Santo Domingo Day Trip from La Romana
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Experience Highlights
Explore the vibrant city of Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, on a full-day excursion from La Romana. Learn about the history and fascinating culture of this colonial city as you tour its most emblematic sites, such as the National Palace, the imposing Columbus Lighthouse and the Colonial Zone, all accompanied by an expert local guide.
In addition, indulge your palate with a delicious lunch and enjoy comfortable transfers to and from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle for an even more comfortable experience.
- Explore the historic city of Santo Domingo with an expert local guide.
- Visit places of cultural and architectural interest such as the Ozama Fortress and the National Pantheon.
- Enjoy a traditional lunch and the convenience of round-trip transportation from La Romana.
What’s included
- Excursion to Santo Domingo from La Romana
- Expert guide
- Lunch
- Transfer to and from the door of your hotel
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Step by Step
Join a full-day excursion from La Romana to the captivating city of Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic.
With a rich colonial history and bustling culture, Santo Domingo is a must-see destination, especially if you're a history and architecture enthusiast. Your tour begins with pick-up from your hotel in La Romana, followed by a pleasant ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to the city.
Upon arrival, you will be met by an expert guide who will take you around the highlights of the city. You'll explore the impressive Royal Houses Museum, which houses a vast collection of historical artefacts and showcases colonial life on the island. You'll visit the iconic National Pantheon, where the remains of illustrious figures in Dominican history lie, and tour the imposing Fortaleza Ozama, one of the oldest in the Americas and witness to numerous historical events.
You will also admire the majestic National Palace, the seat of the Dominican government and an example of neoclassical architecture. And finally, you will explore the monumental Columbus Lighthouse, built in honour of the discoverer Christopher Columbus.
During the tour of the Colonial Zone, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will marvel at the Spanish colonial architecture and discover the stories behind every building and cobblestone street.
You will also have the opportunity to delight your palate with a traditional lunch, enjoying the authentic local gastronomy. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to the starting point.
