Half Day Santo Domingo Tour: Three Eyes Park to Colon Lighthouse
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About This Tour in Santo Domingo
Why Visit Santo Domingo?
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Santo Domingo provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Santo Domingo
You can reach Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Certified In-person Guide: English/ Spanish/ French/ German/ Italian
- Dominican Style lunch Included. Indulge yourself with a variety of tasty dishes
- Audio Guide Available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian
- Round Trip Transportation from your Resort included in the Tour Price
What's Not Included
- Photos
- Souveniers
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Total Duration is 6 hours including the travel time
- Can't Cater Dietary Restriction
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 45 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Our first stop will be Los Tres Ojos... 45 minutes
Our first stop will be Los Tres Ojos (Three Eyes) - a natural park with three water caves and beautiful rocks. In one of those caves, Jurassic park episodes were shot. The site is currently one of the most visited tourist attractions in the country. You will enjoy exploring the caves and, before continuing our trip, you can use bathroom facilities and a cafeteria to buy a drink.
This multi-million-dollar lighthouse was built in 1992 to...
This multi-million-dollar lighthouse was built in 1992 to celebrate the 400 year anniversary of Columbus's landing in the Americas and is the site of the explorer's bones.
The lavish building that has been the home...
The lavish building that has been the home and offices of the Dominican president since 1947.
This popular thoroughfare is home to luxury hotels... 15 minutes
This popular thoroughfare is home to luxury hotels and casinos as well as historic monuments and statues.
Walk and take pictures in the Colonial Zone, starting at the Columbus Palace 2 hours
Walk and take pictures in the Colonial Zone, starting at the Columbus Palace. Completed in 1514, this was the home of Christopher Columbus's son, Don Diego. From the Palace, the tour will go through the historic Plaza de Espana and on to Calle Las Damas (the first paved street in the New World). Santo Domingo, the first city of the Americas. Stroll through yesterday's narrow walkways and set out to unveil the humble beginnings of the New World. Tour the oldest colonial city, erected in the 15th century.
At the eastern end of Calle El Conde,... 15 minutes
At the eastern end of Calle El Conde, you’ll stumble on the first paved street in the Americas: Calle Las Damas or the “street of the ladies.” Sixteenth century architecture, former colonial buildings now turned into museums, embassies, and upscale hotels flank this picturesque, narrow road. Connecting directly to the Alcazar de Colón Palace, María de Toledo and her ladies would step out of the palace and stroll up and down Calle Las Damas in the evenings. Key sites located along this historic street include Fortaleza Ozama, the first fortress in the Americas, and the National Pantheon, resting place of the Dominican Republic’s national heroes
One of the liveliest parks in the DR... 10 minutes
One of the liveliest parks in the DR faces the oldest cathedral in the Americas, in a verdant, shaded square surrounded with colonial, republican, and modern architecture. A magnet for Dominicans and tourists alike, at its center is a towering statue of Christopher Columbus pointing to the island when he discovered it, and Taino Indian heroine Anacaona at his feet, looking up at the explorer. Pigeons fly around this magical square, punctuated with benches, and bustling with merengue music players, sidewalk cafés, and plenty of people watching.
One of the most popular museums in the... 15 minutes
One of the most popular museums in the Colonial City is also its most impressive in architecture. Completed around 1512, this Gothic and Renaissance style palace was once the home of Diego Columbus, son of Christopher Columbus, and his wife María de Toledo, niece of King Ferdinand of Spain. With views overlooking Plaza de España on one side, and the Ozama River on the other, it is the oldest vice regal residence in the Americas, and the first fortified palace, turned into a museum showcasing 16th century furniture, art, musical instruments, and weapons. Winding staircases lead towards the couple’s well-preserved bedrooms, and to the lavish crystal chandelier-lit reception hall where events were hosted for the Spanish aristocracy.
This 18th-century Jesuit church is the resting place... 10 minutes
This 18th-century Jesuit church is the resting place for many of the greatest Dominican heroes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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