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Welcome from the Dominican RepublicMinister of Tourism

Bienvenidos a la República Dominicana!

On behalf of the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism, it is a pleasure to welcome you to Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic’s capital city and the first city in the Americas. Santo Domingo is lovingly called the Cradle of the Americas because exploration of the New World originated from our Colonial City, located inside the modern and sophisticated Santo Domingo we know today.

Santo Domingo de Guzman was founded by Governor Bartholomew Columbus in August 1496. With over 500 years of spirited Dominican culture, Santo Domingo’s assets are especially unique and offer the world a living testament to the past that formed us as a nation.

The oldest part of the city is known as the Colonial City, where visitors can explore the Alcázar de Colón, Columbus’ home, as well as visit the first cathedral, university and hospital of the Americas. Here historic buildings rest along cobblestone streets once strolled by Spanish conquistadors. The legendary city has a wealth of museums, monuments and restaurants, set among the larger city’s modern amenities such as the new Metro transportation system, state-of-the-art cruise ship terminals, savory cuisine, unique shopping, architecture and more.

Resting on the Caribbean Sea, Santo Domingo is now a sophisticated center of commerce with 2.3 million residents, dozens of world-class museums, theater, arts and historic sites like the Columbus Lighthouse. With two major airports, highways and seaports, Santo Domingo serves as gateway to 1,000 miles of stunning DR coastline, dazzling mountains studded with waterfalls, exotic cuisine, and countless arts and entertainment options.

Dominican Republic has it all for visitors: unspoiled beaches, top-ranked championship golf, world-class sports, exciting nightlife and countless opportunities for eco-tourism and adventure. We invite you to discover the many diverse facets of Dominican Republic. Please enjoy your visit as much as we enjoy sharing our island nation with you.

Sincerely,

Francisco Javier GarcíaMinister of TourismDominican Republic

Check it out, there is always something happening in Santo Domingo. The most vibrant city in the Caribbean, Santo Domingo is the birthplace of the Americas. The leading university town and the city with most museums in Central America and the Caribbean, it features culture and entertainment for all ages.

Dominicans are some of the world’s most open and hospitable people. Socializing is a national pastime and this sets the tone in the capital city, marked by thousands of restaurants, bars and colmadones, the local pubs. Visitors are invited to join in.

At the close of 2010 Santo Domingo was named the most successful American Capital of Culture of all times. This is truly a city of events every day, every weekend, every month.

Use this guide as a checklist and introduction to exploring what the city has to offer. Our website, dr1.com keeps you posted on what is happening in Santo Domingo. See dr1.com/calendar

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Alcázar de ColónBuilt for Christopher Columbus’ son1510-1512 to lodge the King of Spain’sniece and impress on fellow Europeanshis status as royalty. The Monarchialpalace frames the Plaza de España andits collection of restaurants.

MalecónA 14-km maritime boulevard fringedby palm trees, with benches for sittingand admiring the Caribbean Sea.

Polígono CentralMejía Ricart, Pastoriza, Churchill &Lincoln are passwords for city avenuesin the center of the modern city’sbustling Polígono Central neighbor-hoods. “In” shops, restaurants,cafes and nightspots keep the vibegoing day and night.

Avenida VenezuelaLarge discos and regular performances of Dominican salsa, merengue and bachata bands is the trademark of this area that is popular with Dominicans yet hardly known by tourists. 20 min-utes from Sans Souci Port and the air-port, on the Boca Chica side of the city.

Casa de TeatroCenter of bohemian life in SantoDomingo, stage for up-and-comingartists and old-time great peformerswith a hip bar to boot.

Palacio de Bellas ArtesThe Palace of the Fine Arts is home tothe national schools of the visual arts,ballet, dance, folklore and drama. Av.Máximo Gómez & Independencia.

Jardín BotánicoBecause of its size, flora diversity andbeauty, it is popular with locals for earlymorning and afternoon walks.

Mercado ModeloFormer green market turned artsand crafts center. It’s a labyrinth of small shops for a leisurely stroll tofind a memorable souvenir.

Faro a ColónChristopher Columbus’ remains arelocated here, enshrined in a bronzeand marble monument and insightsinto the DR’s Hispanic heritage.

Catedral Primada de AméricaThe first cathedral in the Americas,consecrated in 1540, built primarily in theGothic style, hosts inspirational choralevenings for Easter Sunday and Christmas Day. The cathedral is thebackdrop to the picture-perfectParque Colón, one of the best-lovedurban spaces in Santo Domingo.

Ballet Clásico Nacional“Colores de la Danza”

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The Sights 09Historical sites and places to goColonial CityBeyond the ZoneBotanical GardensEl Malecón

Shopping 21What to buy and where to goMalls & Shops10 to Take

Dining 24Restaurants, cafes and eateriesWhat’s Cooking Santo DomingoChinatown, Bon Ice CreamList of Restaurants

Nights 31Bars, clubs and nightspotsTropical NightsNight Spots

The Basics 35Useful infoWeatherMoney MattersGovernment

Beaches & Golf 39Boca Chica, Guayacanes,Juan DolioFried FishTee Off

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The Sights

Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1991, the Colonial City of Santo Domingo is 16 square blocks laid out in a grid system be-tween forts. La Zona, as it is commonly called, has many claims to colonial era fame – Ameri-ca’s first cathedral, hospital, palace, paved street, university, monastery and more. Today it comes very much alive at night with a selection of pubs, restaurants and small theaters. Because it is very walkable, the Colonial City has a big fol-lowing. Numbered monuments are listed in the order of a walking tour (see Colonial City Map, pages 14-15).

1 Puerta del CondeThe Count’s Gate marks the spot where the founders of the Republic proclaimed indepen-dence from Haiti on 27 February 1844. The gate leads into Independence Park whose perimeter fence doubles as the city’s largest outdoor arts and photography gallery. Independencia & Palo Hincado.

2 El Conde Eight-block pedestrian bohemian-vibe street lined by Art Deco buildings loaded with small shops. Grab a Bon ice cream at the start or midway and stroll at leisure to appreciate the outstanding first half 20th century architecture (look up to the balconies).

3 Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de las MercedesCompleted in 1555 and dedicated to our Lady of Mercedes, named patron of the DR in 1617. Im-pressive bell tower, the biggest in the city. Mass Mon-Sat 5:30pm-6:15pm, Sun at 9:30, 11am and 7pm. Las Mercedes & Jose Reyes, 809 682-3744.

4 Iglesia Regina AngelorumImposing late Gothic structure with gargoyles and buttresses, the church houses the remains of Padre Billini, the philanthropist who discovered Columbus’ bones. Mass Sunday 6pm-6:30pm. Padre Billini & José Reyes, 809 682-2783.

5 Convento de los DominicosBuilt in 1510, this was the first site of the New World’s oldest university (1538), now the Uni-versidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD). From its pulpit, Fray Antón de Montesinos be-came the first to denounce colonial violations of human rights in the Americas, when he spoke out against the treatment of the Taino Indians. Padre Billini & Av. Duarte, 809 682-3780.

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6 Casa de TostadoBuilt around 1520 for Governor Nicolás de Ovando’s wealthy scribe Francisco Tostado. It is distinguished by the Gothic decoration of the twin window, unique in the Americas. Today a museum showcasing the way the wealthy lived in the 19th century. Mon-Sat 9am-4pm.Arzobispo Meriño & Padre Billini, 809 689-5000.

7 Catedral Primada de América

Oldest in the Americas, planned by Alonso Ro-dríguez, the architect who later designed the Mexico City cathedral. Begun in 1514 and com-pleted in 1540. Its modern stained glass win-dows, by Dominican artist Jose Rincón Mora, were donated by the Archbishop of Munich, Cardinal Friedrich Wetter. Mon-Sat 9am-4pm, Mass Mon-Sat 5pm, Sun 12pm & 5pm. No mass Tue. Arzobispo Meriño & Arzobispo Nouel,809 682-3848.

8 Parque ColónLocated beside the Cathedral, this square is surrounded by eclectic architecture (colonial, republican and modern) with plenty of shady trees, pigeons, sidewalk cafes and a great peo-ple-watching mix of tourists and locals, especial-ly on Sundays and late afternoons. The centered bronze monument with statues of Christopher Columbus and Taino Indian heroine Anacaona, by French sculptor Ernesto Guilbert, dates back to 1887, giving the space its name today.

Calle Las DamasThe oldest paved street in the New World. Built in 1502, it acquired its name with the arrival of Diego Columbus and his wife Maria de Toledo in 1509. With them came family members and court members who strolled up and down the street in their finery.

9 Fortaleza OzamaToday site of the Museo de Armas, a military mu-seum, some of its structures date as far back as 1503. At the center is the 5-floor high Torre del Homenaje with its 6ft thick walls and a lookout platform. Adjacent is a children’s museum, Tram-polín. 9am-6pm. Sat & Sun 10-7pm. Las Damas, 809 685-5551.

10 Panteón NacionalBuilt in 1714-1745 as a Jesuit convent, later warehouse and cultural center. In 1956, it was designated the National Pantheon for historical figures behind its stone walls. 8am-5:45pm.Las Damas, 809 689-6010.

