Santo Domingo is probably the oldest city in the Dominican Republic and among the Caribbean’s first cities. Its heavily cobbled, walled historic center, the Zona Colonial, includes buildings that date from the fifteenth to the eighteenth century, including the cathedral. On the plaza that surrounds the cathedral is the majestic Alcazar de Colón Palace. It is now one of Santo Domingo’s most important museums, displaying prominent historic and artistic art. The museum also houses a fine Spanish library.

To get to the museum and to the palace, you must take a ferry from the Capital of the Dominican Republic airport. This is a short drive, but it gives you a great view of the Caribbean. A short ride will take you to the heart of Santo Domingo as well as to other interesting places in the Caribbean, such as the island of Barbados and its surrounding areas. On arriving at the plaza vuelos desde Nueva York a santo domingo, you will see the beautiful landmark of the Four poster crown, one of Barbados’ most important tourist attractions.

What are the best things to do in Santo Domingo?

Another of the main things to do in Santo Domingo that you must do is to visit the world heritage site of Tres National Park. There are several activities you can participate in while here, and you can spend a lot of time walking along the shores of Barbados’ Blue Hole. You will also be able to tour the entire park, which is regarded as one of the largest in the Caribbean. You will see some of Barbados’ native animals, and the park staff is always ready to answer any questions you may have about the park.

Another of the primary things to do in the Capital of the Dominican Republic that you cannot afford not to do is to visit the oldest part of town. This is Santa Maria La Menor or Saint Martin’s Church. Built around 1791, this church is the oldest in all of Santo Domingo. This historic spot is also home to many other interesting activities, including a theatre that has continually been used to stage productions for hundreds of years. This is also where you can watch the annual celebration of Santa Maria Natchios, which features an enormous fireworks display.

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If you are looking for something more personal in terms of things to do in Santo Domingo, you might want to check out the National Palace, which sits on the Santo Domingo waterfront. Built around a beautiful mansion known as the Museo Nacional, this is where you will find the remains of several American Presidents. Additionally, there are two museums inside the area as well, one focusing on the history of Santo Domingo itself, and another which showcases the lives and work of former President Joseph E. Washington. The National Palace is also where you can go to see the oldest part of the island, the Castle of San Juan de Las Aguilas.

In addition to the national palace and the museums, there are plenty of sights to see and activities to participate in while you are in Santo Domingo. For travelers interested in culture, there is no other place in the Caribbean where you can study the history of masters such as Arenalynaro Machado and Fray Juan de Las Aguilas. Other prominent figures from Spain

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The area is home to a variety of cultural activities and sights for travelers to enjoy. During your visit, be sure to check out the oldest building in town, the Cathedral of and Vuelos de Nueva York a Santiago, as well as the Santo Domingo Museum and its adjacent theater. 

Finally, there are many activities to partake in during your trip there. One of which is the so-called “Colonial Zone.” This is a ten-minute walk from the main plaza, where visitors can engage in activities such as banana rides, colonial shows, dancing, and street performers. Other activities include wine tasting, coffee shops, and a petting zoo.