La Romana

GUIDED TOUR OF SANTO DOMINGO

🏷️$72.50/$79.50

plus $10 Port Fee

$7 extra to include all entrance fees

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Important Information

The specific museums, monuments, and attractions visited are subject to opening hours, availability, and operating conditions on the day of the excursion. If a scheduled attraction is closed or unavailable, a comparable historical site may be substituted to ensure a complete and enriching experience.

Santo Domingo: Where Island Flair Meets Historic Charm

Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic and one of the oldest European-established cities in the Americas. Explore the city's fascinating Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided walking tour featuring beautifully preserved architecture, historic landmarks, and centuries of Caribbean heritage.

Choose between a sightseeing experience with or without entrance fees to selected historical attractions, depending on the excursion option booked.

About Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo is renowned for its walled historic centre, known as the Zona Colonial, where cobblestone streets lead visitors through more than 500 years of history. Highlights include the Catedral Primada de América, the first cathedral built in the New World, and the impressive Alcázar de Colón, once the residence of Christopher Columbus's family and now a museum showcasing significant medieval and Renaissance artefacts.

The city's charming plazas, historic monuments, and vibrant atmosphere create an unforgettable blend of culture, history, and Caribbean spirit.

Included

  • Round-trip transportation from La Romana Cruise Terminal

  • Professional English-speaking tour guide

  • Guided walking tour of Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone

  • Entrance fees to historical attractions included in the itinerary (with the US$79.50 option)

  • Transportation and applicable local taxes

  • Return transfer to the cruise terminal

Historical Highlights May Include

  • Parque Colón

  • Catedral Primada de América

  • Calle Las Damas

  • Fortaleza Ozama

  • Plaza de España

  • Alcázar de Colón (subject to opening hours)

  • Museo de las Casas Reales (subject to opening hours)

  • Additional historical landmarks within the Colonial Zone

Why You'll Love This Tour

Discover the birthplace of European history in the Americas as you stroll through centuries-old streets, admire stunning colonial architecture, and immerse yourself in the unique blend of Spanish heritage and Caribbean culture that makes Santo Domingo one of the region's most captivating destinations.