Head to the lively city of Santo Domingo
Enjoy the area's live music, museums and history with a rental holiday home in Santo Domingo. This relaxing city is known for its cafes, beaches and shopping. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in Santo Domingo
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Santo Domingo a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Agua Splash Caribe Parque Acuatico (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Agua Splash Caribe Aquatic Park (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- National Aquarium (3 mi / 4.9 km)
- Nautical Club of Santo Domingo (17.9 mi / 28.8 km)
- National Zoological Park (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Santo Domingo Country Club (6.7 mi / 10.9 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Santo Domingo
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Santo Domingo. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Guibia Beach (1.3 mi / 2.2 km)
- Los Tres Ojos (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- Parque Mirador Del Sur (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
- National Botanical Garden (3.9 mi / 6.2 km)
- La Caleta Park (14.1 mi / 22.8 km)
- Boca Chica Beach (18.7 mi / 30 km)
Seasonal weather averages in Santo Domingo
If you're planning a holiday around warm-weather activities, September, August, July and October are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 27°C.
How to get to and around Santo Domingo
The nearest airport is in Santo Domingo (JBQ-La Isabela Intl.), located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.), which is 14.9 mi (23.9 km) away.
You can see more of Santo Domingo by catching a ride on the metro at Coronel Rafael Tomas Fernandez Station, Mauricio Baez Station or Casandra Damiron Station.