Zona Colonial
Santo Domingo
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Popular places to visit
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.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Alcazar de Colon
Walk the same halls that were once paced by the son of Christopher Columbus in this stunning preservation of Spanish colonial architecture.
Plaza de España
Learn about the local history of Santo Domingo when you take a trip to Plaza de España. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Museum of the Royal Houses
Once the Spanish administrative center of the Caribbean, this building now houses a museum dedicated to the colonial history of the region.
Things to do
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo: Hidden Waterfall & Historical Cave Adventure
Santo Domingo City - Full Day All Inclusive Tour
Punta Cana: Ecological Adventure in Buggies from Santo Domingo
Full Day Excursion to Catalina Island From Bavaro / Punta Cana.
Cave Horseback Ride and Beach Guided Experience
Top hotels in Zona Colonial
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Boutique Hotel Palacio
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Colonial
Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Nueva
When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
Las Américas
While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico.
Ciudad Universitaria
Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.
Alma Rosa
While Alma Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Megacentro Mall and Colon Lighthouse and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.