Punta Cana: Santo Domingo dagsutflykt med lunchbuffé

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Punta Cana: Santo Domingo dagsutflykt med lunchbuffé

After Christopher Columbus’s arrival on the island in 1492, Santo Domingo became the site of the first cathedral, hospital, customs house, and university in the Americas. This colonial town, founded in 1498, was laid out on a grid pattern that became the model for almost all town planners in the New World.

Discover the rich history and culture of the Dominican Republic’s capital, Santo Domingo. Explore historic sites like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Zona Colonial and immerse yourself in the vibrant city life.

Depart from Punta Cana and travel to Santo Domingo. Enjoy a typical Dominican buffet lunch before visiting the city’s historical monuments and the Three Eyes.

The first permanent establishment of the « New World » and capital of the West Indies, the Colonial City of Santo Domingo – the only one of the 15th century in the Americas – was the place of departure for the spread of European culture and the conquest of the continent. From its port conquerors such as Ponce de Leon, Juan de Esquivel, Herman Cortes, Vasco Núñez de Balboa, Alonso de Ojeda, and many others departed in search of new lands.