Punta Cana: Tour to Santo Domingo with lunch

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Are you ready for a day filled with adventures? Get ready! We’ll meet at Los Tres Ojos National Park, Marginal Las Americas Este Street, Santo Domingo Este, Dominican Republic.

We’ll embark on a fascinating tour of Santo Domingo, a city rich in history and culture. We’ll explore centuries of legacy and discoveries as we walk through its cobblestone streets and iconic monuments.

Our first stop will be the Colonial City, the historic heart of Santo Domingo and the place where the history of the New World began.

Founded in 1498 by Bartolomé Colón, brother of Christopher Columbus, this area boasts architectural wealth that transports us to the Spanish colonial past.

We’ll stroll through its narrow cobblestone streets, admiring the ancient colonial houses and the vibrant colors that adorn their facades.

Next, we’ll visit the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor, a masterpiece of 16th-century religious architecture. Built between 1514 and 1540, this cathedral is the oldest in the Americas and a symbol of the faith and devotion of the early colonizers.

We’ll admire its incredible Renaissance facade and impressive works of art and historical relics inside. Let yourself be captivated by the stories that the guide will unveil to us.

We can’t miss the Alcázar de Colón, an architectural gem that was once the residence of Christopher Columbus’s family during their stay on Hispaniola.

This fortified palace, built between 1510 and 1512, offers us a fascinating glimpse into life during colonial times, with its elegant halls, lush courtyards, and antique furniture that evoke the splendor of the Renaissance.

We’ll learn about the history of conquest and the new customs that the Spaniards brought with them.

Let’s not forget to recharge with a delicious lunch in the best Dominican style.