Tourist Attractions & Monuments Dominican Republic

A magnificent path marked out by roots and exotic vegetation leads to three crystal-clear lagoons where swimming is permitted. This private site offers an exclusive setting, with very moderate visitor numbers - the entrance ticket acts as a filter. The walk takes around 40 minutes, and including breaks will take between 1h30 and 2h30. Some local travel agencies include entry to the park coupled with a catamaran excursion at around US$140.

This huge artery runs along the Caribbean Sea from the colonial zone to the outskirts of the city for a distance of 15 km. On the plans, it is called Avenida George Washington (and includes the Paseo Presidente Billini south of the colonial zone), but for the Dominicans, it is the Malecón. Two obelisks were erected there during Trujillo's time. The first one called " La Hembra " ("female" because of its two columns) celebrated the repayment of the country's foreign debt; it marks the beginning of the colonial city and the beginning of the walls that once protected the Spanish city. The second obelisk, called " El barón " ("male" because of its single column!), was erected in 1936 and celebrated the first anniversary of the new name of the city, Ciudad Trujillo. It is in the central part of the Malecón, that is to say between the colonial city and Lincoln Avenue, that families and lovers stroll at night. This is the place to go to play kite and enjoy the nightlife of bars, ice cream shops, restaurants, cinemas and discos. Be careful, there are few shady areas, the sun is strong!

It is on the Malecón that the comparsas parade during the carnivals of the capital to the sound of Creole rhythms and African drums in July. Stands are set up all along the sea, orchestras play there every evening, drink counters invade the streets where the crowd never stops dancing and drinking until the early morning.

Although public and very beautiful, Playa del Cortecito is rather narrow and densely populated. Nevertheless, you can enjoy many marine activities and dine at one of the beach restaurants.

This beautiful beach is located between the towns of Bavaro and Uvero Alto. Blond sand, crystal clear water, some local restaurants serving fish and refreshments.

This public beach is perhaps one of the most unknown in the Punta Cana area. Almost spared by the resorts, it is made of white sand on which there is usually no crowd. Ideal to escape for a moment from the hustle and bustle everywhere else. Some bars and restaurants-snacks, souvenir shops and a surf school occasionally open.

A small public beach accessible with your rental car, hotel shuttle or taxi. There is a bar-restaurant, and it is possible to rent kitesurfing and snorkeling equipment. Here too, white sand and turquoise water!

Exclusive, the white Playa Los Corales is surrounded by luxury hotels but remains accessible to all. Rather populated, it does not lack shops, bars, restaurants, service providers to enjoy a wide range of water sports.

A busy and active public beach, surrounded by all kinds of shops, bars, restaurants and equipment rental companies for a wide range of water sports (diving, windsurfing, snorkelling, etc.).

Founded by Eduardo León, the factory has existed since 1903. The industrial group, one of the most important in the country, produces today cigars under the brands La Aurora and León Jimenez, cigarettes for national consumption, and beers. Here you will visit a reconstruction of the workshops, the company having moved to the suburbs of Santiago. The visit is interesting and ends without surprise in the shop where the prices are attractive.

Born in 2004, the Cluster turístico y productivo de la provincia Barahona aims to boost tourism in the southwest region of the Dominican Republic. So much so that over the years, the actors of tourism in the area have gradually begun to collaborate among themselves. The group now offers about thirty quality hotels: about fifteen in Barahona itself, the others on the coast, in Paraiso, Los Patos or Polo. More information on the website of Go Barahona. A source of information not to be neglected to discover the southwestern zone.

Montecristi is the island's first saltworks area, even before Bani and Azua. The rectangular basins that extend out of the town towards the sea are particularly beautiful in the evening, at dusk, when they take on a beautiful pink colour under the last rays of the setting sun. In the early morning, the show is also pretty. Good to know: almost all the salt consumed in the country is produced by evaporation of sea water.

This children's theme park has 8 different attractions, including a fun Ford Boyard ride. The theme: the story of a hero who finds a jewel enabling him to travel to occult worlds. The site is designed for a personalized experience, with the creation of your own digital avatar integrated into a wristband, which follows you to each attraction! 3D and 4D cinema, immersive Disney-style experiences... you name it. Several fast-food outlets and restaurants on site. Too bad the price is so high.

Also known as Eugenio de Jesús Marcano Park, the Botanical Garden of Santiago de los Caballeros is a space entirely dedicated to the preservation of the variety of natural species of the region. It is a real theme park where the most emblematic botanical species of the Cibao Valley are presented in different sections that can be crossed on foot or by bicycle (a bicycle path goes all around the garden). The locals like to come here for a picnic.

Here, we walk along a path in the Cotubanamà National Park between cactus, agave tequileros (those used to make tequila) and local flora. Have you ever bathed in a cave? Well, you will have the opportunity to do it on your way, at the level of the cave called "Chicho" and will be able to admire stalagmites and marine stalactites. Warning: out of respect for the local environment, do not touch anything and avoid spreading sun cream before making a splash! Note that many bats also live in this cave.

Only 50 minutes away from Santo Domingo is the Salto de Socoa (Socoa waterfall), a small natural wonder. To find it, you must take the road that leads to the Parque Nacional Los Haitises and go to the village of Bayaguana. Once you have passed the entrance gate, you will have to follow the flight of steps that leads to the pool and the waterfall. The place is very popular with the locals! The wilderness and rainforest surrounding the waterfall are sensational. Don't forget your bathing suit!

The only vineyard in the country, the OcoaBay opens its doors to visitors who want to learn more about the process of making the very good local wine, but also about the vegetable crops that are specific to the climate of the area. The OcoaBay also has a restaurant that offers quality tapas (cheese and cured ham), which are naturally accompanied by the house wines. Overflowing swimming pool. A unique place. Perfect stopover between the capital and Barahona! We like it.

On the road from Samana to Cabarete/Puerto Plata, we find this spot, ideal to take a break for an hour and enjoy the crystal clear waters at 25°C of the two lagoons connected between them by a 20 meters underground stream (useless to tell you that it is useless to try to make the crossing!). A zip line is on the spot for those who would like a little more sensations! You can also simply jump into the water from one of the points located around the water hole. A real little cool stop!

This shop offers various leather accessories, solid and finely worked. While browsing through the small space, you can choose from bags and purses, wallets, sandals, flip-flops, belts and many other things, the leather object you want for yourself or to give as a gift on your return from holiday. It is possible to ask for a custom-made accessory, but this obviously takes time. To see with the manager. Nevertheless, the choice is quite vast