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Discover the Wonders of Santo Domingo: A 5-Day Itinerary

Jennifer Rodriguez

Jennifer Rodriguez

29 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic with this 5-day itinerary. Explore historic landmarks, vibrant parks, and cultural attractions that will leave you in awe.

Trip to Santo Domingo

Day 1
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$40

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$ 3

The Three Eyes
Dramatic limestone cave featuring 3 blue-hued lakes, filled with turtles & illuminated at night.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
10 - 12 min

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Plaza de la Hispanidad or Spain
Cafes with patios look out on this historic plaza that hosts art shows, concerts & other events.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Museum of Rum
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Casa de Teatro
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$35

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$ 3

The 3 Eyes National Park
Tranquil public park, home to a series of caverns with scenic underground lagoons.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
14 - 17 min

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Pantheon of the Fatherland
Former 18th-century Jesuit church, now a stately neoclassical mausoleum for honored citizens.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
3 - 4 min

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Columbus Park
City square with Christopher Columbus statue bordered by the oldest cathedral in the Americas.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Mercado Modelo
Longstanding market hall for produce & local handicrafts, from amber jewelry to wood carvings.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$75

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$ 3

Duarte Park
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Catedral Primada de América en Santo Domingo
Landmark Catholic church dating to the mid-1500s, noted for its limestone facade & vaulted interior.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Estátua de Cristóbal Colón
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Dominican Republic National Aquarium
National aquarium devoted to marine life conservation, with educational exhibits & guided tours.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$75
Day 4
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$0

Santo Domingo Obelisk
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Plaza Juan Barón
Seafront park with fairground rides, a Ferris wheel, street food stalls & an open-air karaoke area.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Olimpyc Park
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Independence Park
Small plaza & cultural space with memorial statues of national heroes & other monuments.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Puerta de la Misericordia
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Monument to Friar Antonio of Montesino
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 6

Mirador del Oeste Park
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Mirador Del Sur Joaquín Balaguer Park
Tree-lined strip along a limestone ridge, with walking & cycling paths, caves & a boating pond.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Santo Domingo Malecon
Waterfront boulevard dotted with restaurants & parks, popular for walking, biking & rollerblading.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $163 In total

Activities & Food:$150
Transport:$13