Private Colonial Zone Heritage Walk Guided by a Local Artist
ID: GYG1095929-1682969
Category:
Country: Colombia
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone on a guided walking tour. Discover the city’s rich history, see landmarks like the National Pantheon, and enjoy a snack and souvenir.
Walk through the winding streets of Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone, embarking on a journey blending art, culture, and history. Begin at the ruins of San Francisco, and explore the rich architectural and historical tapestry of the first European settlement in the Americas.
Learn about the city’s founding, colonial invasions, destructive events, independence, socio-political evolution, and cultural growth. Along the way, see landmarks such as the National Pantheon and end the walk at Puerta del Conde, close to the statue of Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deñó, tying in the April Revolution of 1965.
Your tour lead is Gaudy Mercy, a local artist and educator with over 15 years of historical interest, who brings her perspective from the arts (including her hip-hop roots) into the stories. Throughout, enjoy a small group setting (max 6 people) for a more personal experience, with a snack and small souvenir included to wrap up the walk.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history of Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone
- Explore the first European settlement in the Americas with a local guide
- See landmarks like the National Pantheon and Puerta del Conde
- Enjoy a small group setting for a more personal and intimate experience
- Learn about the city’s history from a local artist and educator
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is accessible for wheelchairs
Narration is available in both Spanish and English
Maximum group size is 6 people
INCLUDED
- Guided walking tour
- Snack
- Small souvenir
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