11 Hostal Nicolás de OvandoOverlooking the Ozama River, this manor was once the home of Nicolás de Ovando, first gov-ernor of Santo Domingo. Today a luxury hotel. Las Damas. 809 685-9955

12 Museo de las Casas Reales Exhibits of Dominican history from 1492-1821. Originally administrative center of the West Indies, housing the Royal Court, Treasury, Governor’s Office and law courts in the 1500s. Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. Las Damas, 809 682-4202.

13 Casa del CordónCompleted in 1504, it is the oldest stone house in the Americas. Originally owned by Francisco de Garay who arrived with Columbus. There is an impressive stone carving of the character-istic cord of the Franciscan order on its portal. Banco Popular offices are located there. Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Isabel la Católica & Emiliano Tejera, 809 544-8915.

14 Plaza de EspañaWhat was once the center of colonial power and trade with a mix of merchants, sailors and Spanish high officials, is today a large romantic plaza replete with restaurants, bars and steps overlooking the Alcazar de Colón.

15 Alcázar de ColónThe Columbus Palace was built (1510-1512) by Christopher Columbus’ son Diego, appointed Viceroy of the Indies to house the stately court he held with his wife María de Toledo, niece of

the King of Spain. At the time, the Alcázar was the center of the Spanish court in the Americas, and the palace hosted the legendary Spanish explorers Hernán Cortés, Francisco Pizarro and Ponce de León. Today the Alcázar showcases authentic Medieval and Renaissance furniture and objects depicting domestic life of 16th century Spanish nobility in the Americas. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm. Sun 9am-4-pm. Closed Mondays. Plaza de España, 809 682-4750.

16 Puerta de San DiegoDown the steps from the Alcázar de Colón are the ruins of the San Diego Gate built in Renais-sance style in 1540. For a time, this was the main gate to the city.

17 Iglesia de Santa BárbaraBuilt during the late 16th century to honor the military’s patron saint. Open only for mass: Mon-Sat 6pm-6:45pm. Sun 8am-9am, 9am-10am.Isabel la Católica, 809 682-3307.

18 Museo Casa de DuarteOnce the house of Juan Pablo Duarte, the coun-try’s founding father. He led the movement that brought independence from Haiti in 1844. Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-4pm.Isabel la Católica, 809 687-1436.

Museo del Ron y la CañaRum producers have come together to tell the story of rum and sugar cane production in the

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DR. Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Closed Sunday. Isabel la Católica & Restauración, 809 685-5111.

Museo de LarimarA museum and store dedicated to Larimar, a rare pale-blue colored semi-precious stone found only in the DR. Mon-Sat 8:30am-6pm, Sun 9am-1pm. Isabel la Católica, 809 689-6605.

Centro Cultural de las TelecomunicacionesThe history of TV, radio and telecommunica-tions in the Dominican Republic. State-of-the-art museum just opened in July 2011. Open Tue to Thu 9am to 5pm, Fri & Sat, 9am to 9pm, Sun 10am to 6pm. Isabel la Católica & Emiliano Tejera, 809 732-5555.

19 Museo del AmbarVisitors can see a range of samples of amber, fossil resin, some with trapped insects, leaves and even lizards. Mon-Sat 8:30am-6pm, Sun 9am-1pm. Arzobispo Meriño & Restauración, 809 682-3309.

Museo Memorial de la Resistencia DominicanaOpened in May 2011, it showcases the facts and consequences of the struggles of several gen-erations of Dominican men and women, mainly during the 30-year Rafael L. Trujillo dictatorship (1930-1961). Open Tue to Sun 9:30am-6pm.Arzobispo Nouel 210 in the Colonial City,809 563-3463

20 Ruinas de San FranciscoWith its lovely Plateresque gate, with St. Francis’ cord carved in stone intact, this became the first monastery in the Americas when Francis-can monks arrived in 1502. The present stone structure was built from 1543-1664. Open daily 9am-5pm. Hostos between Emiliano Tejera & Restauración, 809 686-8657.

21 Hospital San Nicolás de BariThe ruins of the first hospital in the New World, constructed in 1503. Hostos & General Luperón.

Calle HostosCalle Hostos is famous among movie buffs for its part of the 1974 Hollywood classic “The

Godfather II”. It forms the backdrop to the scene where Michael Corleone witnesses a suicide bombing in 1958 Cuba, leading him to recon-sider family business there. Walk down the cobblestone streets after you visit the Ruinas de San Francisco.

Monumento de Fray Antón de MontesinosThe 30-meter high statue was donated by the government of Mexico and is dedicated to the 16th century priest who preached against the atrocities being committed against the Taino Indians. His rage is depicted by the flames in his hair. Located at the westernmost entrance to the Port of Santo Domingo, where the Malecón starts.

23 Puerta de la MisericordiaGate of Mercy. Built in 1543, and named fol-lowing the 1842 earthquake when local priests set up tents to help the injured. Ramón Matías Mella fired the first shot here before proclaiming independence from Haiti on 27 February 1844. Palo Hincado & Arzobispo Portes.

24 Parque IndependenciaHome to the Altar de la Patria, a marble mau-soleum containing the remains of the nation’s founding fathers: Juan Pablo Duarte, Ramón Matías Mella and Francisco del Rosario Sánchez. The compass in the park’s center is Kilometer 0, from which all distances in the country are mea-sured. The Mausoleum is open daily 7:30am-6pm. This park is popular for its outdoor arts & photography gallery.

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Los Tres OjosAlthough named “The Three Eyes”, this attrac-tion boasts four clear water lagoons in lime-stone sinkholes. A deep staircase leads visitors to the underground caverns once used by Taino Indians in religious ceremonies. Daily 8am-5:30pm. Av. Mirador del Este, 809 472-4204.

Mirador del SurA 6-km long park popular for running, biking, rollerblading and walking in the early mornings and late afternoons.

Beyond the Colonial City

Palacio NacionalThe Presidential Palace, an imposing neoclas-sical structure, was inaugurated by Dominican dictator Rafael Trujillo in 1947. It houses the ex-ecutive and administrative offices, but not the President’s residence. Pre-booked visits required.Av. Mexico & Dr. Delgado, 809 695-8359.

Plaza de la CulturaMuseo del Hombre DominicanoA wide collection of Taino artifacts with sections dedicated to the post-Columbus era and the country’s African heritage. Tue-Sun 10am-5pm. Closed Mondays. Av. Pedro Henríquez Ureña, 809 687-3622.

Museo de Arte ModernoFour floors of the museum are dedicated to 20th century Dominican art. Alternating temporary exhibitions. Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. Closed Mondays. Av. Pedro Henríquez Ureña, 809 685-2153.

Museo BellapartMuseum dedicated to collections of well-known Dominican artists. Outstanding exhibi-tions. Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm, Sat 9am-12pm. Closed Sundays. Av. John F. Kennedy, Edificio Honda, 809 541-7721 ext. 296.

Faro a ColónCompleted in 1992 for the 500th anniversary of the European settlement of the Americas, from a 1929 contest-winning design. The monu-mental mausoleum houses the remains of the famous explorer and historic exhibits donated by other nations. Tue-Sun 9am-5:30pm. Closed Mondays. Av. Mirador del Este, 809 591-1492.

Acuario NacionalVisitors can walk through a large plexiglass tun-nel full of sharks, stingrays and turtles. Walkable distance to Columbus Lighthouse.Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:30pm. Closed Mondays.Av. España 77, 809 766-1709.

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Beauty Parlors Beauty parlor-going is part of Dominican culture. Little girls start going from 4 years old or even earlier. The beauty parlor ex-perience is just as much about looking good as getting a psychological uplift. It is a time women dedicate to themselves. Dominican beauty parlors keep up to date on the new hair cuts and deep con-ditioning treatments. Dominican stylists are known the world over for the mastery of the art of blow drying, working from root to tips and painstakingly drying hair in sections, twirling the brush at the ends to give hair body and shine.


Santo Domingo’s Jardín Botánico Nacio-nal is the largest and most complete Bo-tanical Garden in the Caribbean and Central America. Designed by architect Benjamin Paiewonsky in 1976 and covering an area of more than 2kms2, its diverse landscape takes visitors on an extended encounter with the flora of the island.

Well preserved, it welcomes a large group of faithful joggers along its numerous trails through plains and undulating terrain.

The park attracts thousands of birds that make their homes among its greenery.

Be amazed by the variety of aquatic plants (48 large ponds), the orchid building with more than 300 species, the fern exhibit, the herbarium with its medicinal and aromatic plants (90,000 samples) and the 12,000m2 ar-boretum with more than 1,500 native, exotic and endemic trees.

Fruits can be picked from the many trees

in the fruit trees area of the park.There is an area with all the palms on the

island, with more than 30 different trees on display.

Its Japanese garden is a high point of ev-ery visit for its scenery. A Torii, or gateway to heaven, embellishes the entrance to woods of araucarias and bamboo shoots.

Beyond there is a pavilion with exotic cacti and other desert plants, and another dedi-cated to bromeliads. There is an area dedi-cated to the flowering trees and plants of the island of Hispaniola, with colors that vary depending on the time of year.

The Gardens hold annual orchid and bon-sai exhibits and frequent temporary exhibi-tions. A train takes visitors on a 40-minute tour that can be broken up by stopping at the halfway point of the Japanese Gar-den and walking back. Daily 9am-5pm. Av. República de Colombia, 809 385-2611.

The Sights

It is to Santo Domingo what the Eiffel Tow-er is to Paris and the Empire State Building to New Yorkers. Dominicans take it for granted; it seems it has always been there…

The 14km long Malecón was recognized by the international organizers of American Capital of Culture 2010 as one of the city’s seven material cultural treasures.

