Discover the Colonial Zone, the Lighthouse of Columbus, and Los 3 Ojos National Park.
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Discover the historical richness of the Colonial Zone, the underground magic of Los Tres Ojos National Park, and the imposing Columbus Lighthouse on a unique tour that combines culture, nature, and monuments.
Highlights
- Discover the First City of America.
- Visit the museum dedicated to Christopher Columbus.
- Discover Los 3 Ojos Natural Park and its caves.
- Walk down the first street in America.
- See the first cathedral in the Americas.
Description
On this tour, we will thoroughly explore every iconic spot in the tourist area of Santo Domingo, providing detailed information and taking the time necessary to do so. Santo Domingo de Guzmán is, without a doubt, one of the most captivating cities in the Caribbean and holds the title of being the first city founded in the New World in 1496. This beautiful capital city invites you to discover its attractions, and with our tour, you can do just that. Our itinerary begins with a visit to the 'Los Tres Ojos National Park,' an amazing combination of caves and cenotes characterized by their high mineral content and a beauty that is difficult to express in words.
We will continue our tour at the Faro a Colon, a Dominican monument and museum built in honor of Christopher Columbus, discoverer of the New World. Inside the lighthouse, there are exhibits from different countries around the world. It also has rooms for temporary exhibitions and conference rooms.
Then, we head to the Colonial Zone, the first city in the New World, where the most outstanding and majestic buildings from the colonial era stand. Here you will have the opportunity to explore the First Cathedral of the New World, the Alcázar de Diego Colón, the famous Las Damas street, and other colonial monuments from the 15th century, such as: • Royal Houses Museum. • National Pantheon.
• Columbus Park. • Ozama Fortress • Duarte Museum • Taino Museum Accompanied by an expert tour guide, you will explore the Colonial Zone to admire the most outstanding monuments and architecture. You will learn about the life of the Spanish conquistadors while visiting the Alcázar de Diego Colón, the residence of the Grand Admiral's family.
Includes
Transportation service to each of the excursions. • Entry tickets to each attraction. • Visit to the Colonial Zone. • Visit to the Handicraft Market. • Entrance fees to national monuments and Los Tres Ojos Park. • National tour guide in the Colonial Zone • Water • Mamajuana
Important Information
- Our tour guide will be waiting for you in Plaza España, in front of the statue of Nicolas de Ovando. This is the locationhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/xhgwUfT3Sk3BLAUn7
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund