Santo Domingo
Hodelpa Nicolas de Ovando
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- 7 nights
- Toronto (YYZ) Nov 24 – Dec 1
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The Dominican capital's colonial streets, with Caribbean beach resorts at Boca Chica and Juan Dolio to the east.
- Colonial City
- Boca Chica and Juan Dolio beaches
- Merengue and city life
- Fly into Santo Domingo (SDQ)
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About Santo Domingo
Why visit Santo Domingo?
Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic, on the Caribbean coast in the south of the country. Its Colonial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has cobbled streets and stone buildings from the sixteenth century, and beach resorts sit to the east at Boca Chica and Juan Dolio. Packages from Canada fly into Las Américas International Airport (SDQ).
Canadian vacation packages to Santo Domingo combine a return flight and a hotel or resort stay. Several travel sites sell the same properties, so the total for identical dates can differ from one site to the next. TripRadr shows those totals side by side, and you book on the site you prefer.
- Colonial CityCobbled streets, plazas, a cathedral and fortress walls by the river.
- Beaches nearbyCalm water at Boca Chica and quieter resorts at Juan Dolio, east of the city.
- A real capitalRestaurants, museums, the seafront Malecón and merengue at night.
- Easy to reachPackages from Canada fly into Las Américas International Airport.
Best time to visit
When is the best time to visit Santo Domingo?
Santo Domingo is warm all year. The drier season runs roughly from December to April, and the hotter, wetter months bring the Atlantic hurricane season, roughly June to November. Here is what to expect:
December to April
Drier season
Sunny days, lower humidity and the busiest travel season. Good weather for walking the old town.
May to June
Warm and quieter
Hotter days and fewer travellers than in winter. Hurricane season begins in June.
July to August
Hot summer
Hot and humid with passing showers, and summer-holiday travel.
September to November
Wetter months
More rain and the height of hurricane season. Read the change and cancellation terms.
Things to do
Top things to do in Santo Domingo
Walk the Colonial City
Explore the cobbled streets, plazas, cathedral and colonial houses of the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stroll the Malecón
Walk or drive the seafront boulevard, with views of the Caribbean and the city's hotels and parks.
Visit Los Tres Ojos
See the limestone caves and lagoons of this park on the east side of the city.
Spend a day at the beach
Head east to the calm bay at Boca Chica or the beach resorts of Juan Dolio.
Travel tips
Know before you go
Entry requirements
Canadians need a valid passport to visit the Dominican Republic. Check the current entry rules, including any online entry form, before you travel.
Currency
The Dominican peso is the local currency, and cards are accepted at most hotels. Carry some pesos for taxis and small shops.
Travel advice
Check the Government of Canada travel advice for the Dominican Republic before you go, and take normal precautions in the city.
Sun and heat
The sun is strong all year. Pack sunscreen, a hat, light clothing and comfortable shoes for the cobbled streets.
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Frequently asked questions
Santo Domingo travel FAQ
Is Santo Domingo a city or a beach destination?
Both. Santo Domingo is the Dominican capital, with hotels in its Colonial City, and the beach resorts of Boca Chica and Juan Dolio to the east are sold under the same destination.
Which airport do I fly into for Santo Domingo?
Packages from Canada fly into Las Américas International Airport (SDQ), between the city and the beaches. Transfer times depend on whether your hotel is in the city or at Boca Chica or Juan Dolio, so allow extra time at busy hours.
How is Santo Domingo different from Punta Cana?
Santo Domingo is the capital, with history, museums and city life plus beaches nearby. Punta Cana, at the country's eastern tip, is a resort area built around long beaches.
When is the best time to visit Santo Domingo?
The drier season, roughly December to April, has the most settled weather and the most travellers. The hotter, wetter months bring hurricane season, roughly June to November. Demand changes through the year, so compare your own dates.
How long is a typical Santo Domingo vacation package from Canada?
Santo Domingo packages in our data run from 3 to 28 nights, and the trip lengths on offer depend on your departure city. Stays of 7 and 14 nights are offered from the most Canadian airports.
Does TripRadr book my Santo Domingo trip?
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