It has history. Few know that it was a vi-sionary, José Ramón Báez López-Penha, who in 1931, less than a year after the devasta-tion caused by Hurricane San Zenón, con-vinced dictator Trujillo to retake the coast by building a boulevard the length of the city’s southern side for everyone to enjoy. At the time, wealthy families had embraced sea-front property for their haciendas.

Ironically, it was there that Trujillo was as-sassinated in 1961, it is also there that Carni-val takes place in February, Merengue Festi-val in July and Christmas and New Year street partying. Its Plaza Juan Baron is the newest esplanade in town.

It is a collection of historical sites, with sev-eral sections of colonial walls still visible. The San Gil Fort, the Monument to Financial In-dependence celebrating the payment of the foreign debt, the Monument to Fray Antón de Montesinos, recognized as the precursor of human rights in the Americas, the Centro de los Héroes government center.

It is the facade of the city and mirror to migrations. Dominicans learned about Italian

food when the Bonarelli family’s Vesuvio Res-taurant opened in the 1950s, making it the place to go for family gatherings. When tour-ists discovered the Vesuvio, the Bonarellis added Dominican cooking as a complement.

And even when in its early days it was all about wealthy family chalets, over the years the Malecón has given way to mixed use, with the building of hotels and luxury towers for those who want more time to contem-plate the lovely vistas.

The view of the waves breaking against the coastal waters creates a sensation of peace and tranquility that is an integral part of life for city dwellers. To “go down to the Malecón” is part of city life.

The vistas are spectacular -- from the city’s iconic skyscraper skyline, to the colonial walls and the Columbus Lighthouse.

The Botanical GardensMeet the flora of the island

El MalecónAvenue by the Sea

The Sights

Riparian habitat, wooded areas, open palm savannas of the garden offer opportu-nities for seeing many interesting endemic and migratory birds. Birdwatchers may at-tempt to enter any time after about 6am with identifying binoculars in hand. The Hispan-iola Ornithological Society has a walk every first Sunday of each month at 7am, meeting at the front door. Contact [email protected] or 809 753-1388BIRDWATCHERS!


Gift ShopsMercado Modelo. MellaAlso shops at Calle El Conde, Isabel la Católica, Arzobispo Meriño

All DominicanAmber Museum. Arzobispo Meriño & Restauración. (See ad page 13).Arawak Art Gallery. Paintings and sculptures. Rafael Augusto Sánchez, PiantiniFiori. Designer leather hand-bags. Plaza Fernández. Winston Churchill Jenny Polanco. Designer Clothes. Casa Virginia. Roberto Pastoriza. (See ad page 7).

Shopping in metropolitan Santo Domingo is as much about malls, department stores, mega stores as about market halls, marketplaces, specialist shops and Domini-can design retailers.

Best known areasAcropolis Center. Name brands, banks & telecom, restaurants and great entertainment.Winston ChurchillBella Vista Mall. SarasotaCentro Cuesta Nacional. 27 de Febrero & Churchill Blue Mall. Gustavo MejíaRicartCalle El CondeIkea. John F. KennedyJumbo stores. Luperón La Sirena. Gustavo MejíaRicartMegacentro. Santo Domingo EsteNovocentro. Lope de VegaPlaza Central. 27 de Febrero & ChurchillPlaza Lama. 27 de Febrero & ChurchillSemma. Luperón

Arts & Crafts in the Colonial CityMeet the artisans at Plazoleta Fray Bartolomé de las Casas at Padre Billini corner Arzobispo Meriño in the Colonial City. Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 9pm.

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Shopping

Malls & ShopsBrands, arts and crafts

Fiori Colección leather goods

Arte de Café-Casa Cuesta

Faceless dollsThese ceramic dolls are

famous throughout the DR and are also very delicate. Be

sure to pack them tight.

Guava MarmaladeThe Bon marmalade is the perfect souvenir to take back the sweet tasteof the Caribbean.

Co�eeDominican co�ee is rich and strong. Can be bought at any supermarket.

Rum Aged to perfection, Dominican rums are

preferred locally on the rocks or as a “Cuba Libre” mixed with Pepsi or Coca Cola.

Macadamia nuts Grown in the Dominican forest, La Loma macadamia nuts are sold at Bon Ice Cream stores nationwide, leading supermarkets, and select gift shops.

Dominican beer Dominicans love their beer and since you may have trouble �nding some back home, it may be best to take a bottle or two for the road.

AmberThe DR is famous for its amber. This fossil resin, more transparent than its Baltic counterpart, is beautiful when set in jewelry and is an excellent keepsake.

Ways to Remember the DR

Handpainted craftsWooden handbags, handpainted plates and bowls are highly regarded for their mosaic patterns and lively color themes.

LarimarFound only in the Dominican Republic, this gemstone’s sunlit blue color is a great way to remember the Caribbean.

Dominican cigars Dominican cigars are internationally recognized for their quality.


ChinatownNote the traditional arch donated by the People’s Republic of China on the Av. Mexico entrance and the one donated by Taiwan on the Av. Mella exit to Santo Domingo’s Chinatown district. Its main street, Jacinto de la Concha, is lined with life-sized oriental bronze statues. Bargain prices are the draw at the neighborhood’s shops and restaurants owned by Chinese immigrants. This is the place for Dim Sum and Peking Duck. It is also the site of the annual Chinese New Year celebration in January or February.

A Bon Ice Cream shop near youTaste the Caribbean in Bon Ice Cream. Popular flavors include macadamia, rum raisin, organic chocolate, strawberry, passion fruit and coconut sherbets. A dozen fruit and cream popsicles are also avail-able. There are more than 250+ Bon stores nationwide, in-cluding 2 stores off Calle El Conde and several on or near Winston Churchill Avenue. Bon Ice Cream is a leader in environmental programs nationwide.

Dining

International cuisine in the romantic Plaza de EspañaCalle Atarazana #27, Zona Colonial809-688-9400. Sun-Thurs 10:30am-1am.Fri-Sat 10:30am-3am.

Santo Domingo dining is a 516-year old melting pot of gastronomic influences from around the world. What makes Santo Domin-go’s cuisine tastier is that chefs have an abun-dance of fresh local fruits and vegetables, fish and meats, aside from imports. Chefs cook up traditional recipes from around the world, but many give a Dominican twist to these recipes with seasonal ingredients.

Early influences date back to the original Taino pre-Columbian days, to the mark left by the Spanish conquistadors and the droves of African slaves in the 16th and 17th cen-tury. Intermarriages ensured that the varied cooking prevailed throughout the centuries.

Today, this is no different. Newcomers from the United States, the Middle East, Ger-many, France, Canada, Italy, Japan, China, Tai-wan and Korea are leaving their mark.

Add very cosmopolitan Dominicans, and new entrepreneurs that travel and bring back styles and ritzy decors to best each other. Many eateries are chic but not cheap, but because the student crowd is big in San-to Domingo, there are many that are good value, too, whilst not fancy.

Breakfast places and Sunday brunch are popular as are luncheon specials at the malls and a selection of restaurants in commercial districts. The US fast food chains are here but discover the dishes served by hardy Domini-

can fast food places that have won over the locals.

There is no city in the Caribbean with more restaurants than Santo Domingo. For a sampling, drive through upscale areas of the city, such as the commercial-residential area of the Poligono Central (Av. Gustavo Mejia Ricart, Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, Naco and Piantini neighborhoods) for your pick of restaurants with outdoor terraces for appreciating the light breezes and the balmy night air. The explanation, Dominicans are forever on the lookout for the latest new place to be the first to tell their friends.

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DiningDiningList of restaurants in Santo Domingo (* see Zone Map on pages 42-43)

RESTAURANT ADDRESS LOCATION/ZONE* CUISINE MEALS PHONE $

Atarazana Atarazana 5 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Dominican PM 809 689-2900 $$

Adrian Tropical Malecón 2 Gazcue/Z2 Dominican AM,PM 809 221-1764 $$

Barra Payan 30 de Marzo 140 Gazcue/Z2 Dominican AM,PM 809 689-6654 $

Buen Provecho Gustavo Mejía Ricart 59 Naco/Z1 Dominican AM,PM 809 562-4848 $$

Cafeteria El Conde El Conde & Meriño Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Dominican AM,PM 809 682-6944 $

El Conuco Casimiro de Moya 152 Gazcue/Z2 Dominican PM 809 686-0129 $$

Meson di Bari Hostos 302 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Dominican PM 809 687-4091 $$

Cane Abraham Lincoln 1059 Piantini/Z1 Caribbean PM 809 368-2200 $$

La Residence Hostal Nicolas de Ovando Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Caribbean AM,PM 809 685-9955 $$$

Baladi David Masalles 19B Julieta/Z1 Mid-Eastern PM 809 567-0070 $

Falafel Padre Billini 352 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Mid-Eastern PM 809 688-9714 $$

Outback Steakhouse Acropolis Center Piantini/Z1 Australian PM 809 566 5550 $$

Caffé Milano Tiradentes 11 Naco/Z1 International AM,PM 809 540-3000 $$$

Christoph Tiradentes 42 Naco International PM 809 540-4700 $$

Emilio’s Gourmet Roberto Pastoriza 52 Naco/Z1 International PM 809 565-3070 $$

Marocha Gustavo Mejía Ricart 124 Piantini/Z1 International AM,PM 809 473-4191 $$$

