Things to Do in Dominican Republic
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Things to Do in Dominican Republic

14 curated spots from Dominican Republic itineraries

Activities & Attractions

7 curated experiences

Colonial Zone Walking Tour
Do
afternoon

Colonial Zone Walking Tour

Alcázar de Colón, Cathedral, **historical sites**; coffee/chocolate tasting.

3h · $30
Faro a Colón
Do
afternoon

Faro a Colón

Columbus lighthouse monument; panoramic views.

1h 30m · $5
Local Shopping Boutiques
Do
evening

Local Shopping Boutiques

**Shopping** for amber jewelry, art; evening return.

1h 30m · $30-100
Malecón Nightlife Stroll
Do
evening

Malecón Nightlife Stroll

**Nightlife** bars and live music along promenade.

2h · $20
Mercado Modelo
Do
evening

Mercado Modelo

**Street markets** for crafts, souvenirs; haggling fun.

1h 30m · $10-50
Transfer to Santo Domingo
Do
morning

Transfer to Santo Domingo

Private 3-hr drive; scenic coastal views.

3h · $200/couple
Tres Ojos Caves
Do
morning

Tres Ojos Caves

**Nature** caves with lakes; short hike, boat ride.

2h · $5

Restaurants & Food

7 local favorites

Adrian Tropical
Eat
afternoon

Adrian Tropical

Rellenos and cold beers; street-food style.

1h · $15-25 per person
Barra 22
Eat
evening

Barra 22

Pescado frito and cocktails.

1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Natura Cafe
Eat
morning

Natura Cafe

Organic smoothies, yaniqueques; ocean views.

45m · $12-20 per person
Park Buffet Lunch
Eat
afternoon

Park Buffet Lunch

Traditional Dominican mangu, plantains, meats included in tour.

1h · Included
Pat'e Palo
Eat
evening

Pat'e Palo

Tapas-style Dominican fusion; romantic ambiance.

1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Street Vendor Mangu
Eat
morning

Street Vendor Mangu

Authentic mashed plantains with salami.

30m · $8-15 per person
Todo Rico Restaurant
Eat
afternoon

Todo Rico Restaurant

Seafood mondongo; local flavors.

1h · $18-28 per person

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