Dominican Republic Places of Interest
Alcázar de Colón
Serving as both the center of the Spanish court and the only known home of the Columbus family, the Alcázar, or fortress, underwent reconstruction in the 1950s. Read more
Casino Dominicus
Opened in 2007, Casino Dominicus is the newest entertainment hotspot on the island. The high ceilings, gold accents and regal carpeting create an elegant atmosphere to enjoy one of the casino's over 20 game tables.
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Jaragua National Park
The beautiful 1,374-square-meter Jaragua National Park in the extreme southwest of the Dominican Republic is the country's largest protected area. Read more
Larimar Museum
The Larimar Museum, housed in a remodeled 17th century house in historic Santo Domingo, pays tribute to the mineral jewel known as larimar.
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Museo de Las Casas Reales
The Museo de Las Casas Reales, or the Museum of the Royal Houses, is one of Santo Domingo's most popular historic sites. Guests can browse through thousands of artifacts, tapestries, maps, arms and armor, as well as re-creations of several royal halls. Read more
Ocean World Adventure Park
The Adventure Park, which opened in March 2004, features interactive animal exhibits and activities with resident dolphins, sea lions, sharks, stingrays, tigers and exotic tropical birds. Read more
Santo Domingo National Botanical Gardens
The lush, beautifully landscaped National Botanical Gardens span more than two million square meters in the northern region of Santo Domingo.
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Plaza de la Cultura
Located in the heart of Santo Domingo, the Plaza de la Cultura complex is home to several of the city's top attractions: the National Library (Biblioteca Nacional), Museum of the Dominican Man (Museo del Hombre Dominicano), Museum of History and Geography (Museo Nacional de Historia y Geografía), Museum of Modern Art (Museo de Arte Moderno), and National Theater (Teatro Nacional).
Museum of the Dominican Man
The mission of the Museum of the Dominican Man is to study, protect and promote Dominican culture. Read more
National Museum of History and Geography
In operation since 1982, the National Museum of History and Geography features three wings that examine Dominican life from 1822 through 1961. Read more
Museum of Modern Art
Founded in 1976, the Dominican Republic's Museum of Modern Art features an impressive collection of Dominican, Caribbean and Latin American art. Read more
National Theater
Right on the central highway of Santo Domingo, the stunning National Theater is the centerpiece of the Plaza de la Cultura. Built in 1973, the theater has four levels, one main hall, and two auxiliary halls. Read more
Dominican Republic Restaurants
El Conuco
Santo Domingo's cozy El Conuco restaurant is the place to go for authentic Dominican cuisine. Read more
El Mesón de la Cava
Santo Domingo's El Mesón de la Cava is housed in a natural limestone cave once inhabited by native Taino Indians and used by pirates and buccaneers. Read more
Pat'e Palo
Housed in a historic 1505 residence, Pat'e Palo is the first European brasserie in Santo Domingo. Read more
Other Dominican Republic Attractions and Activities
Cigar Factory Tours
Known as "Cigar Country," the Dominican Republic is the largest producer of cigars in the world. Read more
Cuevas de las Maravillas
Cuevas de las Maravillas, or Caves of Wonders, is the massive 800-meter-long cave system in the hill of Aracena. Aside from the majestic rock formations, the caves also feature about 500 wall paintings created by the ancient Taino civilization. Read more
Dominican Republic Beaches
Heralded as home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches, the Dominican Republic features more than 1,500 kilometers of sandy beaches. Read more
Dominican Republic Golf
The Dominican Republic is a golfer's haven, featuring 22 professional golf courses designed by such greats as Pete Dye, Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus. Golf is one of the island's main tourist drives, as thousands of players each year take advantage of Dominican Republic's varied terrain and moderate climate, which is ideal for year-round play.
Cap Cana
Set at gorgeous Cap Cana on the southeast tip of the Dominican Republic, the Jack Nicklaus-designed Punta Espada is the first championship-sized signature course in the Caribbean. Read more
Casa de Campo
The Teeth of the Dog course, located at the Casa de Campo resort along the southern coast of the island, is a wildly popular, award-winning course designed by Pete Dye nearly 30 years ago. Read more
Guavaberry Golf & Country Club
Also immensely popular, the Guavaberry course in Juan Dolio is a par-72 course designed by Gary Player.
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Estadio Quisqueya
Baseball is by far the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic. An outdoor stadium with some covering, the 14,000-seat Quisqueya was built in 1955 and underwent a major aesthetic renovation in 2007. Read more
Fun-Fun Cave
The popular Fun-Fun Cave excursion at Rancho Capote is an intense day-long journey through Los Haitises National Park. Read more
Iguana Mama Whale Watching
Iguana Mama offers a three-hour whale watching excursion aboard the Victoria II vessel, guided by internationally-renowned biologist Kim Beddall.
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Parque Zoológico Nacional
Santo Domingo's Parque Zoológico Nacional is one of the largest and best-tended zoos in Latin America. Read more
Dominican Republic Restaurants
- Pat'e Palo
Dominican Republic Unique Venues
- Museum of the Dominican Man
- Museum of Modern Art
- National Theater
- Santo Domingo National Botanical Gardens
Dominican Republic Attractions
- Alcázar de Colón
- Casino Dominicus
- Cuevas de las Maravillas
- Estadio Quisqueya
- Jaragua National Park
- Larimar Museum
- Museo de las Casas Reales
- Ocean World Adventure Park
- Plaza de la Cultura
