The National Pantheon of Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo is a magical city, full of history, culture and amazing landscapes. Explore the oldest Capital of the “New” World, Santo Domingo, the first city founded in America. This sightseeing tour shows you a city full of history and culture. A great activity for the whole family. - We will pick you up at your Hotel to start an incredible trip to Santo Domingo, during the trip you will see incredible details about the Culture of the Dominican Republic. - Upon arrival in Santo Domingo you will visit the incredible cenotes of Los Tres Ojos National Park, especially natural and magical. - You will visit the most important monuments of the City: The 1st Cathedral of America, the Alcázar de Colón and the National Pantheon, El Faro a Colón. - We will take a walk through the Colonial Zone, a romantic street, the first in America, “The Ladies”. Enjoying an ancient but picturesque panoramic view. It operates every day. Its approximate duration is 10 hours.

Uncover the highlights and hidden gems of Santo Domingo on a guided city tour from Bavaro or Punta Cana. Explore the wealth of colonial architecture that has led to the area being recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. After a pickup from your hotel, embark on a journey to the New World’s oldest city in America, Santo Domingo. Learn how the city was settled in the years following Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the Caribbean on his first voyage. Your first stop is The Three Eyes National Park, a nature reserve and open-air limestone cave system with a series of crystal clear lakes known as the “eyes.” Venture into a subway cave once used by the Taino Indians for their rituals. Hit the vibrant streets of Santo Domingo, mixing walking tours and bus rides to fully immerse yourself in the Dominican capital's history. From the Alcazar de Colon to the National Pantheon, and even the First Cathedral of America, dive deep into the rich heritage of this colonial city. After visiting various landmarks, take a well-deserved break at a local restaurant to indulge in a typical lunch with drinks. With your energy replenished, continue your exploration to get a glimpse of the modern area, passing by the National Palace, the seat of power in the Dominican Republic. As your tour of Santo Domingo draws to an end, return to your hotel with a newfound appreciation of its history and heritage.

The tour begins at Las Ruinas de San Francisco, on a historical and architectural journey that begins in 1492 with the arrival of the Spanish to the American continent, and ends in front of the Puerta del Conde, next to the statue of Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deñó, in the historical context of the April Revolution of 1965. We will take a tour of each important part of the history of the first city in America. The architecture, the invasions, the devastations, the independence and the cultural, social and political growth of the island. Our tour guide: Gaudy Mercy, is a local artist, well-known in the world of Hip Hop music and culture. Being a historian for over 15 years, she finds a great passion in sharing her knowledge on this tour, while also learning about other cultures. The tour lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes. Includes a snack and a souvenir.

Dare with our Santo Domingo excursion to know the traces left by the first discoverers of America in Santo Domingo, see our history, where our roots come from, our flavor, our classic merengue that gladdens the heart, join us in this great adventure full of historical knowledge and with an experience full of joy, harmony and peace. Thanks to our great team you will have a great experience of our cultural trip and you will be able to admire our attractions. We will visit the Tres Ojos National Park: subway caves and lagoons used by the Taino Indians for thousands of years until their extermination. We will observe the Columbus Lighthouse where the remains of Christopher Columbus are buried. We will go to the Palace of Diego Columbus. We will walk the first paved road in the New World. Malecon of Santo Domingo We will enter the National Pantheon, the final resting place of the country's most respected citizens. We will be in the first cathedral of the New World. We will be in front of the country's impressive National Palace. We will have time to shop or stroll through the continuously inhabited streets of the Colonial City for half a millennium and enjoy a typical lunch. Don't miss out on our historical excursion.

Santo Domingo is the main historical and cultural site of the Dominican Republic. Nearby is El Conde Street, a pedestrian walkway with a wide variety of shops where you can buy souvenirs for your return to Punta Cana. We always recommend our customers bring cash for these purchases. This tour, although very urban, also includes nature. In Los Tres Ojos National Park, you can experience what those first explorers like Christopher Columbus or his brother Bartolomé Columbus felt when they arrived at the port and discovered the nature of Hispaniola. Inside, three turquoise water lagoons welcome us to a place that was a settlement of the Taíno people. From here, the path will lead us directly to the hustle and bustle of Santo Domingo, where we will begin our visit to the colonial zone. The first building that will catch your eye will be the Primada de América Cathedral, a symbol of the early steps of the Catholic Church on the island. From there, we can go see the Columbus Lighthouse or the Museum of Modern Art, but the cultural options are countless among its streets.

Santo Domingo is a magical city, full of history, culture and amazing landscapes. Explore the oldest Capital of the “New” World, Santo Domingo, the first city founded in America. This sightseeing tour shows you a city full of history and culture. A great activity for the whole family. - We will pick you up at your Hotel to start an incredible trip to Santo Domingo, during the trip you will see incredible details about the Culture of the Dominican Republic. - Upon arrival in Santo Domingo you will visit the incredible cenotes of Los Tres Ojos National Park, especially natural and magical. - You will visit the most important monuments of the City: The 1st Cathedral of America, the Alcázar de Colón and the National Pantheon, El Faro a Colón. - We will take a walk through the Colonial Zone, a romantic street, the first in America, “The Ladies”. Enjoying an ancient but picturesque panoramic view. It operates every day. Its approximate total duration is 10 hours.

