Explore the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo. This free tour will allow you to discover iconic sites such as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Incarnation, the ruins of San Francisco, and many more. Itinerary: Meet at the Museum of the Royal Houses at the time of your choice for the start of this free exploration of the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo. Are you ready to dive into the fascinating history of the Dominican capital? Let's go! After leaving Plaza de España, your path will lead you to the ruins of San Francisco. Did you know that this place marked the site of a wooden monastery? Following destructions over the years, it was rebuilt in stone, but the structure eventually gave way to damage caused by the Haitian regime. You will continue your journey through the oldest part of the city, where you will discover the ruins of the San Nicolás de Bari hospital, the very first hospital established on the American continent. Amazing, isn't it? The tour will also take you to the Dominican Convent, the first Catholic building in the New World. Subsequently, you will pass in front of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Incarnation, remarkable for its architectural styles combining Gothic, Mudéjar, Renaissance, and Plateresque. To conclude, you will walk next to the Palacio Consistorial (City Hall) before reaching Colón Park, where this tour will end after an hour of visit. Groups: This free tour does not accept reservations for groups of more than 6 people.
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1 hr
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🇫🇷 French
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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