Meson de la Cava Mirador del Sur Mirador Sur/Z2 International PM 809 533-2818 $$

Mitre Gustavo Mejía Ricart 1001 Piantini/Z1 International PM 809 472-1787 $$

Mix Gustavo Mejía Ricart 69 Piantini/Z1 International PM 809 472-0100 $$

Pat’e Palo Atarazana 25 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 International PM 809 687-8089 $$$

Peperoni Plaza Universitaria La Julia/Z2 International PM 809 508-1330 $$$

Prima Fila Novocentro Naco/Z1 International AM,PM 809 540-2789 $$

Rita’s Café Atarazana 27 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 International PM 809 688-9400 $$

Tambo Emiliano Tejera/Atarazana Ciudad Colonial/Z3 International PM 809 685-2997 $$

Angelo Atarazana 21 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Italian PM 809 686-3586 $$

Fellini Roberto Pastoriza 504 Evaristo Morales/Z1 Italian PM 809 335-5464 $$$

Il Cappuccino Máximo Gómez 60 La Esperilla/Z2 Italian AM,PM 809 682-8006 $$

Il Capo Centro Comercial Embajador Bella Vista/Z2 Italian PM 809 534-6252 $$

Il Buongustaio Virgilio Díaz Ordoñez 41 Evaristo Morales/Z1 Italian PM 809 562-2480 $$$

La Briciola Arzobispo Meriño 152 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Italian PM 809 688-5055 $$

Pala Pizza R Pastoriza & Churchill Evaristo Morales/Z1 Italian PM 809 566-0500 $

Pizza Il Forno Churchill & Gustavo Evaristo Morales/Z1 Italian PM 809 542-7000 $

Pizzarelli Sarasota & Churchill La Julia/Z2 Italian PM 809 508-1638 $

Sapori d’Italia Max Henríquez Ureña 29 Naco/Z1 Italian PM 809 683-5691 $$

Caffe Bellini Plazoleta Padre Billini Ciudad Colonial/Z3 Italian PM 809 686-3387 $$$

Vesuvio Malecón 521 Zona Universitaria/Z2 Italian PM 809 221-1954 $$$

Bella Cristal Roberto Pastoriza 458 Piantini/Z1 Chinese PM 809 540-2923 $$

Chino de Mariscos Sarasota 38A Bella Vista/Z2 Chinese PM 809 533-5249 $$

Coreano Magna 12 de Junio Bella Vista/Z2 Korean PM 809 535-3355 $$

Dragon House Duarte & Mexico Chinatown/Z3 Asian PM 809 687-0230 $$

Mei Gui Duarte 17 Chinatown/Z3 Chinese PM 809 221-7186 $$

Pan Oliva Centro Comercial Embajador Bella Vista/Z2 Chinese PM 809 533-7380 $$

Aka Max Henríquez Ureña Naco/Z1 Japanese PM 809 338-1166 $$

Samurai Seminario 57 Piantini/Z1 Japanese PM 809 565-1621 $$$

Yokomo Rómulo Betancourt 1316 Bella Vista/Z2 Japanese PM 829 535-5999 $$

Chef Pepper Gustavo Mejía Ricart 62 Naco/Z1 Meats/Grills PM 809 565-4068 $$

Porter House Abraham Lincoln 918 Piantini/Z1 Meats/Grills PM 809 542-6000 $$$

D’Luis Parrillada Malecón 25 Ciudad Nueva/Z3 Meats/Grills PM 809 686-2940 $$

David Crockett Gustavo Mejía Ricart 34 Piantini/Z1 Meats/Grills PM 809 565-8898 $$$

El Agave Lope de Vega 104 Naco/Z1 Mexican PM 809 732-3232 $$

La Vecindad Tiradentes & Cub Scout Naco/Z1 Mexican PM 809 633-2121 $$

Lupe Gustavo Mejía Ricart 122 Piantini/Z1 Mexican PM 809 549-5791 $$

El Racó Privada 104B Luperón/Z6 Seafood PM 809 534-4462 $$

Sully Charles Sumner 19 Fernández/Z1 Seafood PM 809 562-3389 $$

Boga Boga Bolívar 203 Esperilla/Z2 Spanish PM 809 472-0849 $$

Cantábrico Independencia 54 Gazcue/Z2 Spanish PM 809 687-5102 $$

Casa de las Paellas Gustavo Mejía RicarT 130 Julieta/Z1 Spanish PM 809 686-9363 $$

Don Pepe Porfirio Herrera 31 Piantini/Z1 Spanish PM 809 563-4440 $$$

El Olivo Madame Curie 19 La Esperilla/Z2 Spanish PM 809 549-3792 $$$

Mesón Iberia Miguel Angel Monclús 165 Mirador Norte/Z1 Spanish PM 809 530-7200 $$

Mijas Max Henríquez Ureña 47A Piantini/Z1 Spanish PM 809 567-5040 $$$

Taberna El Asturiano Olaf Palme 2 San Gerónimo/Z1 Spanish PM 809 412-8600 $$

Opus 48 Mustafá Kemal Atartuk 48 Naco/Z1 French PM 809 227-5050 $$

Chalet Suizo Malecon Km 7-1/2 Malecón/Z4 Swiss PM 809 534-0100 $$

Elysée Patisserie M. de Jesús Troncoso 23 Piantini/Z1 Café/Bakery AM,PM 809 566-6600 $$

BOCA CHICA/JUAN

Boca Marina Prolongacion Duarte 12A Boca Chica Seafood AM,PM 809 688-6810 $$

El Pelicano Duarte 1 Boca Chica Seafood PM 809 523-4611 $$

Neptuno’s Duarte 12 Boca Chica Seafood PM 809 688-6810 $$

El Sueño Calle Principal Juan Dolio Seafood PM 809 526-3903 $$

Mesón Español Calle Boulevard Juan Dolio Spanish PM 809 526-2666 $$

Deli Swiss Playa Guayacanes Guayacanes Seafood PM 809 526-1226 $$

BOCA CHICA / JUAN DOLIO


MofongoMashed fried plantains mixed with garlic and pieces of chicken or pork.

Pollo GuisadoStewed chicken in a tomato, onion, garlic, olives, capers and cilantro sauce.

Pescado con cocoFresh �sh with red bell peppers and onions in a coconut milk-based sauce.

Batida de lechozaDominican fruit shake with papaya, milk, vanilla, ice and sugar.

SancochoSoup with di�erent meats and vegetables (see recipe).

tastetoFlavors not to be Missed

Flan de lecheCrème caramel - popular dessert in the DR, made with eggs, milk and sugar.

Morir Soñando “To die dreaming”. Sweet shake with evapo- rated milk, orange juice, ice and sugar.

Preparation1. Place the beef in a pan and add the celery, coriander, oregano, garlic, vinegar, and salt. Marinate for at least

half an hour. In an iron pot heat the oil, add the beef and stir (be careful with hot oil splattering). Cover and simmer

for 10 minutes. Add a few spoons of water if the meat sticks to the pot. Add the pork and let simmer for 15 minutes,

adjust water when necessary. Add the rest of the meat to the pot (except for the chicken) and let simmer for an-

other 15 minutes, adding tablespoons of water as needed to prevent it from burning. Add the chicken and let

simmer for another 10 minutes.

2. Add 1/4 gallon of water to the pot and bring to a boil. Add the yam, malanga and the two plantains that you

had previously cut. Add the bollitos now. Let simmer for 15 minutes. Add all remaining ingredients and adjust water

when necessary. Stir regularly to avoid excessive sticking. Let simmer until the last ingredients you added are

tender. Grate the remaining plantain and add to the pot. Let simmer until the stew is thick.

3. Adjust salt to taste. Serve while hot with white rice and avocado slices.

Before starting to cook: Cut the meat into small pieces. Scrub the meat (except the pork sausage) with the lemon.

Ingredients• 2 lbs beef with bones• 1 lb of goat meat• 1 lb pork sausage (longaniza)• 1 lb pork• 1 1/2 lb chicken• 2 lbs of pork ribs• 1 lb of bones from a smoked ham• 4 lemons cut in halves• 1 tablespoon of mashed garlic• 4 tablespoons of oil

• 1/2 lb of cassava cut into 1-inch thick pieces• 1/2 lb of yam cut into 1-inch thick pieces• 2 celery stalks• 1/2 lb of malanga cut into 1-inch thick pieces• 1/2 lb of potatoes cut into 1-inch thick pieces• 3 unripe plantains, 2 cut into 1-inch thick pieces• 2 cubes of beef stock (optional)• 2 corn cobs cut into 2-inches long pieces (optional)• 1/2 teaspoon of powdered oregano• 1/2 teaspoon of coriander(cilantro)• 2 teaspoons of vinegar• 2 teaspoons of chili pepper sauce or agrio de naranja• 10 boiled flour rolls (bollitos de harina) (optional)

Time: 90 MinsDi�culty: Advanced

Serve: 6 peopleSancocho de 7 Carnes(Seven-Meat Stew)

The following sancocho recipe (one of the most cherished by Dominicans) is brought to you by Aunt Clara’s Dominican Cookbook, an excellent reference with 100 traditional Dominican recipes; fully illustrated with beautiful color photography. Get your copy by visiting dominicancooking.com and bring the flavor of the Dominican Republic back home to your kitchen.

