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Practical information : Going out Dominican Republic
Timetable
In the Dominican Republic, discotheques exist and are very popular on weekends, but it's in the music bars that you go out at night. These bars are generally open until 2 or 3 in the morning. There are also a number of specialized live music venues (which are often bars) found more specifically in the capital. Concerts generally start between 7 and 9 pm, depending on the venue, style and day of the week. Discotheques are generally open until 6am.
Budget & Tips
Today, rather than discos, it's trendy bars that sell out late into the night: Jalao, in Colon Square (Santo Domingo), is a good example. Budget-wise, most dance bars are free. However, if a live band is playing, you may be asked to pay an entrance fee of a few hundred pesos. To enter a discotheque, you may be asked to pay up to $2,500, depending on the evening. Some discotheques offer packages including entry, unlimited drinks and transport to and from the hotel, with prices ranging from US$60 to US$105.
To be booked
Generally speaking, you don't need to reserve your place in advance to attend a concert or artistic performance. Just go directly to the site a little in advance and you'll be fine. The same applies to nightclubs.
Night transport
Cabs (in town) and motoconchos (motorcycle cabs) are the only means of night-time transport in the Dominican Republic. In the cities, VTCs are also good options.
Age restrictions
The consumption of alcohol in bars and other drinking establishments is forbidden to minors. Access to discotheques is also forbidden to persons under 18. Accompanied by their parents, minors may be admitted to artistic venues (but never to nightclubs).
What's very local
You'll notice that Dominicans pay particular attention to evening dress. Elegance seems to be the order of the day among all generations, like a code that must be respected. We don't recommend going out at night in shorts and sneakers - you may not be turned away, but it would obviously be considered disrespectful.
Smokers
Smoking is generally permitted in Dominican nightclubs, and when it isn't, a smoking area is usually provided.