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Fortaleza Ozama

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.

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Santo Domingo? Join us on the most fun and authentic tour of the Colonial Zone, where history and culture come to life, all while creating lasting memories! Get ready to cover more ground and make the most of your time in this vibrant city. Our tour is designed to take you to the most beautiful and hidden corners, perfect for those Insta-worthy shots that will make your friends jealous! This tour is not just a sightseeing trip; it's an immersion into the soul of Santo Domingo. From panoramic views of the Caribbean sea, feeling the refreshing breeze on your face, to exploring the main parks, plazas, and centuries-old ruins, you'll get a taste of the city's rich history and heritage. But that's not all! We'll take you to visit charming local businesses that truly showcase the best of our culture. You'll have the opportunity to experience Santo Domingo like a local, discovering all the best places to eat, drink, dance, and shop. By the end of the tour, you'll feel like you've lived here for ages! Don't worry about age restrictions; this 7 KM tour is adapted for all ages, so everyone can join in on the fun. Just show up 15 minutes before the tour begins, and we'll take care of the rest

Here is where the first Cathedral was built, where the first Bishop was sanctified, where the first Governor resided, and where the first hospital opened. The city has a lot of cultural attributes and architectural sites of interest, like nowhere else on the Hispaniola island. The walking tour starts in the historic colonial part of the city, which is a recognized Unesco World Heritage Site. The trip is perfectly suited for all those wanting to learn more about the historical origins of the New World. During the stroll, visit the first Cathedral, the first univrsity, the fortress and the Palace of Justice. Enjoy a walk on Calle Las Damas, the first cobblestone street, and see the first hospital, the first shipyard and the first viceregal palace of the American Continent. Explore some of the most important museums, squares and landmarks and take this special opportunity to take some unique pictures.

On this tour, we will thoroughly explore every iconic spot in the tourist area of Santo Domingo, providing detailed information and taking the time necessary to do so. Santo Domingo de Guzmán is, without a doubt, one of the most captivating cities in the Caribbean and holds the title of being the first city founded in the New World in 1496. This beautiful capital city invites you to discover its attractions, and with our tour, you can do just that. Our itinerary begins with a visit to the "Los Tres Ojos National Park," an amazing combination of caves and cenotes characterized by their high mineral content and a beauty that is difficult to express in words. We will continue our tour at the Faro a Colon, a Dominican monument and museum built in honor of Christopher Columbus, discoverer of the New World. Inside the lighthouse, there are exhibits from different countries around the world. It also has rooms for temporary exhibitions and conference rooms. Then, we head to the Colonial Zone, the first city in the New World, where the most outstanding and majestic buildings from the colonial era stand. Here you will have the opportunity to explore the First Cathedral of the New World, the Alcázar de Diego Colón, the famous Las Damas street, and other colonial monuments from the 15th century, such as: • Royal Houses Museum. • National Pantheon. • Columbus Park. • Ozama Fortress • Duarte Museum • Taino Museum Accompanied by an expert tour guide, you will explore the Colonial Zone to admire the most outstanding monuments and architecture. You will learn about the life of the Spanish conquistadors while visiting the Alcázar de Diego Colón, the residence of the Grand Admiral's family.

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.

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.

Discover the capital of the Dominican Republic on a guided tour of Santo Domingo. Visit the 3 Eyes River Cave, the Columbus Lighthouse, and the Alcázar de Colón. Enjoy a buffet of typical Dominican gastronomy in the Colonial Zone. Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Punta Cana. Depart for Santo Domingo and stop at the 3 Eyes River Cave. Visit the Columbus Lighthouse and the Alcázar de Colón. Walk through the typical streets of the Colonial Zone, and see the Ozama Fortress, San Francisco Monastery, Casa del Cordón, Puerta de San Diego, House of Hernán Cortes, Ámbar and Larimar Workshop Museum, Plaza de España, and the First Cathedral of America. Enter a workshop where they sculpt the native precious stone of the Dominican Republic, the Larimar. At lunchtime, taste a delicious buffet of typical Dominican gastronomy in the Colonia Zone itself. Accompanied by your private guide, learn about the history of the time of the settlers, the First Cathedral of America, Los Tres Ojos, El Faro a Colón, the streets of the old area, and the Alcázar de Colón. Enjoy free time in the Colonial City and walk through its streets with total freedom. Afterward, return to your hotel in Punta Cana.