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Small Group: The Colonial City of Santo Domingo Walking Tour

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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Small Group: The Colonial City of Santo Domingo Walking Tour

Overview

Duration

1h 45min

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

Santo Domingo, the heart of the Dominican Republic, is a city of remarkable historical significance. As the first city to be established by Europeans in the Americas, it has played a pivotal role in shaping the region. The city boasts many pioneering institutions like the Saint Mary of the Incarnation Cathedral, Saint Francois Monastery, Saint Thomas Aquinas University, Nicholas de Bari Hospital, and the Casa de Contratación. It was also the first fortified city, with the fortress of Santo Domingo and its Torre del Homenaje, and served as the first headquarters of Spanish power in the New World. Today, Santo Domingo's Colonial City continues to impress and inspire visitors from around the world, earning it the prestigious designation of a world heritage site by UNESCO.

What to remember

Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Stroller accessible. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. Most travelers can participate. This is a bilingual tour, please be mindful that we'll share information in English and Spanish. Visitors to the cathedral must wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.. The Alcazar Colon and the Pantheon are currently closed for renovations, you will see them from the outside. Visitors to the cathedral can take pictures (no flash) and video is not allowed. The Royal Houses museum is under maintenance please know you may see work being done. You will get a chance to try local beverages like mama juana and purchase souvenirs.. The guide may rearrange the itinerary sequence for a better experience. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking