Ciudad Colonial
Santo Domingo
Visit Ciudad Colonial
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Columbus Park
Columbus Park is just one of the places to see in Santo Domingo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Alcazar de Colon
Walk the same halls that were once paced by the son of Christopher Columbus in this stunning preservation of Spanish colonial architecture.
Ozama Fortress
The oldest military structure in the New World, this imposing fort is the site from where the Spanish launched several key colonial conquests in the Americas.
Plaza de España
Learn about the local history of Santo Domingo when you take a trip to Plaza de España. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach
Punta Cana: Saona Island Full-Day All-Inclusive Boat Tour
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
Top hotels in Ciudad Colonial
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Very nice hotel and clean. Breakfast was amazing.
Reviewed on 28 Jan, 2026
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
The room and the facility were very clean. Housekeeping came everyday to clean the room Staff were very friendly and helpful. The food in the restaurant was excellent.
Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
Hodelpa Caribe Colonial
Great location. Staff very friendly. Very close to all major attractions and restaurants.
Reviewed on 20 Jan, 2026
Kimpton Las Mercedes by IHG
We really enjoyed the rooftop pool with cocktail service. Restaurants & staff were great. It was clean with modern decor aesthetic. Happy with our choice to stay here and would recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Jan, 2026
Luca Hotel by Heritage Residences Signature Collection
Room was clean/comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. Easy and safe walk from Hotel to restaurants/sites. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Hotel Discovery
Clean room, good value for the money, centrally located, good breakfast and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 21 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Colonial
Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Ruinas del Hospital San Nicolás de Barí.
Ciudad Nueva
When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
Las Américas
While there might not be top attractions in Las Américas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Colon Lighthouse and Museum and Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico.
Ciudad Universitaria
Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.
Alma Rosa
While Alma Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Megacentro Mall and Colon Lighthouse and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
