“Ciudad Colonial is the historic central neighborhood of Santo Domingo and the oldest permanent European settlement of the Americas. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is also known as Zona Colonial or more colloquially as "La Zona".”

“This mall houses various name brands and stores that will interest you is you are wanting to shop till you drop. The prices are favorable and the IKEA is literally across the street. Avoid going if it is any peak times or rush hour; it will feel like you are never getting out of the traffic jam. $$$$”

“You will enjoy coming to this mall because it houses names brands that are rocognized world wide. To name a few: Rolex, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and other high end fashion stores. This mall is affluent $$$$$$”

“The largest botanical gardens in the Caribbean, the Jardín Botánico Nacional graces the capital city with over 400 acres (two-square kilometers) of nature preserve filled with the island’s native trees, including multiple species of palm, flowers—over 300 species of orchids—and birds, such as the country’s national palm chat. A trolley tour takes you through its multiple exotic corners, the most popular of which is the Japanese garden, with a manicured, lakeside lawn ideal for picnics. Beginner or avid bird watchers can sign up for guided hikes organized by the Hispaniola Ornithological Society.”

“The National Theater of Santo Domingo is very beautiful. They always have theater presentations all over the year.”

“Adrian Tropical restaurant is located ocean front at 15 minutes walking from my residence. where you can enjoy of the Dominican food. El restaurante Adrian Tropical is licated frente al mar, a 15 minutos caminando de mi residencia donde puedes disfutar de la comida Dominicana. ”

“This is the oldest cathedral in the America also known as, the Cathedral Santa Maria La Menor. It was built between 1512 and 1540. ”

“The bar is lit, and the ambiance will help you relax and enjoy your day in the oldest city in the new world. Price is higher than usual, but once you are in the place, you forget everything. $$$$$”

“Cafes with patios look out on this historic plaza that hosts art shows, concerts & other events.”

“this is one of the closest malls to our spot. Here aside from entertainment and movie theatres, you also have groceries store, beauty salon, and others”

“Galeria 360 is one of the main malls in Santo Domingo. It is not walking distance from my residence however you can take the train which take you there in 15 minutes and drop you one corner away. There is a train station two minutes walking from us. ”

“Ciudad Colonial (Spanish for "Colonial City") is the historic central neighborhood of Santo Domingo and the oldest permanent European settlement of the Americas. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is also known as Zona Colonial (Colonial Zone) or more colloquially as "La Zona" (The Zone) . It is an important section of the city due to the high number of landmarks, including Alcázar de Colón, Fortaleza Ozama, Catedral de Santa María la Menor, and others.”

“Cannot visit the DR and not walk the colonial zone. Make sure you take the tour of the Cathedral. ”

“An eight-kilometer park popular with athletes. Walk, jog, rollerblade, and bike along Caribbean Sea views. There are children’s playgrounds, an open-air gym, bicycle or rollerblade rentals, and an artificial lake for boat rides.”