Ciudad Colonial Private Tour

Discover the cultural heritage of the Dominican Republic's capital with this Ciudad Colonial Private Tour. Experience the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement.

Tour Details

At your chosen time, we will meet at Museo de las Casas Reales to begin a guided tour of the Ciudad Colonial neighborhood in Santo Domingo. The first stop will be the Cathedral of the First Church in the Americas, known as the Basílica Menor de Santa María de la Encarnación. After admiring its exterior, we will visit the Ozama Fortress, the oldest European bastion on the continent.

The tour will continue along Las Damas Street, where we will see the House of Rodrigo Bastidas and the residences of Nicolás de Ovando and Dávila, examples of the colonial era. Next, we will pass by the National Pantheon and Plaza de España, home to the Alcazar de Colón. We will also visit the ruins of the San Nicolás de Bari Hospital, built in the 16th century.

Following this, we will see the Casa del Cordón and the Our Lady of Altagracia church. The tour will conclude at the Museum of Rum, where we will enjoy a cocktail or juice and learn about Dominican liquor tradition.

Advantages of a Private Tour

When booking a private tour, you will have an English-speaking guide exclusively for you. The tour is available any day of the week, allowing you to choose the time of departure. Additionally, larger groups can benefit from cost savings.