Itinerary: We will meet at the time of your choice in front of the Museo de las Casas Reales and begin a guided visit of the Colonial City of Santo Domingo. We will explore each of the most important corners of the oldest area of the Dominican capital. First, we will enter the National Pantheon, the Royal Houses Museum and the Plaza de España, where the emblematic Alcazar de Colon is located. Then we will continue the guided visit along Las Damas Street, where we will stop to admire the House of Rodrigo Bastidas, founder of different cities in South America. We will also contemplate the old residences of Nicolás de Ovando and Dávila, authentic traces of the colonial era in Santo Domingo! We continue to the Catedral Primada de América, also known as Basílica Menor de Santa María de la Encarnación. After seeing this temple built by order of Charles V, we will head to the oldest fort built by Europeans in America: the Fortaleza Ozama. Afterwards, we will resume the walk before concluding the tour, through the Duarte Park, the Church of the Dominicans and finish enjoying the Dominican mamajuana or our authentic Rum at the Larimar Museum, where we will learn about the history of each drink and our nation stone.

Begin your adventure by exploring the impressive Los Tres Ojos National Park, a subway cave system with crystalline lakes, where you can admire the natural beauty of the place. Next, enjoy panoramic views of the Columbus Lighthouse, an imposing monument dedicated to Christopher Columbus, and the Dominican National Palace, a symbol of the country's political history. Then take a panoramic tour of Santo Domingo's Malecon and enjoy the sea breeze while observing the vibrant cityscape. The tour continues in the historic Colonial Zone, a neighborhood full of cobblestone streets and colonial architecture, where you will immerse yourself in the history of the New World. Visit the Royal House Museum, which will transport you back to colonial times, and the Cathedral of America, an architectural gem dating back to 1540. At the National Pantheon, you can pay homage to national heroes and learn about the independence of the Dominican Republic. You will walk along the famous Calle Las Damas, the oldest street in the Americas, and Calle El Conde, a bustling commercial center with local stores. Next, visit the Chocolate Museum, where you will learn about the production of cocoa and taste delicious products, and the Amber Museum, a fascinating tour through the history of this prehistoric material. To finish the tour, enjoy a relaxing stroll through Independence Park, a green space full of monuments and sculptures, before savoring a delicious buffet lunch with typical Dominican dishes. Each stop will offer you a unique and memorable experience, full of history, culture and spectacular views.

This tour will take you back in time and show you Santo Domingo from the times of spanish colony. You'll admire architecture from XVI century and feel the ambience of the past centuries. Not to be overwhelmed by the monuments, you'll also explore the cenotes in the tropical scenery, approach the giant Columbus Lighthouse and ride the cable car over the city. You'll start early in the morning (about 6am) and will have a packaged breakfast on the way. Transfer to the capital will take about 3.5h. Once arrived to Santo Domingo, you'll see first the famous Malecon Boulevard by the Caribbean Sea. Then you'll follow to the east part of the city, where you'll have a glance of eye at the huge Columbus Monument. Nearby are located beautiful cenotes The Three Eyes. You'll explore the limestone caves and will have a ride on a small boat inside the cavern. Your next attraction will be the cable car over the city, connecting different neighbourhood's of the capital. You'll be surprised to see how varying can be local people's living conditions... About noon you'll be heading to the old city, to have about 1 hour walk. You'll follow the route of the first governor of Santo Domingo - Nicolás de Ovando. Buildings dating to his times were the first spanish creations in the New World. Santo Domingo was at that time the head quarter of all spanish colonies. You'll discover the most important monuments: Alcazar de Colón, Casas Reales, Ozama Fortress, Cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery and others. After the visit, enjoy dominican lunch in form of tasty buffet with soft drink included. Then you'll have a free time to explore the old city by your own. It's perfect occasion to make some souvenir shopping or just stroll around. We'll leave the city around 4-5pm and come back to the north coast about 8/9pm.

Embark on an unforgettable journey as your adventure begins with a seamless hotel pickup, whisking you away to the captivating city of Santo Domingo. Along the way, immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of the Dominican Republic, uncovering fascinating stories and hidden gems of its rich heritage. Upon arrival, prepare to be amazed by the breathtaking beauty of Los Tres Ojos National Park. These stunning cenotes, with their crystal-clear waters and mystical ambiance, offer a mesmerizing glimpse into the country’s natural wonders. Next, step into history as you explore Santo Domingo’s most iconic landmarks. Marvel at the stunning architecture of the First Cathedral of the Americas and take in the grandeur of the Alcázar de Colón and El Faro a Colón from the outside. These historic sites hold incredible significance, offering a window into the city’s illustrious past. As the journey continues, take a leisurely stroll through the enchanting Colonial Zone, where cobblestone streets and colonial-era buildings transport you back in time. Walk along the historic "Calle Las Damas," the oldest street in the New World, and soak in the picturesque views of this charming district. Throughout the tour, your expert guide will share captivating insights, making history come alive with fascinating stories. With daily departures and an approximate duration of 10 hours, this adventure is the perfect way to experience the magic of Santo Domingo—an unforgettable journey for travelers of all ages.