From Bavaro: Santo Domingo Colonial City Tour
ID: GYG179288-273110
Category:
Country: Dominican Republic
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover the first city of America, founded in 1496, during this historically-rich tour. This colonial city is the capital of the Dominican Republic and the place of the first European settlements in America.
Take a trip back in time, where you will enjoy an interesting historical recount. Visit the most emblematic museums of the Dominican capital, with architectural designs dating from the time of the discovery of America.
Comfortable air-conditioned buses will take you around during this full-day activity. A professional guide will share their knowledge about the history of European colonization in America. After hotel pick-up, head to 3 Eyes National Park, a complex of underground caves and lagoons initially inhabited by the Taino Indians.
Next, set out to visit the Colonial Zone, the first permanent European settlement in America. Founded in 1502 by the Spanish colonizers, it has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Visit the first Cathedral of America, the Alcázar de Colón or the Palacio Virreinal de Don Diego. Get to know La Calle Las Damas, the first street on the island. Enjoy panoramic visits to the National Palace and the Columbus Lighthouse, a monument built in memory of Christopher Columbus and where his remains rest.
Highlights
- See the first headquarters of the Spanish colonial government in America, the first hospital and the first cathedral
- Observe the Columbus Lighthouse where Christopher Columbus’ remains rest
- Discover outstanding medieval and renaissance art from the 16th century and beyond at various city musuems
- Visit the Colonial Zone, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO
- Experience the underground caves and lagoons at 3 Eyes National Park
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please bring comfortable clothes and walking shoes
• There will be a moderate walk
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
At your hotel lobby in Bavaro.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