Photos provided by Aunt Clara’s Dominican Cookbook


This is no ordinary Caribbean city. Forget beaches, forget quaintness. With 3 million peo-ple, Santo Domingo makes the big league of cities anywhere in the world. Stars on tour of Latin America and the Carib-bean make sure that Santo Do-mingo is included. This makes the big shows and events THE reason to come to the city.

DR1 Calendar (dr1.com/calendar) keeps track of the sports, photography and art exhibitions, weeks of

high fashion, clas-sic and contemporary dance, musicals, comedy and drama at the small and large the-

aters, jazz, film festivals, elec-tronic music DJs, national symphony orchestra season

and musical tributes as they are announced.

The venues… Teatro Na-cional, Palacio de Bellas Artes, Casa de Teatro, Conservatorio

Nacional de Musica, Plaza de España, Centro Cultural de

España, Museo de Arte Moderno, Centro Domi-

nico-Alemán, Teatro Guloya, Teatro Las

Máscaras… The Quisqueya

Ball Park, Mobil

One Racing Track, the Feria Ga-nadera, the Olympic Center and Parque del Este venues where the Pan American Sports Games were held in 2003. The baseball season starts mid October and ends the first week of February of the next year.

Public spaces…. Columbus Park next to the Cathedral, Plaza de España, Plaza Juan Barón and street dancing for Carnival and

Christmas on the Malecon and New Year at the Avenida del Puerto.

Arts and entertainment in Santo Domin-go are guaranteed.

Bonyé at the Ruinas de San Francisco

Santo Domingo is the capital of nightlife in the Caribbean. It’s that Dominicans love to party. Nights out start with dinner, or choos-ing a café/bar, or just a bar for conversation over drinks. Others choose to go dancing in one of the neighborhood discos, or to dance till early morning at a city hotel disco. Rev-elers on a low budget may be seen hang-ing out at the open-air colmadones and the liquor stores where people gather to drink outside, on the street. Sunday evening through Thursday, bars and restaurants close for drinks at midnight. On Fridays, Saturdays and holidays, they stay open to 2am. For the Christmas & New Year holidays, the limits are lifted. Opening hours at city hotels are not limited.

Jazz CityOn any given day there are a dozen res-

taurants, bars or theaters with jazz perform-ers on stage in Santo Domingo. Guillo Carias and his group gave it a start in the 80s at the Hotel Santo Domingo, but since then it has

been merengue, bachata + jazz. Casa de Teatro hosts its Jazz Festival in June and July and Wednesday jazz nights.

Every Friday, the Fiesta Sunset Jazz makes for a wonderful spot to start the weekend. Check out the sunset from the top floor of the Dominican Fiesta Hotel. Great ambience and baby boomer crowds. Reservations 809 562-8222. Free admission.

Sunday nights with BonyéEach Sunday, on the steps of the San

Francisco Ruins, in the Colonial City (see pages 14-15) the love of music fills the hot Santo Domingo nights with bluesy son and merengue sounds when Bonyé and talent-ed friends take the stage. The horns blare out, the drums beat tightly. Dancing feet respond. The sounds of cold beers being opened at Don Guillermo’s store-bar create a lively chorus that complement the show on stage shortly after 6pm.

The ruins of San Francisco provide an amazing background to the show and the warmth of the locals, who at a moment’s no-tice become long-time friends, reflects the ongoing spirit of Santo Domingo.

Dress CodeHints of what the doorman may be look-

ing for to see if you fit in with the crowd mix of the place. It also is a clue as to what to ex-pect pricewise: the dressier, the pricier. Rule of thumb in Santo Domingo: always dress up a notch.

Nightlife

Tropical NightsYesterday, tonight and tomorrow

City of EventsThe reason to come

Jazz at the Dominican Fiesta Hotel


Nightspots around Santo Domingo (* see Zone Map on pages 42-43)

NightlifeNightlife

NAME ADDRESS LOCATION/ZONE PHONE DRESS CODE

RESTAURANT/BAR

Caffe Bellini Arzobispo Meriño 155 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 686-3387 Dressed up

Caffé Milano Tiradentes 11 Naco/Z1 809 540-3000 Dressed up

Cane Abraham Lincoln 1059 Piantini/Z1 809 368-2200 Smart Casual

Casa de Teatro Arzobispo Meriño 110 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 689-3430 Casual

Colatte Café Federico Gerardino, Plaza Laura Piantini/Z1 809 566-7171 Smart Casual

Falafel Padre Billini 352 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 688-9714 Casual

Fellini Roberto Pastoriza 504 Evaristo Morales/Z1 809 540-5330 Dressed up

GastroPub Bella Vista Mall Bella Vista/Z2 809 535-1700 Smart Casual

Hard Rock Café Atarazana 27 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 686-7771 Smart Casual

Hooters Acropolis Center Piantini/Z1 809 565-4668 Casual

Mamajuana Café Roberto Pastoriza 461 Piantini/Z1 809 547-1019 Casual

Meson di Bari Hostos 302 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 687-4091 Casual

Mitre Gustavo Mejía Ricart 1001 Piantini/Z1 809 472-1787 Smart Casual

Rita’s Café Atarazana 27 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 688-9400 Casual

Rosalinda La Terraza Blue Mall Piantini/Z1 809 955-3259 Smart Casual

TGI Friday’s Acropolis Center Piantini/Z1 809 955-8443 Casual

DANCE MIX SPOTS

Camden Parlour Plaza Andalucía I Piantini/Z1 809 540-3588 Smart Casual

Encuentro Artesanal Arzobispo Meriño 407 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 687-1135 Smart Casual

Ferro Café Virgilio Díaz Ordoñez Evaristo Morales/Z1 809 540-5718 Smart Casual

Gold Fashion Dance Club 27 de Febrero 312 Bella Vista/Z2 809 201- 0253 Smart Casual

Gotik Club (Led) Hotel Hispaniola Zona Universitaria/Z2 809 476-7733 Dressed up

Mi Loca Sanchez Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 882-6950 Smart Casual

Onno’s Bar Hostos Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 689-1183 Casual

Praia Club Gustavo Mejía Ricart 78 Piantini/Z1 809 732-0230 Dressed up

Retro Café Plaza Andalucía Piantini/Z1 809 540-3927 Casual

Zambra Roberto Pastoriza 315, Plaza Uris Naco/Z1 809 683-7373 Smart Casual

LATIN MUSIC SPOTS

Aurora Disco Hotel Aurora Sol Zona Oriental/Z4 809 483-3313 Casual

Bottom’s Bar Hotel Clarión Naco/Z1 809 541-6226 Casual

Coppa Bar Malecón, Hotel Meliá Gazcue/Z3 809 682-2102 Smart Casual

Coyote Club Paseo de los Locutores 58 Evaristo Morales/Z1 809 683-4474 Smart Casual

Eclipse Dance Club Venezuela 64 Ozama/Z4 809 593-3336 Casual

NAME ADDRESS LOCATION/ZONE PHONE DRESS CODE

LATIN MUSIC SPOTS

El Sartén Hostos 153 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 686-9621 Relaxed

Jet Set Independencia 2253 El Portal/Z2 809 535-4145 Smart Casual

Las Palmas Hotel Santo Domingo Zona Universitaria/Z2 809 221-1511 Smart Casual

Mint Malecon, Hotel Napolitano Gazcue/Z4 809 687-1131 Casual

Platinum Independencia 1111 Zona Universitaria/Z2 809 508-0115 Casual

PM Winston Churchill Plaza Las Américas/Z1 809 338-7676 Casual

Vié Roberto Pastoriza 313 Naco/Z1 809 704-7348 Casual

Wao Dance & Drink to Share Venezuela & Club Rotario Zona Oriental/Z5 809 595-0583 Dressed up

BARS & LOUNGES

Atarazana 9 Atarazana 9 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 688-0969 Relaxed

Bar Teatro Nacional Máximo Gómez 35 Gazcue/Z3 809 221-7158 Smart Casual

Bianco Sarasota BQ Hotel Bella Vista/Z2 809 993-5876 Smart Casual

Bio Bar Sánchez 125 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 686-0147 Relaxed

Boca Negra Arzobispo Meriño 256 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 747-9034 Relaxed

Caffé Segafredo El Conde 54 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 685-4440 Casual

Cava Alta Agustín Lara 19 Piantini/Z1 809 518-9000 Smart Casual

Cinema Café Plaza de la Cultura Gazcue/Z3 809 221-7555 Relaxed

Colmadón El Hangar Independencia Km 9-1/2 Zona 6 809 533-6898 Relaxed

Dock Acrópolis Center Piantini/Z1 809 567-6116 Casual

Evolution Bar & Lounge Venezuela 13 Zona Oriental/Z5 829 447-5686 Smart Casual

Hydro Ultra Lounge Cub Scout & Tiradentes Naco/Z1 809 549-7293 Smart Casual

Kantabar Unicentro Plaza Piantini/Z1 809 565-1484 Relaxed

La Barrica Abraham Lincoln Piantini/Z1 809 334-5803 Smart Casual

La Cantina del Agave Arzobispo Meriño 115 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 567-4444 Casual

La Espiral José Reyes & Mercedes Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 686-1765 Relaxed

La Viña del Catador Lope de Vega 35 Naco/Z1 809 732-9679 Casual

Lucia 203 Hostos 203 Ciudad Colonial/Z3 809 689-5546 Casual

Maruja BarGustavo Mejía Ricart & Federico Gerardino

Serralles/Z1 809 566-9103 Smart Casual

Parkeo Bar Roberto Pastoriza & Tiradentes Naco/Z1 809 541-2341 Relaxed

Shots Roberto Pastoriza 315, Plaza Uris Naco/Z1 829 886-1208 Casual

The Bar @ Mix Gustavo Mejía Ricart 69 Serralles/Z1 809 472-0100 Smart Casual

Vinopolis Max Henríquez Ureña 15 Naco/Z1 809 732-8466 Smart Casual


PopulationThe country’s population is approximate-

ly 10 million. Approximately 3 million people live in the Greater Santo Domingo, where the capital, known as the National District, is located. Dominicans are a continuously changing true melting pot of races and eth-nicities, as new immigrants are assimilated. The original Indian settlers were followed by the Spaniards and Africans. These were followed by waves of immigrants from the Caribbean islands, neighboring Haiti, Japan, Lebanon, and Spain that came for farming. Others were making their way to the United States and would stay, such as immigrants from China and Cuba. Thousands from France, Canada, Germany, Italy and Russia came first as tourists to now call the land their own.

