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Santo Domingo Small Group Walking Tour, Specialty Coffee and Beer

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Santo Domingo

Explore Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone, savor specialty coffee, and enjoy local beer on a small group or private walking tour.

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Zona Colonial - Explore Santo Domingo’s charming historic neighborhood, full of cultural attractions, restaurants, and parks. Stroll along Calle El Conde, a pedestrian street lined with shops, art, and cafes. Discover the oldest sites in the Americas, including the first cathedral, paved street, monastery, hospital, university, and military fortress.
Parque Colon - Columbus Park is the central square of Santo Domingo’s historic district. Here, you can find the statue of Christopher Columbus, in whose honor the square was renamed in 1887.
Catedral Primada de América de Santo Domingo - This cathedral, dedicated to St. Mary of the Incarnation, is the first and oldest in the Americas. Construction began in 1504 and took 46 years.
Calle Las Damas - This is the “street of the ladies,” the first paved road in the Americas. The architecture dates back to the 16th century and the narrow road contains colonial buildings now serving as museums, embassies, and upscale hotels.
Fortaleza Ozama - The Ozama Fortress, built by the Spanish in the early 16th century, is the first permanent military structure in the Americas, marking the beginning of Spanish colonization. The fortress resembles a medieval castle and features a 69-feet tall central tower.
Pantheon of the Fatherland - Guarded by a presidential honor guard, this 18th-century Jesuit church is the national mausoleum of the Dominican Republic, housing the remains of heroes such as Gregorio Luperon, Salome Urena, Jose Nunez de Caceres, and others since 1956.
Reloj de Sol - This stone clock, standing 12 feet tall, has been located in front of the Royal Houses Museum since 1753 in the colonial city. It was used by government officials to keep track of time.
Museo De Las Casas Reales - The Museum of Royal Houses was the Spanish Governor’s Royal Court in the 16th century. It offers an overview of the Dominican Republic’s history from colonialism to independence from Spain in 1821.
Plaza de la Hispanidad or Spain - Located at the end of Calle Las Damas, the Plaza de España is a charming and romantic esplanade in the heart of the Colonial City. On one side of the plaza stands the impressive Alcazar de Colon palace, while on the other side, a series of outdoor bistro terraces offer diners a stunning view of the ancient city. It’s definitely one of the most beautiful spots in the area.
Ruinas de San Francisco - The San Francisco Monastery is a set of rustic walled ruins in the Colonial City. It was the first-ever Franciscan monastery in the New World and has a tumultuous history. They were damaged by a fire caused by Sir Francis Drake and a couple of earthquakes. It was later used as a mental asylum until the middle of the 20th century.
Hospital Saint Nicholas of Bari - San Nicolas de Bari Hospital, built between 1503 and 1508 under Governor Nicolas de Ovando, is the oldest hospital in the Americas and served as a model for others. Today, it lies in ruins on the north side of Hostos street, popular for its photogenic scenery and home to pigeons.
Alcazar de Colon - This is the first European palace fortified in the Americas. It was constructed between 1510 and 1514, predominantly in a Gothic and Renaissance style. It is recognized as the only known residence of a member of Christopher Columbus’ family in the New World; specifically, his first-born son Diego Columbus.

What's Included

Certified Bilingual Local Guide
Mama Juana Tasting (Dominican Spiced Rum)
Local Beer Tasting
Specialty Coffee Selection (Dominican Coffee, Latte or Capuccino)
Bottled Water

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Admission to museums
Transportation

Additional Information

Experience the wonders of Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone on our small group tour with a maximum of 10 participants or upgrade to a private tour for just your group. Discover the heart of the Dominican Republic as you savor locally-grown specialty coffee and refreshing local beer. The Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo is a charming city with many firsts, including the first street, military fortress, cathedral of the Spanish-settled New World, and more. Get ready to be inspired!

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

Location

Casa Barista & Co.

Calle Arzobispo Meriño

For guests in the Santo Domingo area, we will meet you outside Casa Barista, our tour guide will be waiting for you there.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Apr 21, 2024

DAY IN SANTO DOMINGO - A very beautiful day to see the life of the Dominicans. A very attentive and knowledgeable guide. He answers all your questions while giving the tour.