Zona Colonial
Santo Domingo
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Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a visit to Calle El Conde. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you spend time 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savor 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.
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.
Ozama Fortress
The oldest military structure in the New World, this imposing fort is the site from where the Spanish launched several key colonial conquests in the Americas.
Things to do
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Cave Horseback Ride and Beach Guided Experience
Saona Island From Santo Domingo With Catamaran, Food & Drink
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Santo Domingo: Silent Disco Adventure in the Colonial Zone
From Santo Domingo: Saona Island Day Trip w/ Lunch & Drinks
Zona Colonial Hotel Deals
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2025
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025
Cataleya Hotel
Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025
Boutique Hotel Palacio
Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2025
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Colonial
Ciudad Colonial
Discover the historic heart of Santo Domingo, where cobblestone streets like Calle Las Damas lead to landmarks such as Alcázar de Colón and Catedral de Santa María la Menor. Stroll along pedestrian-only Calle del Conde, and enjoy local shops and restaurants near Plaza de España.
Ciudad Nueva
Ciudad Nueva might not have many top sights, but Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. 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
Though Las Américas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico.
Ciudad Universitaria
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Ciudad Universitaria. Spend some time visiting top spots like Guibia Beach, and catch the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station to see more of the area.
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.
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