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Historical Tour in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo
(7) Reviews
Zona Colonial
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Enjoy this Unforgettable Adventure, immerse yourself in the deep cultural and historical wealth of Santo Domingo with this walk through the Colonial Zone. Join your guide as you discover the most iconic monuments of the Colonial City, a region that has been officially designated and preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During this tour, we will thoroughly explore each prominent site in the tourist area of the Colonial Zone. We will provide detailed information and take the time necessary to do so. We will be dedicated to every small detail, providing guidance with the highest standards of professionalism and human quality that characterize us.
We seek to share our history and princip...
Highlights
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide Service
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza de la Hispanidad or Spain
We will wait for you in front of the statue of Nicolas de Ovando
Return
Historical Tour in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo
(7) Reviews
Zona Colonial
About
Enjoy this Unforgettable Adventure, immerse yourself in the deep cultural and historical wealth of Santo Domingo with this walk through the Colonial Zone. Join your guide as you discover the most iconic monuments of the Colonial City, a region that has been officially designated and preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During this tour, we will thoroughly explore each prominent site in the tourist area of the Colonial Zone. We will provide detailed information and take the time necessary to do so. We will be dedicated to every small detail, providing guidance with the highest standards of professionalism and human quality that characterize us.
We seek to share our history and princip...
Highlights
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour Guide Service
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza de la Hispanidad or Spain
We will wait for you in front of the statue of Nicolas de Ovando
Return
Itinerary
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Parque Colon
We will begin our journey in Parque Colón, which is the epicenter of the Colonial City and serves as a central recreation space. Here, you will find a rich concentration of notable monuments, such as the Catedral Primada de América, the first City Hall of Santo Domingo, the picturesque Calle El Conde, famous restaurants, shops, and many other attractions. In the heart of this park stands a statue of Christopher Columbus, erected in 1887 by the talented French sculptor Ernesto Gilbert.
15 minutes
2
Catedral Primada de América de Santo Domingo
This cathedral and minor basilica, located in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, is consecrated to Saint Mary of the Incarnation, also known as the Annunciation. Officially, it is named after Holy Metropolitan Basilica Cathedral Church of Our Lady Saint Mary of the Incarnation or Annunciation. It is located at the intersection of Arzobispo Meriño and Isabela La Católica streets, near Parque Colón, with its main entrance facing west, facing Arzobispo Meriño street, near the corner with Arzobispo Nouel.
20 minutes
3
Panteon Nacional
The National Pantheon is a place dedicated to being a mausoleum where the mortal remains of prominent figures in the history of the Dominican Republic are preserved. This enclosure has around 36 empty spaces intended to house the remains of future national heroes. In addition, it includes a space without a specific plaque in honor of the unknown soldier.
15 minutes
4
Museo De Las Casas Reales
The Museum of the Royal Houses, previously known as the Royal Palaces at the time of the Captaincy General and the province, is based in two palaces dating from the 16th century. It was built by order of the Crown of Castile, under the reign of Ferdinand II of Aragon.
15 minutes
5
Alcazar de Colon
The Alcázar of Columbus was erected between 1511 and 1514, taking as inspiration the design of a previously existing castle in Mancera de Abajo, Salamanca (Spain), of which there are still vestiges in ruins.