Colonial Zone: Historical Tour with Chocolate and Mamajuana

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Explore Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone on a guided tour. Visit the Museum of the Royal Houses, the Alcázar de Colón, and the Primate Cathedral of the Americas.

Highlights

  • Step back in time as you explore the historic Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo
  • Discover the stories of the past at the Museum of the Royal Houses
  • Marvel at the Spanish colonial architecture in Plaza España
  • Visit the Alcázar de Colón and experience the grandeur of the colonial era

Description

Begin your adventure in the heart of the Colonial Zone, where the imposing Sundial welcomes you with its mysteries and ancient legends. From here, access the fascinating Museum of the Royal Houses, where the walls speak and objects whisper stories from the colonial era. Continue your tour through the majestic Plaza España, witness to historic encounters and home to the famous statue of Christopher Columbus. As you walk through its cobblestone streets, marvel at the Spanish colonial architecture that still survives at every corner. Next, visit the imposing Alcázar de Colón, the residence of the first governors of the Americas and a true architectural gem. Here, among its halls and courtyards, experience the grandeur and opulence of the colonial era. Continue your exploration with a visit to the Juan Pablo Duarte Wax Museum, where wax figures will transport you to the most important moments in Dominican history, from the fight for independence to significant cultural milestones. Next, stop at the historic Nicolás de Bari Hospital, an institution that has witnessed centuries of care and healing on the island. Here, learn about the evolution of medicine and healthcare in the Dominican Republic. After a well-deserved rest, continue your tour along the picturesque Calle El Conde, one of the oldest and liveliest streets in the city, where you can enjoy the shops, restaurants, and street performers that bring this iconic place to life. Your next stop is the charming Parque Colón, an oasis of tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, where you can relax and admire the statue of the famous explorer who began the history of the Americas. Finally, conclude your tour at the imposing Primate Cathedral of the Americas, an architectural gem that has witnessed centuries of faith and devotion on the island. Here, contemplate its impressive details and reflect on its importance in the region's religious history.

Includes

Guided tour of Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone Visit to the Museum of the Royal Houses Visit to Plaza España Visit to Alcázar de Colón Visit to Juan Pablo Duarte Wax Museum Visit to Nicolás de Bari Hospital Walk along Calle El Conde Visit to Parque Colón Visit to Primate Cathedral of the Americas

Important Information

  • Our guide will be waiting for you at the Sundial, in front of the Museum of the Royal Houses. This is the meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oNHUA6hjGj7smQvq6

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