Los Ríos
Santo Domingo
Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Santo Domingo Historical Day Trip from Punta Cana with Lunch
The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience
Full Day Santo Domingo City Tour: History of the Caribbean From Punta Cana
Santo Domingo City Tour with Three Eyes Cenote and Lunch from Punta Cana
Top hotels in Los Ríos
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Staff were nice, the location is good and the rooms was clean.
Reviewed on 8 Jan, 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
All the services in general were excellent, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were super comfortable, this was my third time and I will choose it again
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
W&P Santo Domingo
Room spotless, bery good experience
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Best hotel in Santo Domingo
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Nice hotel. Very clean. Good service
Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Great staff. Smooth check-in. Clean, elegant and quiet room.
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Los Ríos
Viejo Arroyo Hondo
If you're spending some time in Viejo Arroyo Hondo, National Botanical Garden and Agora Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Piantini
Unique features of Piantini include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Blue Mall or Acropolis Center while you're exploring the area.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.
Lope De Vega
When in Lope De Vega, you can plan a visit to Blue Mall and Acropolis Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Evaristo Morales
While there might not be top attractions in Evaristo Morales, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Blue Mall.
Downtown Santo Domingo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.