MoneyDominican peso rates fluctuate daily. US$

are easiest to exchange, but most banks will also take euros. A passport is needed to cash currency. The rate is set daily by the Central Bank. See www.bancentral.gov.do

Most ATMs operate on the Cirrus Net-works (Mastercard) or Plus networks (Visa).

The Basics

When Christopher Columbus arrived in 1492 to the north coast, he named the island Hispaniola. At the time an estimated 400,000 Taino Indians inhabited the land. Old World diseases, slavery and abysmal treatment by the Spaniards all but erased this population. To replace the manual labor, the first African slaves were brought to the island in 1520. The country gained its first independence from Spain in 1821, but the following year, the Haitians invaded, inspired by the ideal of “one indivisible island” set by their liberator Toussaint L’Ouverture. The Dominican Re-public remained under Haitian control until 27 February 1844 when the founding fathers of Dominican independence Juan Pablo Du-arte, Ramón Matías Mella and Francisco del Rosario Sánchez led a successful revolt and declared independence.

GeographyThe second largest country in the Carib-

bean after Cuba, the Dominican Republic oc-cupies the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles, with Haiti occupying the western portion. Situated in the heart of the region between North and South America, the country is bordered by the Caribbean Sea on the south coast and the Atlantic Ocean to the north. Its contrast-ing landscape ranges from towering moun-tains, the highest in the Caribbean, to cacti-studded deserts, to rainforest along with 400+ kilometers of soft sand beaches. The DR is big by Caribbean standards at 48,442 square kilometers (30,100 square miles).

Lost or Stolen Credit Cards and Traveler’s Checks

Visa 410 581-9994

Mastercard 800 307-7309

AmericanExpress 800 327-1267


elected to office through August 2012. The next presidential election is scheduled for Sunday, 20 May 2012.

Beverage limitationsDiscos, restaurants and casinos inside

hotels are exempt from the present liquor-vending schedule that affects establish-ments throughout the country. Note that many restaurants, clubs and bars must close at midnight from Sun-Thu and at 2am on Fri, Sat and holidays. Numerous establishments have been given an extension allowing them to close at 1am Sun-Thu and at 3am Fri, Sat. Bring an ID. Patrons under the age of 18 won’t be admitted.

MailFor sending important parcels, consider

using DHL, UPS or FedEx. There are local postal office stamp vending and drop off points for letters or postcards at La Sirena (Winston Churchill), Hotel El Embajador and Centro de los Héroes main post.

CommunicationsBring an unlocked phone and purchase a

local chip (SIM card) with a pre-paid plan that gives you a local telephone number. This can be done if your mobile uses GSM or CDMA frequency. Orange and Claro will activate most open European and North American-based cell phones and these can be used with calling cards. Otherwise, if your phone works here, steep roaming charges may ap-ply. Failing to turn off the data-roaming fea-ture on your smart phone may rack up the bill even when email and other data func-tions on not intentionally used.

To call the US and Canada, dial 1+area code+ phone number. To call European countries dial 011+the country code + city code + the number. Blackberry is the smart-phone of choice for Dominicans. Local area codes are 809, 829 and 849.

InternetMost hotels offer internet service. Check

for those including the WiFi service in the rate. Many restaurants in the city offer free WiFi. Call ahead if this is important to you.

The Basics The BasicsMoney withdrawn from ATMs in the DR will dispense Dominican pesos. Pesos are available in RD$2,000, RD$1,000, RD$500, RD$200, RD$100, RD$50 and RD$20 bills. There are coins for RD$25, RD$10, RD$5 and RD$1. Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards are widely accepted and often preferred by businesses. Take note that there is a shortage of change for RD$2,000 and RD$1,000 bills, so ask for smaller bills when cashing money at a bank. Banks at major de-partment stores stay open to 7pm on Mon-day to Saturday.

GovernmentA Representative Democracy, the Domini-

can government is made up of three branch-

es: the Executive, Legislative and Judicial. The President is elected by popular vote every four years. President Leonel Fernández was

HolidaysConsider visiting Santo Domingo during

the holidays, when capital city dwellers flee for the tamer vacation sites, giving all a re-spite from chaotic traffic. Take note that for the Easter long weekend (from Thu to Sun) even major stores and restaurants may be closed. For a list of holidays and the long weekends they create, see http://www.dr1.com/travel/prepare/ holidays.shtml

Taxes and TippingThe sales tax is 16% (ITBIS). Restaurants will

levy a 10% service tax. An additional 10% tip is expected.

MeasurementsBoth the metric and the English measure-

ment system are used. Most stores will be able to assist you in either of these, and may sell produce in both. Road distances and land measurements are measured exclusive-ly in kilometers.

Climate & WeatherTemperatures average 71-85F (22-30C)

for most of the year. Being in the tropics also means that 80% of the time the sun is shin-ing. When traveling to the interior, prepare for weather extremes of 95F+ (35C+) in des-ert areas in the southwest and temperatures that in some mountainous areas can dip be-low the freezing mark in the winter months.

Santo Domingo is built on a low-lying coastal plain. With few exceptions, when it rains the sun comes back out after a short

while. Take note drainage is deficient in the city. Allow much more time to get to places, avoid tunnels and flooded sections in heavy rains.

Check out the Weather & Beyond Forum in dr1.com/forums for daily updates, especially during Hurricane Season that runs from June to November.

TimeThe DR’s time zone is Eastern Standard, al-

though the country does not follow Daylight Saving. Because of this, the DR is one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time used in the US from October to April.

SafetyBe alert to your surroundings and take the

same precautions recommended for travel-ing in any major foreign city, using the hotel safe and keeping money and valuables out of sight. Do not leave luggage or packages in sight in a vehicle.

ElectricityElectrical current in the Dominican Re-

public is 110 volts AC, 60 Hz. US-style two-pin plugs are standard, so European visitors should bring suitable adaptors.

WaterDrink bottled or treated water. Locals do

not drink the tap water so you will be served bottled water at restaurants.

HospitalsHospiten Santo Domingo. Alma Mater &

Bolivar, 809 541-3000Cedimat. Ortega y Gasset 10, 809 565-9989Centro Abel Gonzalez. Abraham Lincoln

953, 809 227-2235

TransportationA variety of transportation options exist

for getting around Santo Domingo and near-by beaches. Public transportation includes carros públicos, buses and motorcycle taxis. Also, the 9 mile-long (14.5 kms) Santo Do-mingo Metro line provides transport from Villa Mella in the north of Santo Domingo to south-central Centro de los Héroes.

Conversion Box

Weights & Measurements

1 pound = 0.45359 kilo 1 kilo = 2.204 pounds

Speed: Kilometers/MPH:

1 mph = 1.60934 kph 1 kph = 0.62137 mph

Fahrenheit to Celsius

18C = 65F 27C = 80F

21C = 70F 30C = 85F

24C = 75F 32C = 90F

NAME TELEPHONE WEBSITE

Presidency of the Republic 809 695-8000 presidencia.gob.do

Dominican Republic Exportand Investment Center

809 530-5505 cei-rd.gov.do

Ministry of Foreign Relations 809 535-6280 mirex.gov.do

Ministry of Economy & Planning

809 695-8588 economia.gob.do

Ministry of Hacienda 809 687-5131 hacienda.gob.do

Ministry of Tourismgodominicanrepublic.com

809 221-4660 sectur.gob.do

Ministry of Industry and Commerce

809 685-5171 seic.gov.do

Ministry of Agriculture 809 547-3888 agricultura.gob.do

Ministry of Culture 809 221-4141 cultura.gob.do

Ministry of Environment 809 567-4300 ambiente.gob.do

Ministry of Education 809 688-9700 see.gob.do

Ministry of Higher Education 809 533-3381 seescyt.gov.do

Ministry of Public Health 809 541-3121 salud.gob.do

Ministry of Labor 809 535-4404 set.gov.do

Ministry of Public Works 809 565-2811 seopc.gov.do

Ministry of Sports 809 565-3325 sedefir.gob.do

Ministry of Interior & Police 809 686-6251 seip.gov.do

Government Offices


Santo Domingo’s BeachesBoca Chica, Guayacanes, Juan Dolio

Boca Chica Beach20 miles (30 kms) east of Santo Domingo and 2 miles (a bit over 3kms) east of Las Americas International Airport, Boca Chica is the city beach. Expect large crowds on weekends and vendors selling everything from massages to seafood to necklaces. On weekdays the beach is quiet, especially late in the afternoon. Boca Chica is famous for its powdery white sand and the calmest waters thanks to a coral reef that protects from big breakers and creates a great lagoon. It is home to the Santo Domingo Yacht Club, for boating and sailing pursuits. City residents join tourists at the outdoor restau-rants that serve seafood with a touch of sea salt spray and views that make for excellent photo souvenirs.

