Printable maps of Santo Domingo
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Santo Domingo
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Santo Domingo with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Santo Domingo area
This Santo Domingo map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Santo Domingo and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in Dominican Republic
The famous eagerly awaited Dominican Carnival takes the whole month of February. These are endless parades of brightly dressed dancers, incendiary musical performances, crowds of people on the streets. The Carnival culminates on February 27, when the official Dominican Republic Independence Day is celebrated. Every city celebrates the Carnival and Independence Day with its own special color. On this occasion, in Santo Domingo, there is a parade striking in its scale and colorfulness. … Open
Photogallery of Santo Domingo sights
Our guide to Santo Domingo
Festivals and events in Santo Domingo
Other Catholic festivities include Espíritu Santo, which takes place seven weeks after the celebration of Easter. Traditionally, religious processions are held at this time in the surrounding city of the capital of the Dominican Republic, Villa Melya. In mid-September, starting from the 15th, tourists will be able to enjoy another Catholic celebration in honor of the Virgin of Mercy. The place of worship is the … Open 
Active recreation
The arenas of Estadio Olímpico Félix Sánchez and Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal will complement your stay in Dominica’s capital with a spectacular view of major sporting events. It is worth noting that even those who do not consider themselves fans of sports will like it here – the general atmosphere of fun is transmitted to them. The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema is the most popular cinema in Santo Domingo … Open
Advices for travellers
5. Tourists, giving preference to sparing on foods and eating, should focus on small street cafes and Chinese restaurants named pica pollos. These eating houses offer their guests excellent meat dishes and vegetable treats, noodles and a vast choice of refreshing drinks at rather affordable prices. 6. The most profitable rates for intercity and international calls are offered by cell communication. It … Open
Travel guide to Santo Domingo
There are several nice thematic museums in the city, as well. The Sugar Cane and Rum Museum is among them. Its opening was held a little while ago, in 2008. The museum occupies a beautiful building of the 16th century. For the Dominican Republic, rum remains one of the main national drinks. Its production at local plants is still carried out by old recipes. The exposition is devoted to the history of rum production. … Open
Traditions and mentality of Santo Domingo
The festival in Santo Domingo attracts carnival troupes from all the regions of the country. The last day of the Carnival features distribution of awards among best troupes. Another much waited event of the last day of the Carnival is choosing of the King of the Carnival who then leads the final carnival procession. According to historical data the first carnivals in Santo Domingo started as far back as in the 16th … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
The traditional flat cakes may be served and added to the main courses instead of bread. These cakes may be also cooked with various stuffing. An original local fast food treat is considered to be the tostones. These are thin slices of banana fried in boiling oil till getting crispy. Seafood fans will much appreciate fish which is served in local restaurants under various sauces and with original garnishes. One of … Open
