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Santo Domingo: Historical City Tour

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Activity provider:Caribbean Tours
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Private tour

Santo Domingo: Historical City Tour

Activity provider:Caribbean Tours
4.9  / 5
19 reviews

From $58 per person

Explore the historic sights of Santo Domingo, the first European city in the Americas. Visit the Zona Colonial and its cultural attractions.

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Duration 3.5 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English, German
Pickup included
• Please wait in the lobby at least 5 minutes before scheduled pickup time. • Pick up is available in accommodations in the Old City District of Santo Domingo, Zona Colonial (exceptions may apply). A pickup in another part of Santo Domingo is available at an extra charge.
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Experience

Highlights
  • Stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Santo Domingo
  • Immerse yourself in the colonial alleys and streets
  • Visit the fortress with beautiful views over the Ozama river
  • Walk on the first cobblestone street in the Americas
  • Get a real impression of Dominican daily life
Full description
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.
Includes
  • Entry tickets to the cathedral, Fortress Ozama, the national Panteon
  • Entry tickets to the museums of Museo de las Casas Reales
  • A local tour guide
  • 2 drinks
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities
  • any further not mentioned inclusions or entry fees
Not suitable for
  • Children under 2 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
  • People over 80 years

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • High-heeled shoes
  • Pets
  • Drones
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Unaccompanied minors
  • Party groups
  • Nudity
  • Bare feet

Know before you go

  • Please bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a camera
  • The tour begins at 9.30 AM and ends at 12.30 PM - 13.30 PM
  • The Tour is approximately 3 - 4 hours

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Christina – DenmarkOctober 21, 2023 – Verified booking
Fernando er en fantastisk guide! Hans viden om byens historie er enorm - samtidig er han super imødekommende, og viser også hvor det er godt at købe souvenir og få et måltid mad. Alt i alt en stor oplevelse. Vi lagde turen på vores første dag, så vi lærte byen og dens historie godt at kende, og vidste hvor butikker, restauranter mv. lå. Det kan anbefales! 😊
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GetYourGuide traveler February 16, 2022 – Verified booking
A great experience! From the first contact to the pick-up (personally by Angelo) to the very interesting, entertaining tour with our German-speaking tour guide Jose, everything was great. You can tell the Swiss management (Angelo is Swiss Dominican descent). Any time. Was fun!
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Reto D. March 11, 2019 – Verified booking
Punctual pick-up at Hotel Villa Colonial by the guide. You walk through the old town, first via the Conde - the pedestrian street - and then through the main streets to the Plaza Colon, which is lined with many restaurants. Entertaining anecdotes from the tour guide about the history and development of Santo Domingo.
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