Dominican Republic · Santo Domingo
Zona Colonial
Discoveries in Zona Colonial
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Pat'e Palo
Upscale, overlooking Plaza de España. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Coconut shrimp curry, pesto pasta, tiramisu.
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Buche
A glasshouse-like room surrounded by plants. Mofongo, garlic shrimp, an interesting honey dessert, creative drinks.
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Casa Barista
A cute café for a morning stop in Zona Colonial. The hot chocolate was a standout.
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Casa Fratelli
Italian and Mediterranean. We particularly enjoyed the pizza and the chicken shawarma.
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Kimpton Las Mercedes
A memorable stay that puts you right inside the old city’s streets.
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Zona Colonial
A lively historic neighborhood with beautiful streets, architecture, cafés, shops, and nightlife.
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KahKow Experience
An enjoyable 30–40-minute chocolate-making experience near Fortaleza Ozama, with tasting.
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Ruinas de San Francisco
Particularly memorable for its local atmosphere.
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Museum of Rum Dominican Republic
An evening stop in the colonial quarter.
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Parada 77
A Zona Colonial bar worth a visit.
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Galleria Bolos
One of the shops discovered in Zona Colonial. Specific product recommendations have not been published yet.
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Larimar Boutique & Souvenirs
One of the shops discovered in Zona Colonial. Specific product recommendations have not been published yet.
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La Alpargatería
One of the shops discovered in Zona Colonial. Specific product recommendations have not been published yet.
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Mercado
Useful for souvenirs at lower prices than some Zona Colonial shops.
Guides & collections
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Three Days in Santo Domingo
From the lively streets of Zona Colonial to underground lakes, independent shops, memorable restaurants, and a relaxing beach escape, Santo Domingo offers more than you might expect.
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The Shops We Discovered in Zona Colonial
Independent boutiques, larimar, espadrilles and a market worth comparing. A collection of the shops from our Santo Domingo notes.
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