Punta Cana: Santo Domingo Full-Day Tour with Buffet Lunch

Discover the oldest city in the Caribbean on a full-day tour from Punta Cana. Visit the Primate Cathedral of America, the Colón Lighthouse, and the Plaza de España.
Contemplate the heritage of one of the oldest cities in the Caribbean and follow in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus with this excursion to Santo Domingo. Visit the spectacular grotto of Los Tres Ojos, walk around the Colón lighthouse, and see the National Pantheon.

Start your day with a hotel pickup in Punta Cana and make your way to Santo Domingo. First, visit the spectacular grotto of Los Tres Ojos to see the famous freshwater lakes and its spectacular cave. Then, walk around the Colón lighthouse, where it is said that the remains of the navigator are found.

The next stop will be outside the Presidential Palace. Observe the facade of this neoclassical architectural ensemble of great size and continue the visit touring the historic center of the city. Enter the temple of Santa María de La Encarnación, the Primate Cathedral of America and the oldest on the continent, to know the secrets it hides.

Travel to the past as you walk along Calle de las Damas, where you will see the first stone house that was built in the new world. Visit the National Pantheon inside where the remains of illustrious historical figures of the Dominican Republic rest.

Continue walking through the Plaza de España to see its beautiful terraces, from which you can see an impressive view of the Ozama River. On this esplanade rises the famous Alcázar de Colón, the former residence of the admiral. You will not stop taking pictures while you visit its interior.

Visit a souvenir shop and get to know the semi-precious stone Larimar. The perfect place to acquire a beautiful Caribbean souvenir. Next, leave you free time so you can have a coffee, walk along Calle El Conde, or enjoy this beautiful environment full of squares and historic buildings.

Then, regain strength with a delicious buffet lunch in which there will be typical dishes such as rice, meat stews, and beans. With renewed energies, head towards the boardwalk to end the tour with a beautiful view of the Caribbean Sea from the capital. Finally, conclude by taking you back to your hotel.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.