Ciudad Colonial Private Tour

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

Tour Details

You will meet at Museo de las Casas Reales at your chosen time for a guided tour of the Ciudad Colonial neighborhood in Santo Domingo. The first stop is the Cathedral of the First Church in the Americas, known as the Basílica Menor de Santa María de la Encarnación. Following this, visit the Ozama Fortress, the oldest European bastion on the continent.

The tour will proceed along Las Damas Street, where you will see the House of Rodrigo Bastidas and the historic residences of Nicolás de Ovando and Dávila, reflecting the colonial era. Next, visit the National Pantheon and the Plaza de España, home to the Alcazar de Colón. You will also view the ruins of the San Nicolás de Bari Hospital, established in the 16th century.

Subsequently, visit the Casa del Cordón and the Our Lady of Altagracia church. The tour concludes at the Museum of Rum with a cocktail or juice, where you will learn about Dominican liquor tradition.

Why Book a Private Tour?

Booking a private tour provides an exclusive English-speaking guide. Tours can be booked any day of the week at your preferred time. Large groups can also benefit from cost savings.