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Stop At: Alcazar de Colon, Plaza de Espana Off Calle Emiliano Tejera at foot of Calle Las Damas, Santo Domingo Dominican Republic

The Alcázar is one of the most relevant spots in the Ciudad Colonial and the first fortified palace in the New World. The residence has been used as a home for the Columbus family of Toledo until approximately 1577. It was declared National Monument in 1870.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional), C/ Las Damas Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo 10210 Dominican Republic

The National Pantheon was built from 1714-1746 by the Spaniard Geronimo Quezada y Garçon and was originally a Jesuit church. Today, the structure stands as a national symbol of the Dominican Republic and serves as the final resting place of the Republic's most honored citizens.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Columbus Lighthouse (Faro A Colon), Av. Ana On the water side of Los Tres Ojos, near the airport in the Sans Souci district, Santo Domingo 11604 Dominican Republic

Is a monument in tribute to Christopher Columbus.The Columbus Lighthouse is a cross-shaped monument made of reinforced concrete. Its dimensions are 680 feet (210 m) by 195 feet (59 m). There are 157 beams of light that emanate towards the sky from the structure and a rotating beam, which can be seen from space.

Stop At: Catedral Primada de America, Calle Arzobispo Merino, Santo Domingo Dominican Republic

The Cathedral of Santo Domingo, better known as Primada de América Cathedral, was declared in 1546 the first cathedral of the New World by the Pope Paul III, at the request of the emperor Charles V. This gorgeous minor basilica is dedicated to Santa María de la Encarnación.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Zona Colonial, Santo Domingo Dominican Republic

Is the historic central neighborhood of Santo Domingo and the oldest permanent European settlement of the Americas. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is an important section of the city due to the high number of landmarks, including Alcázar de Colón, Fortaleza Ozama, Catedral de Santa María la Menor, and others.

Duration: 3 hours

Pass By: Heliport National Palace, Calle Uruguay, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Designed in a restrained neoclassical style by Italian architect Guido D'Alessandro at the behest of Rafael Trujillo, construction started on February 27, 1944 —The centenary of Dominican independence —and was inaugurated on August 16, 1947. Is considered one of the most beautiful buildings built in the Dominican Republic.

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Included

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
Lunch - Buffet lunch
Beverages (water, refreshments & White or red wine during the Buffet)
Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Entry/Admission - Alcazar de Colon
Entry/Admission - National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional)
Entry/Admission - Catedral Primada de America
Entry/Admission - Zona Colonial

Not included

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund

Features

Tourism

90%

Cultural

70%

Sport

25%

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