from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo and discover the history of the first city of the New World. Visit Los Tres Ojos, admire the Faro a Colón and the National Palace, tour the Colonial Zone with a guide, enter historical monuments, and enjoy a Dominican lunch.

Why choose this tour?

  • Coordinated by ForFun Travel in Punta Cana
  • Hotel pickup included
  • Free cancellation
  • Duration: Full day
Ideal forCulture & historyTravellers with hotel pickupFamilies with childrenFlexible plans

Highlights

The key moments of the tour.

Full-day excursion to Santo Domingo from Punta Cana

Entrance to Los Tres Ojos National Park

Guided tour of the Zona Colonial

Guided tour of the Zona Colonial

Guided tour of the Zona Colonial

Alcázar de Colón

About the experience

5-star experiences from our travellers

4.8/5 on Google · 130+ reviews

  • “Reliable, professional, kind and has a deep knowledge of the best routes and places to visit in Dominican Republic. We took a tour from Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Samana…”

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  • “Andy was punctual and professional. I will definitely recommend him for your next travel.”

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Itinerary

El orden del recorrido puede cambiar a discreción del Tour Leader o del equipo operativo por razones logísticas, climáticas, marítimas, de seguridad o afluencia de visitantes.

  1. Parada 1

    Hotel pickup in Punta Cana

    Your day begins with pickup at the hotel or confirmed meeting point in Punta Cana. The exact time depends on the location of your accommodation and the assigned route. Once participants are gathered, the group prepares to start the journey to Santo Domingo.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Hotel pickup in Punta Cana
  2. Parada 2

    Journey to Santo Domingo

    The tour towards the Dominican capital begins. During the journey, you will be able to observe landscapes of the east of the country, including sugarcane expanses, as you approach a city where more than five centuries of history coexist with modern life.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Journey to Santo Domingo
  3. Parada 3

    Los Tres Ojos National Park

    Explore one of Santo Domingo's most surprising natural spaces. Los Tres Ojos is a cave system with freshwater lakes surrounded by rock formations and tropical vegetation. The tour allows you to discover a landscape completely different from the rest of the city and learn about one of its most famous natural attractions.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Los Tres Ojos National Park
  4. Parada 4

    Faro a Colón

    Continue towards Faro a Colón, one of Santo Domingo's most recognizable monuments. During this standard option, a panoramic visit is made to learn about its historical importance and take photos of the exterior.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Faro a Colón
  5. Parada 5

    Palacio Nacional

    During the tour through Santo Domingo you will also contemplate the Palacio Nacional, seat of the Dominican Executive Branch and one of the country's most recognized institutional buildings. The visit is panoramic, ideal for appreciating its architecture and taking photos from the outside.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Palacio Nacional
  6. Parada 6

    COLONIAL ZONE

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — COLONIAL ZONE
  7. Parada 7

    Catedral Primada de América

    Discover one of Santo Domingo's most important religious and historical monuments. The Catedral Primada is an essential part of the tour through the Colonial City and stands out for its architecture and its importance within the history of the continent.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Catedral Primada de América
  8. Parada 8

    Parque Colón

    Discover one of the most emblematic spaces of the Colonial City. Parque Colón is surrounded by historic buildings, restaurants, cafes, and a vibrant urban life that makes it one of the main meeting points in the historic center.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Parque Colón
  9. Parada 9

    Calle de las Damas

    Walk along one of Santo Domingo's most historic streets and discover part of the architecture and stories linked to the first years of the colonial city.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Calle de las Damas
  10. Parada 10

    Alcázar de Colón / Plaza España

    Discover the surroundings of Alcázar de Colón, former residence of Diego Colón, son of Cristóbal Colón, and contemplate Plaza España, one of the most representative open spaces in the Colonial Zone.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Alcázar de Colón / Plaza España
  11. Parada 11

    Fortaleza Ozama

    Discover one of the most important historic defensive complexes in the Colonial City and learn about its role in protecting Santo Domingo during the colonial era.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Fortaleza Ozama
  12. Parada 12

    Calle El Conde and colonial spaces

    Walk down one of Santo Domingo's most famous pedestrian streets, surrounded by shops, historic buildings, restaurants, and spaces where everyday life blends with colonial heritage.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — Calle El Conde and colonial spaces
  13. Parada 13

    DOMINICAN LUNCH

    Take a break to enjoy a varied Dominican-style lunch. It is the perfect time to rest after walking and get to know part of the local gastronomy before continuing the tour.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — DOMINICAN LUNCH
  14. Parada 14

    FREE TIME IN THE COLONIAL ZONE

    Enjoy free time to walk around the area, take photos, visit shops, and buy souvenirs before gathering again with the group.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — FREE TIME IN THE COLONIAL ZONE
  15. Parada 15

    RETURN TO PUNTA CANA

    After completing the tour of Santo Domingo, we will begin the return journey to Punta Cana. Arrival may vary according to traffic and the location of each accommodation. Transportation will end at the corresponding hotel or drop-off point.

    Santo Domingo City Tour from Punta Cana – Discover the 1st City of the New World! — RETURN TO PUNTA CANA

What's included

Round-trip transportation from Punta Cana
Multilingual guide
Entrance to Los Tres Ojos National Park
Panoramic view of Faro a Colón
Panoramic view of Palacio Nacional
Guided tour of the Zona Colonial
Entrance to historical monuments included in the program
Entrance to the Catedral Primada de América
Varied lunch
Free time for shopping
Free time for photographs

What's not included

Tips
Personal expenses
Food, drinks, or services not mentioned as included
Shopping and personal souvenirs
Any service not expressly indicated in the program

Pickup

Pickup included: we will confirm the exact time and meeting spot on WhatsApp.

Pickup at your accommodation

Round-trip transportation

Pickup time

The exact pickup time depends on your hotel or place of lodging and will be confirmed after booking.

Pickup times

  • mañana

    6:30 AM – 8:00 AM

The exact pickup time depends on your hotel or place of lodging and will be confirmed after booking.

Important information

Cancellation and change policies

Frequently asked questions

Price from (per person)

US$65/ adult

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