Guayacanes BeachAbout 8 miles (13 kms) east of Boca Chica is the small town of Guayacanes. The town’s beach can also get pretty crowded on weekends with a mix mainly of locals and some tourists, but its calm inviting waters and the ab-sence of large resorts only adds to its small village appeal. Like Boca Chica, it is usually not crowded on weekdays. A smattering of good restaurants is also a big draw, bring-ing in capital city dwellers for a day outing.

Juan Dolio BeachAbout 2 miles (3 kms) east of Guayacanes, Juan Dolio Beach is much more laid back than Boca Chica. High-rise beachfront residences cater to affluent city dwellers who make the commute to enjoy the sea views and food at the very good restaurants. The large expanse of shoreline allows for a relaxing day at the beach. At the three beaches, small hotels and all-inclusive resorts cater to tourists. The resorts even sell one-day passes with all-included minus the room.

Beach resort

Juan Dolio Beach

Beaches & Golf

Club Náutico Santo Domingo

AIRLINE DESTINATION TELEPHONE WEBSITE

Air Caraibes Fort de France, Port au Prince

809 549-0404 aircaraibes.com

Air Europa Madrid 809 683-8020 aireuropa.com

Air France Paris, Fort de France 809 686-8432 airfrance.com

American Airlines

New York, Miami, San Juan, Port au Prince

809 542-5151 aa.com

American Eagle

Port au Prince, San Juan

809 542-5151 aa.com

Aserca Airlines Caracas 809 563-5300 asercaairlines.com

Avianca Bogotá 809 563-2209 avianca.com

Condor Frankfurt 809 689-9625 condor.com

Continental Airlines

Newark 809 262-1060 continental.com

Copa Panama 809 472-2672 copaair.com

Cubana de Aviación

Havana 809 227-2040 cubana.cu

Delta Air Lines Atlanta, New York 809 200-9191 delta.com

Iberia Madrid, Barcelona 809 508-0288 iberia.com

Insel Air Saint Maarten 809 621-7777 fly-inselair.com

JetBlueBoston, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale,New York, San Juan

809 273-2772 jetblue.com

Liat Antigua 809 549-2036 liatairline.com

Pawa San Juan, Aguadilla 809 227-0331 pawadominicana.com

Spirit Airlines Fort Lauderdale 809 549-2046 spiritair.com

Taca San José, Lima 809 200-8662 taca.com

US Airways Philadelphia 809 549-0233 usairways.com

Dutch Antilles Express

Curacao 809 541-5151 flydae.com

Aerocaribbean Santiago, Cuba 809 541-5151 aero-caribbean.com

Las Américas International Flights

Las Americas arrivals and departures information: Tel 809 947-2297

Private taxisPrivate taxis are available 24 hours

a day and can be contracted by tele-phone. Ask the phone operator for the rate to your destination, the taxi num-ber and color. Dominican taxis do not use fare meters. Instead there are flat rates for each destination.

Intercity BusesMetro (Tel 809 566-7126) and Caribe

Tours (Tel 809 221-4422) provide coach transportation service between Santo Domingo and major cities. Expreso Bávaro (Tel 809 682-9670) travels to the East Coast destinations. Bus lines to other cities can also be boarded at the Enriquillo Park near Duarte Avenue or those headed north at Kilómetro Nueve (on Duarte Highway).

Car RentalsMajor car rental companies have

branches at airports, hotels and city locations. Do not cut corners when choosing your rental car service. Also take out the extra insurance plan that is available. If you suffer an accident that dents your car, for instance, the in-surance will prevent delays or hassles. You must be at least 21 years, others require drivers to be 25 years old.

TRAVEL TIME BOX

Santo Domingo-Puerto Plata 3.5 hours

Santo Domingo-Santiago 2 hours

Santo Domingo-Jarabacoa 1.5 hours

Santo Domingo-Constanza 2 hours

Santo Domingo-Boca Chica 30 minutes

Santo Domingo-Juan Dolio 40 minutes

Santo Domingo-Bayahibe 2 hours

Santo Domingo-La Romana 1.5 hours

Santo Domingo-Punta Cana 3.5 hours

Santo Domingo-Samana 2 hours on toll road

Santo Domingo-Barahona 3 hours

The Basics


Beaches & Golf Beaches & Golf

Transport to the Beach

Santo Domingo to the beachHotel taxis or radio-taxi company units will take you there and wait, for a negotiated price. For a cheap ride, check out Parque Enriquillo, the main bus hub for guaguas (buses) going to Boca Chica, Guayacanes and Juan Dolio. Public buses will make stops along the way; just let the driver know.

From the beach to Santo DomingoBuses traveling back to the capital can be boarded along the Autovía del Este in Juan Dolio and Guayacanes and along Duarte Av-enue in Boca Chica. Note: Express buses cost a bit more, are air-conditioned and go directly to their destina-tion. They let people off along the way but do not take on new passengers. Local buses are not air-conditioned and make frequent stops to let people on and off.

Fried Fish, Boca Chica StyleBoca Chica is famous for its fried fish. Fish vendor Rosanna Bautista says it’s the love they add to the recipe that sets fried fish in Boca Chica apart from the seafood served anywhere else on the island.

Just as in all the fish vending-stalls, Bau-tista has her fish on display and ready to go,

seasoned with a mix of salt, garlic and oreg-ano. Once a client asks for a specific fish, she coats it with flour and fries the fish twice so it “takes up a good flavor,” as she explains.

Most of the fish sold in Boca Chica is either Loro (Parrot Fish), Mero (Grouper) or Chillo (Red Snapper).

Fried fish comes as a “servicio” or combo and is accompanied by tostones (fried plan-tains) and aguacate (avocado). Patrons can also add batata frita (fried sweet potato), bol-litos de yuca (cheese-filled cassava), longani-za (pork sausage) or yaniqueques (Johnny Cakes).

JUAN DOLIO

Autovía del Este

Boulevard Juan Dolio

Autovía del Este

BOCA CHICATo:• San Pedro de Macorís• Cueva de las Maravillas• La Romana

Autopista Las Américas

To Santo Domingo

MultimodalCaucedo

(Cargo port)

AeropuertoInternacional

de las Américas(SDQ)

Club Náutico deSanto Domingo

Playa Andrés

Playa Caribe

Playa Boca Chica

GUAYACANES

Los Marlins

Parque Cibernético / ITLA

PlayaGuayacanes

Guavaberry Golfand Country Club

PlayaJuan Dolio

ParqueNacional

SubmarinoLa Caleta

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Caribbean Sea

BOCA CHICA - JUAN DOLIO

KEY

Resort town

Expressway

Road

International Airport

Heliport

Bus station

Marina

Boat Launch

Shipwreck

Park Boundaries

Foot Trail

Casino

Beach

Surfing

Sailing

Diving

Golf

Hotel Area

Restaurants

Gas Station

Tee offCombine beach with golf. Great golf is not

far from Santo Domingo. Juan Dolio features two challenging 18 hole par 72 courses at Metro Country Club’s Los Marlins Golf Course and at the Guavaberry Golf & Country Club’s Gary Player-designed course. Reservations are required for weekend play.

Guavaberry Golf & Country ClubLocation: Juan DolioHoles: 18Yardage: 7,156 Par 72Designer: Gary PlayerContact: guavaberrygolf.com.do809 333-4653

Guavaberry Golf & Country Club is a golf residential community located 30 minutes east of Santo Domingo’s airport near the re-sort town of Juan Dolio. The course design

includes a 15-foot waterfall cascading into a quarry pond and challenging plays around indigenous coral rock formations.

Los Marlins Golf Course

Location: Juan DolioHoles: 18Yardage: 6,396, Par 72Designer: Charles F. AnkromContact: metrocountry.com809 526-1200

Located in Juan Dolio, approximately 30 minutes east of Santo Domingo’s airport, Los Marlins Golf Course is located at the Metro Country Club. Numerous artistic bunkers, lakes and mounds complement the sur-rounding beauty of the Caribbean.


