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Ranked #1 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”A must.“ 06/05/2013
- ”Alfa superstars 2012“ 28/04/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #2 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”A Unique Children's museum“ 30/03/2013
- ”fun place for kids“ 22/02/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #3 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”In the middle of everything“ 13/05/2013
- ”Historical“ 08/04/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
One of Santo Domingo's main gathering places, this plaza has a bronze statue of Columbus at its center.
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Ranked #4 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Extremely Historical“ 06/05/2013
- ”worth a trip from punta cana“ 11/04/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Castles
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Built by Christopher Columbus's son between 1510 and 1514, this restored building was one of the first structures built in...
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Built by Christopher Columbus's son between 1510 and 1514, this restored building was one of the first structures built in the oldest remaining European city in the Americas.
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Ranked #5 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”A must see“ 17/05/2013
- ”Incredible for it's Age“ 13/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites
This impressive cathedral, one of the earliest built in the Americas, is known for its dramatic architecture.
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Ranked #6 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”cute street :)“ 14/05/2013
- ”Everything is right there!“ 08/04/2013
Category: Historic Walking Areas
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This cobblestone street, the first ever built in the New World, is known for its numerous beautiful structures from centuries...
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This cobblestone street, the first ever built in the New World, is known for its numerous beautiful structures from centuries past.
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Ranked #7 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Amazing place“ 13/05/2013
- ”nice place to start a day tour“ 08/05/2013
Category: Geologic Formations
A group of interconnected caves near Santo Domingo.
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Ranked #8 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Beautiful!“ 06/05/2013
- ”Still standing from the 1500s“ 23/03/2013
Category: Religious Sites
The first cathedral built in the Americas was the site of Christopher Columbus's bones until they were discovered in 1877.
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Ranked #9 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”the gardens“ 10/05/2013
- ”Beautiful surroundings“ 10/03/2013
Category: Gardens
Full of flowers and plants native to the island, the gardens offer tram tours of the facilities.
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Ranked #10 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Short visit?“ 06/05/2013
- ”Interesting“ 23/03/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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In this Museum you will find the historical and scientific data on the time of the creation of amber, the animals and...
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In this Museum you will find the historical and scientific data on the time of the creation of amber, the animals and vegetation of that era that were fossilized in the amber, and everything concerning the formation and the characteristics of this gem.All the pieces on display in the cabinets, on the panels, in the large wide-field microscopes, dioramas, audio-visual and interactive technology have the purpose to transport you back to the origin of amber.You can also find fine pieces of jewellry to take back home in the jewelry shop we have mounted as a request of many visitors.
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Ranked #11 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”An amazing picnic“ 25/02/2013
- ”Why you should not waste your time....“ 08/01/2013
Category: National Parks
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Ranked #12 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”a fun place to make believe, but hot“ 11/04/2013
- ”Great history“ 06/04/2013
Category: Historic Sites
The construction of one of the oldest forts in the Americas was completed in 1507.
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Ranked #13 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”A nice place to walk“ 05/04/2013
- ”Very cool!“ 24/03/2013
Category: Monuments/ Statues
Monumento al Pago de la Deuda Externa (External Loan Payment Monument) This is NOT called La Obelisca, this is actually the monument that reminds Dominicans that for the first... more »
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Ranked #14 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”colonial santo domingo“ 28/04/2013
- ”A Good Overview of the Colonial Zone“ 30/03/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
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Chu Chu Colonial is a historical touristic train tour, you will discover in 45 minutes 500 years of History, monuments,...
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Chu Chu Colonial is a historical touristic train tour, you will discover in 45 minutes 500 years of History, monuments, churches, parks and colonial houses. Our schedule is from 09:00AM to 05:00PM every day.
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Ranked #15 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Eternal Flame and Amazing ceiling pain...“ 06/05/2013
- ”perhaps of most interest to dominican...“ 11/04/2013
Category: Government Buildings; Cemeteries; Religious Sites; Historic Sites
This 18th-century Jesuit church is the resting place for many of the greatest Dominican heroes.
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Ranked #16 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Amazing experience“ 09/03/2013
- ”Quisqueya Bonita!“ 25/12/2012
Category: Sports Complexes
Many of Major League Baseball's biggest stars got their start in this stadium of the prestigious Dominican League.
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Ranked #17 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”I am dominican, I have visit since I w...“ 09/04/2013
- ”Only walked around the outside“ 24/03/2013
Category: Government Buildings
The current National Palace, house of the Dominican Goverment has an image that captivates over the profile given by the modern architecture that projects the historical city of... more »
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Ranked #18 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Historic place.“ 06/05/2013
- ”Beautiful“ 08/03/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
A stretch of the city known for its cultural influence and the museums and galleries that constitute it.
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Ranked #19 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Large theatre with good shows.“ 07/02/2013
- ”Catch a Show.“ 11/09/2012
Category: Theatres
Hosts frequent drama, dance and musical performances.
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Ranked #20 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”the smell is awful“ 24/04/2013
- ”good todo, taxis is better to take the...“ 12/04/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods
This popular thoroughfare is home to luxury hotels and casinos as well as historic monuments and statues.
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Ranked #21 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Worth of visit, great scenery“ 13/05/2013
- ”Impressive Grounds“ 04/04/2013
Category: Aquariums
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Ranked #22 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Okay to kill a few hours.“ 05/05/2013
- ”Fun times!“ 13/12/2012
Category: Water Parks
Have a fun time in the water park Agua Splash! From a big pool, giant colorful waterslides and the awesome food, you will have a day well spent! Everyone who visits Santo Domingo... more »
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Ranked #23 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Beautiful beach / crystal clear water“ 01/04/2013
- ”For sun worshippers only“ 20/03/2013
Category: Islands
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Ranked #24 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Decent zoo, a few gems“ 03/05/2013
- ”What a great zoo“ 12/01/2013
Category: Zoos
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Ranked #25 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Good inside activity to small children“ 01/04/2013
- ”Great place for the smaller kids“ 10/03/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Ranked #26 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”A nicer beach and not as crowded as Bo...“ 12/02/2013
- ”Much better than Boca Chica, Not as go...“ 06/01/2013
Category: Beaches
This beach area to the east of Santo Domingo is filled with fishing villages and less crowded beaches.
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Ranked #27 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Interesting“ 28/02/2013
- ”free“ 15/02/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #28 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Museo del tiempo de la colonia“ 01/05/2013
- ”Vale la pena tomarse el tiempo de visi...“ 29/04/2013
Category: History Museums; Museums
This museum contains artifacts and other historical exhibits on Santo Domingo from 1492 to 1821.
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Ranked #29 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”Worth of visit“ 13/05/2013
- ”A Must See!!!“ 08/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #30 of 64 attractions in Santo Domingo
- ”es que no puedo criticar este palacio...“ 02/02/2013
- ”Muy buena muestra“ 17/01/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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The former house of Francisco de Tostado, the first native professor at the local university, has been transformed into the...
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The former house of Francisco de Tostado, the first native professor at the local university, has been transformed into the museum of the Dominican Family.
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