Location: Santo Domingo
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Top 10 Things to do for Honeymoon in Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo Province
Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic and a UNESCO world heritage site, is the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the Americas and one of the most populous cities in the Caribbean. The city is a mix of old world charm and modern Latin flair. Its medieval palaces and fortresses mix with nightlife and shopping to rival any modern city in the world. You'll find pristine beaches and hidden gems like a salsa/merengue club set inside a huge underground cave.
Restaurants in Santo Domingo
1. Rincones De Mi Pais
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
Adventure, Nature & Culture Travel in Dominican Republic. Day tours, Private Tours and multidays tours. The best itineraries, professional guides, the best food all conceived to give you the best experience.
2. Zona Bici
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5.0 based on 242 reviews
#1 Bike rental shop in Santo Domingo. Discover the Colonial Zone in the most fun and authentic way covering more ground in less time. During the tour we share both historic and cultural insights ridding by the most beautiful hidden corners with plenty of instagramable locations. It´s the first thing you should do when you get in town so you get the most out of your stay. In tow hours we will ride thru the sea side for panoramic view of the city while enjoying the Caribbean sea breeze, visit all the main parks and plazas as well as centuries old ruins, churches and all sorts of small local businesses that express the best of our culture. By the end of the tour you will feel like a local, knowing all the best spots to go eat, drink, dance and shop. Come ride with us and experience the best of Santo Domingo. You can also rent a bike to go on your own, we carry all types of bikes. In our shop you will find the best coffee in town as well as the biggest selection of local craft beers.
3. Calle Las Damas
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4.5 based on 1,097 reviews
This cobblestone street, the first ever built in the New World, is known for its numerous beautiful structures from centuries past.
Reviewed By PeeJay0708 - Stredokluky, Czech Republic
We heard a lot of this street before we came to St. Domingo the first time. Nice to walk along this historical street up to the very center of mediaval town.
4. The 3 Eyes National Park
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4.5 based on 2,449 reviews
A group of interconnected caves near Santo Domingo.
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The "Monumento Natural Cueva Los Tres Ojos", also known as "Parque Nacional Los Tres Ojos", is probably the most visited attraction in Santo Domingo! The caves and lagoons were discovered about a hundred years ago and are really breathtaking! A winding staircase leads visitors to a series of limestone caves. An underground river - "La Brujuela - feeds freshwater to three interconnected lagoons, locally called "eyes" for their eye-oval-shapes. The first one, "Lago de Azufre", is famous for its blue waters (due to the presence of calcium minerals in its composition and not due to sulphurous waters, as initially believed), stalactites and stalagmites. Then comes "Lago La Nevera", named after its cold waters. The third "eye", "Lago Las Damas", the shallowest one, was mostly used by women and children. Years later, a fourth lake was discovered, but unlikely the other "eyes", this one is not underground, but open-air and surrounded by a rocky landscape and lush vegetation. It is called "Lago Los Zaramagullones" after some native ducks, and is the deepest one, with beautiful small fishes swimming on its crystal clear waters. Take your time and visit the park, its caves and lakes. You will never regret! Enjoy!
5. National Botanical Garden
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4.5 based on 554 reviews
Full of flowers and plants native to the island, the gardens offer tram tours of the facilities.
Reviewed By pamgarner15 - Mesa, United States
The Botanical Gardens show off the natural beauty of the Dominican Republic. The architect did a masterful job of designing the grounds. I love the Japanese gardens I also enjoyed the walking tour. This is well worth the 200 pesos or 4 American dollars.
6. Zona Colonial
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4.5 based on 3,086 reviews
Reviewed By globetrottingboys - San Francisco, United States
My life was so enriched by visiting this spot. I really thought Santo Domingo was just about Bachata but i was wrong this place is so rich in history is full of sixteenth century architecture, former colonial buildings now turned museums, and embassies. Make sure you visit all this spots located along this historic zone include Fortaleza Ozama, the first fortress in the Americas, and the National Pantheon, resting place of the Dominican Republic’s national heroes, La Calle De Las Damas and The first cathedral build in the new continent (cathedral of Santa María)
7. The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema
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4.5 based on 398 reviews
The Battle of Santo Domingo is a fully immersive 4D cinema experience. Visitors can enjoy the physical and virtual world of the 1586 walled city invasion of Santo Domingo lead by Sir Francis Drake - the most renowned seaman of the Elizabethan era. The film follows this fearsome pirate as he storms the city, presenting itself in nine languages simultaneously. Established to provide visitors with an introduction to the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, the film shares knowledge of the history, culture and values of the Dominican Republic through world-class technology. Much to their delight, visitors participate in a fully interactive and multi-sensory experience, one that includes a 3D movie with remarkable features such as motion seats, wind, mist, fog, heat and even bubbles! The Battle of Santo Domingo was awarded in the ITB Berlin - Cinema Festival 2016 and the winner of the #1 place for the Best Film of Cultural Tourism in the Internacional Film Festival "Art & Tur" Portugal 2016
Reviewed By californiaalysa - Santo Domingo, Caribbean
My kids, even the teenager, enjoyed these movies, and it was a great time to get off the street and into air conditioning for an hour or so. We bought the three movie package and enjoyed all of them. The Pirates one was particularly fun.
8. Kahkow Experience
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4.5 based on 334 reviews
Reviewed By GnMe - Menomonie, United States
We have not done the tour, but have stopped a couple times for a cup of hot chocolate, bought items in their shop and watched through the window as workers made chocolate... something. Not sure when they do that, but it's interesting to watch if you're there at the right time. We may have to do the tour some time, and make our own chocolate bar. If you're up for a $5 cup of hot chocolate, it's an unbelievable treat.
9. Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor
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4.5 based on 3,185 reviews
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
This beautiful cathedral, the earliest built in the Americas, still maintains a quiet, peaceful aura to it despite its tourist attractiveness, and is a lovely spot to both admire the architecture and to sit for a few minutes amidst the bustle of the area. There's a statue of Christopher Columbus near the cathedral, and has a history stretching back to the 16th century.
10. Malecon
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4.0 based on 804 reviews
This popular thoroughfare is home to luxury hotels and casinos as well as historic monuments and statues.
Reviewed By DrSoulpr - San Juan, Caribbean
During my tour with Mr Peralta (Find him at Plaza Colón) he took me here on our second day. He explained how many people do exercises here because at one end it has something like a gym Free for all and many locals use it! During the weekends the Malecon turns into a hangout place for locals when they bring their food and drinks to share and enjoy out in the open! Being my the Sea the breeze here is great! I saw some employees cleaning the beach and some young men also cleaning in another area. Mr Peralta explained the government expects many citizens to help with the cleaning and pays some people also to maintain the areas clean! We walked by two restaurants and they were both highly recommended by Mr Peralta!