Los Jardines

Los Prados

Julieta

QuisqueyaLos Restauradores

El Millón

SanGerónimo

Paraiso

Piantini

Naco

La Julia

San Juan Bosco

Esperilla

Gazcue

Ciudad Colonial

EnsancheLa Fe

Cristo Rey

Cerros de Arroyo Hondo

Altos de Arroyo Hondo II

Viejo Arroyo Hondo

Gualey

DomingoSavio

EspaillatLuperón

MaríaAuxiliadora

MejoramientoSocial

Mira�ores

VillaConsuelo

San Carlos

Los Mameyes Isabelita

Alma Rosa

OzamaVilla Faro

Mendoza

Los Mina Norte

Los Tres Brazos

Los Mina Sur

Matahambre

HondurasAtala

30 de Mayo

Centro DeLos HéroesEl CaciqueJardines

del Sur

Mirador Sur

Bella VistaMirador

Norte

Los Cacicazgos

Renacimiento

Altos de Arroyo Hondo I

24 de AbrilCapotillo

Simón Bolívar

Villas Agrícolas

Herrera

Buenos Aires

Juan PabloDuarte

Enriquillo

Palma Real

Sabana Perdida

Cancino

La Paz

Villa Juana

Evaristo Morales

Fernández

El Portal

“Pintura” Bellas Artes

Teatro Nacional

Santo DomingoTo Aeropuerto InternacionalLa Isabela

To AeropuertoInternacionalLas Américas

Los 3Ojos

To Haina, SanCristóbal and Baní

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Pedestrian

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Cinema

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Theater

Bar/Nightclub

Hotel

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Airports

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Street

Bridge

Parks/plaza

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Z-1: Polígono Central

Ave. Gustavo Mejía Ricart is at the heart of the Poligono Central, the center for business, dining, shopping and nightlife. There are more than 400 eating and drinking spots in this likewise residential zone.

Z-2: 27 de Febrero &J F Kennedy

“La 27” and “La Kennedy” are dotted with large plazas. These are also the central cross-city expressways, routes that are used for those heading east or north or entering the city.

Z-3: Ciudad Colonial and Duarte

“La Zona,” a UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Site, is a one-stop location for souvenirs, restaurants and nightlife. “La Duarte” is for bargain shopping. It leads into Chinatown for oriental sights and sounds.

Z-5: Venezuela, San Vicente, España

These avenues are home to grassroots merengue, salsa and bachata. On “La Venezuela,” 6 nightclubs are within walking distance. “La San Vicente” and Av. España are for Latin dancing and colmadon open-bar sharing.

Z-4: Gazcue & the Malecón

Tree-lined streets and 19th century homes with verandas. Art galleries, museums and shows at Bellas Artes and Plaza de la Cultura. The emblem-atic Malecón borders the Caribbean and is the city’s main hotel area.

Z-6: Avenida Luperón

“La Luperón” is a new shopping zone in western Santo Domingo. Major stores located there sell brands at reasonable prices. The Ministry of Tourism’s new of�ces are there, too.

“El 9”

Villa FranciscaAv. 27

de Febrero

Av.José Martí

Cachón de La Rubia

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4

7

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9

10

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13

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15

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Joaquín BalaguerJ. Sánchez Ramírez

Hermanas Mirabal

Máximo GómezIsabela Av.

Pedro Livio Cedeño

Peña Battle

Juan PabloDuarte

CasandraDamirón

Centro de Los Héroes(La Feria)

Peña Gómez Metro Stations: Gregrorio U. Gilbert Gregorio Luperón Mamá Tingó

Los Taínos

Juan Bosch

Amín Abelat UASD Univ.

Francisco Caamaño DeñóCorrea y Cidrón atAbraham Lincoln

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Ozama River

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AcuarioNacional

(Aquarium)

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Av. John F. Kennedy

Malecón (Paseo Presidente Billini)

Av. Independencia

Av. M

áxim

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mez

Av. Winston Churchill

Av. Abraham Lincoln

Av. Bolívar

Av.Tiradentes

Av. José Contreras

Av. Rómulo Betancourt

Av.Sarasota

Av. Anacaona

Malecón (Av. George Washington)

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Av. Jac

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Av. John F. Kennedy

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Av. Padre Castellanos (”La 17”)

Av. México

Av. 25 de Febrero

Aut. Las Américas

Av. España

Av. San Vicente de Paul

Av.Mella

Av. Nicolás de Ovando

A v. Pedro L. Cedeño

Av. San Martín

Av. Duarte

Av. L

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Av.Correa y C

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Av.República de Colombia

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Av.Privada

Av. Los Próceres

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Av. Dr. Delgado

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Av.París

Av. México

Av. Estados Un idos

Josefa Brea Av. Teniente

A. García

Aut. San Isidro

Aut. Las Américas

ParqueIndependencia

CementerioNacional

Parque Miradordel Norte

Parque Miradordel Sur

Jardín BotánicoNacional

To “El Cibao” (North)(Santiago, La Vegaand Bonao)

Plaza dela Cultura

Parque Mirador del Este

Parque Litoral del Sur

Isabela River

UASDUniversity

Conservatoriode Música

EstadioQuisqueyaPlaza de

La Salud(CEDIMAT)

ColiseoTeo Cruz

CentroOlímpico

ParqueZoológicoNacional

MarinaBartlomé Colón

Carretera Mella

Av. Charles De Gaulle

Chinatown

FeriaGanadera

Faro a Colón

Av. Charles De Gaulle

DiamondMall

IkeaAmericana

Megacentro

Coral Mall

PlazaNaco

Av. Ecológica Acrópolis

JumboSema

El Canal

BlueMallLa Sirena

Novocentro

Mar Caribe(Caribbean Sea)

Bella VistaMall

Paseo de los Locutores

Charles Sumner

Puerto deSansouci

Entrada deLos Guaricanos

Plaza Central

Cuesta

Isabela River


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Protected Area/Área protegida

Ocean/Sea/River/Lake - Océano/Mar/Río/Lago

International Airport/Aeropuerto internacional

Domestic Airport/Aeropuerto doméstico

Discover the DRThe Dominican Republic is a country of wonders. If you have a few days, rent a car, mark a few points on your map and enjoy the best the DR has to offer. The following are recommendatiosn for some of the best sights and attractions outside of Santo Domingo.

SOUTHWEST

Among the Southwest's best attractions are the Lago Enriquillo, Bahía de las Aguilas, Cabo Rojo and the Polo Magnético. Must sees also include the Hoyo de Pelempito (Park), Salt Mines and the Larimar Mines.

EAST & SOUTHEAST

Enjoy the wonders of the eastern and southeastern part of the DR by visiting Isla Saona, Isla Catalina or the Cuevas de las Maravillas.Take in the sights of Altos de Chavon, the waters of Playa Macao or golf at one of 15 courses.

NORTHEAST & SAMANA

Samaná is an escape of natural beauty. Los Haitises, Playa Rincón or the Salto del Limón should be on the list. Cayo Levantado is worth a trip and whale-watching is for those visiting mid January to end of March.

CENTRAL

The central part of the DR has its wonders, including the mountain towns of Constanza and Jarabacoa (access to the highest peak), and the artistic and cultural centers at Bonao with its Centro Bido and Santiago with its Centro Leon.

NORTH & NORTHWEST

The northern part of the DR has the country's best wind and water sports. Enjoy the Punta Rucia sand bar, take up rounds of golf at Playa Dorada or Playa Grande. Mt Isabela de Torres's botanical garden are a great adventure, Damajagua falls or Ocean World's day and evening shows.

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Playa Cabeza de ToroPlaya Bávaro

Playa El Cortecito

Cap Cana

Playa Uvero Alto

Playa Nisibón

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Playa Los PatosEnriquillo

Oviedo

Laguna de Oviedo

Playa Bahía deLas Aguilas

Aeropuerto deCabo Rojo (CBJ)

Playa Cabo Rojo

Parque NacionalSierra de Bahoruco

Parque NacionalJaragua

Tamayo

VicenteNoble

VillaJaragua

PostrerRio

LaDescubierta

Duvergé

Las Matasde Farfán

San Joséde Ocoa

Sabana Larga

Playa Nizao

Haina

PedroBrand

VillaAltagracia

PiedraBlanca

Maimón

Fantino

Parque NacionalJ. Armando Bermúdez

SALCEDO

VillaTapia

Navarrete

Altamira

Imbert

LagunaSalada

Pepillo Salcedo

Loma deCabrera

Restauración

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Monción

JánicoSan Joséde las Matas

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Parque NacionalLos Haitises

Bayaguana

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Bahía deManzanillo

Pico Duarte

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Playa Palmilla

Isla Catalinita

Parque Nacionaldel Este

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La Mina

Las Cañitas

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Cruce delos Isleños

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El Catey

La Cumbre

Jamao al NorteSonador

Monte Llano

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Ocean World

Damajagua

Villa Elisa

Cayo Arena (Paraíso)Playa Buen

Hombre

Playa Popy

Parque Nacional

Estero Hondo

Playa La Ensenada

Punt

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La Ciénaga

Santo Cerro

LA VEGA

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Los T

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Autopista DuartePayaSombrero

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Playa Las Salinas

Sabana Buey

Laguna Rincón de Cabral

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Cambita Garabito

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SAMANÁ

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Manabao

EAST & SOUTHEASTSOUTHWEST

CENTRAL

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El Factor

BANÍ Playa Najayo

Aeropuerto María Montez (BRX)

San Rafael de Yuma

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Aerop. InternacionalLa Romana (LRM)

Aeropuerto deConstanza (COZ)

Aerop. InternacionalLa Isabela (JBQ)

HaitiAerop.

Arroyo Barril (DAB)

Laguna Redonda

PuertoEscondido

PEDERNALES

SAN CRISTÓBAL

Cuevas del Pomier

SANTO DOMINGO

Polo

Caletón

LA ROMANA

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Reserva CientíficaÉbano Verde

Aeropuerto Internacionaldel Cibao (STI)

Carretera de Samaná

Caribbean Sea

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NORTHEAST

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