Excursions in Dominican Republic
During your stay in Santo Domingo for the Archaeology Congress, we invite you to discover beyond the conferences and workshops. Colonial Tours, our local partner agency, offers you an exclusive selection of 12 excursions carefully designed to combine history, culture, nature, and gastronomy.
From the colonial monuments of Santo Domingo's Colonial City to the natural landscapes of paradisiacal beaches, caves, and nature reserves, each experience is designed to help you make the most of your time on the island. You will be able to walk through streets that have witnessed centuries of history, explore archaeological treasures, enjoy authentic Dominican cuisine, and take part in outdoor activities that connect with local traditions and the environment.
Whether you are looking for a cultural tour, a natural adventure, or a gastronomic experience, our excursions allow you to experience the Dominican Republic in a safe, comfortable, and enriching way. Below you will find 12 proposals so you can choose the one that best suits your interests and schedule during the congress.
Excursions from Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is also the most modern and dynamic metropolis in the Caribbean. Experience Dominican culture where the old and the new merge perfectly, from centuries-old architecture and history to large shopping malls, art galleries, a vibrant and interesting nightlife, and an irresistible culinary scene.
1
Santo Domingo Walking Tour
Walk through the historic streets of the Colonial Zone admiring its colorful houses and Spanish-era monuments from La Atarazana to Plaza de España, visiting the Alcázar de Colón, going up Calle Las Damas where you will find the Pantheon, the Museum of the Royal Houses, Ozama Fortress, and then Parque Colón, where the First Cathedral of the Americas is located.
Includes: Round-trip transportation, guide in the required language, and entrance to main monuments. Refreshments on the bus.
Half day
2
City Tour Authentic Products
The Dominican Republic is known for its local products such as cocoa, larimar, amber, and rum. We will visit the Kaw Kow Museum, the Larimar Museum, the Amber World Museum, and the Rum Museum, where you can learn about the production processes and taste these unique products.
Includes: Transportation, guide, and museum entrance fees. Refreshments on the bus.
Half day
3
Botanical Garden with Aquarium
Visit the Botanical Garden where you can see more than 69,000 botanically classified species. Includes the Floral Clock, the Japanese Garden, and the Herbal Garden. Then we visit the impressive National Aquarium with its plexiglass tunnel to observe marine life.
Includes: Round-trip transportation, guide in the required language, and entrance fees. Refreshments on the bus.
Half day
4
Colonial Gate 4D Cinema & Trikke Tour
Multisensory 4D cinema experience about Dominican history. Then discover the streets of Santo Domingo on a 3-wheel electric scooter, visiting all the main landmarks and points of interest.
Includes: Transportation, guide, and entrance fees. Refreshments on the bus.
Half day
5
Typical Dominican Flavors
A gastronomic tour that includes the famous Barra Payán, one of the city’s oldest eateries to enjoy a “Presidente Beer,” Casa Gastronómica Siglo XVII for a true culinary experience, and ending at La Cafetera, an iconic coffee spot since 1932.
Includes: Round-trip transportation, guide in the required language, and food and drink at the visited locations.
Half day
6
Bar Hopping
Salsa, merengue, and bachata in the best bars of the Colonial Zone. We start at SugarCane "The House of Rum," continue to El Sartén for Caribbean music and a bohemian vibe, and finish at Jalao with live music and a tropical atmosphere.
Includes: Transportation, escort, and 1 drink at each bar.
Night
7
Baní Dunes & Ocoa Bay
Journey southwest to the Baní Dunes, a national treasure with towering white sand mountains. We continue to Ocoa Bay, a tourism project with vineyards and wine production, including vineyard tours and tastings.
Includes: Transportation, escort, and optional lunch.
Full day
8
Beach Day
A day at Boca Chica Beach, Santo Domingo’s beach, located just 30 km from the capital. Enjoy the Beach Sporting Club with its beautiful crystal-clear waters, white sand, seafood and fried fish “Boca Chica style” lunch, and paddle boarding.
Includes: Transportation, escort, and lunch.
Full day
9
Bayaguana Countryside Safari
Cultural excursion to the Bayaguana countryside visiting a sugarcane plantation, exploring historic streets, and enjoying a swim in the crystal-clear Salto Alto waterfalls. Includes safari truck transportation and Dominican buffet lunch.
Includes: Transportation, escort, and lunch.
Full day
10
Cave of Wonders & Altos de Chavón
Visit the vast cave system with hundreds of well-preserved Taíno pictographs and petroglyphs. We then continue to Altos de Chavón, a replica of a 16th-century Italian-Spanish village with cobblestone streets and spectacular views of the Chavón River.
Includes: Transportation, guide, entrance fees, and refreshments on the bus.
Half day
11
Catalina Island
Motorized catamaran trip to this Caribbean Sea gem. First stop at one of the Dominican Republic’s most renowned diving sites, then the famous Catalina Beach with open bar of local drinks and a delicious buffet of typical Dominican food.
Includes: Transportation, guide, lunch, and drinks.
Full day
12
Saona Island
Sail through the Caribbean Sea to beautiful Saona Island. Travel by catamaran or speedboat through crystal-clear waters, visit the famous Natural Pool for starfish photos. Enjoy lunch under palm trees, turquoise waters, volleyball, merengue, or simply relax on the paradise beach.
Includes: Transportation, guide, lunch, and drinks.
Full day
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