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1. Altos de Chavón
Store/MallThis replica 16th-century Mediterranean village sits on a bluff overlooking the Río Chavón, on the grounds of Casa de Campo but about 3 miles...
This replica 16th-century Mediterranean village sits on a bluff overlooking the Río Chavón, on the grounds of Casa de Campo but about 3 miles (5 km) east of the main facilities. There are cobblestone streets lined with lanterns, wrought-iron balconies, wooden shutters, courtyards swathed with bougainvillea, and Iglesia St. Stanislaus, the romantic setting for many a Casa de Campo wedding. More than a museum piece, this village is a place where artists live, work, and play. Emilio Robba, a famous European designer, is now directing the art studios. You can visit the ateliers and see the talented artisans making pottery, tapestry, and serigraphic art. The artists sell their finished wares at the Art Studios Boutique. The village also has an amber museum, an archaeological museum, a handful of restaurants, and a number of unique shops. Strolling musicians enliven the rustic ambience of ceramic tiles and cobblestone terrace, but there are now more bars and nightclubs geared to Casa de Campo's guests. Big names, including Elton John, perform at the amphitheater. Christmastime is sheer magic, what with the lights, music concerts, giant Christmas tree, and Santa making a cameo appearance.
View Tours and ActivitiesCasa de Campo, La Romana, La Romana, 22000, Dominican Republic -
2. Amphitheater at Altos de Chavón
Arts/Performance VenueA 5,000-seat, Grecian-style amphitheater features Kandela, a spectacular musical extravaganza showcasing the island's sensuous Afro-Caribbean...
A 5,000-seat, Grecian-style amphitheater features Kandela, a spectacular musical extravaganza showcasing the island's sensuous Afro-Caribbean dance moves, music, and culture (December–April only). The production is continually enhanced by new music and choreography. Concerts and celebrity performances by such singers as Elton John, Julio Iglesias, his son Enrique, Sting, and the Pet Shop Boys share the amphitheater's schedule of events. Show dates vary to coincide with cruise-ship arrivals, usually Sunday and Monday nights. You can combine the show with dinner at one of the village's restaurants.
Casa de Campo, La Romana, La Romana, Dominican Republic809-523–2424-Kandela ticketsSight Details
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3. Catalinita
BeachThis islet is often a stopover on an Isla Saona trip, primarily for its popular dive site, Shark Point. The coral reef here offers excellent...
This islet is often a stopover on an Isla Saona trip, primarily for its popular dive site, Shark Point. The coral reef here offers excellent snorkeling. This is the tail end of Parque Nacional Del Este, and is uninhabited, with none of the touristy infrastructure of Saona. This is more like a deserted island should be. Usually the stop includes a walk through a mangrove forest. The water is transparent.
Approximately 25 mins from Bayahibe by speedboat, Bayahibe, La Altagracia, 22000, Dominican Republic809-931–4073-DominicanShuttle -
4. Cueva de Las Marvillas
CaveCave of the Miracles is one of the island's most incredible cave networks with the requisite stalactites and stalagmites, and hundreds of primitive...
Cave of the Miracles is one of the island's most incredible cave networks with the requisite stalactites and stalagmites, and hundreds of primitive Taíno cave paintings to boot. There are walkways and ramps, a tram, and even an elevator that can accommodate wheelchairs. State-of-the-art lighting utilizes sensors, illuminating the artwork only as you approach. The cave can safely accommodate groups, which is the only way you can visit. If driving between, say, Santo Domingo and La Romana, make a pit stop and the multilingual staff will pair you up with others to form a group for a one-hour guided tour. The semi-arid gardens are well maintained, as are the restrooms, museum, shop, snack bar, and “herd” of oversized iguanas. Tropical Tours runs a trip here out of Casa de Campo (minimum six people); they also make a stopover in the town of La Romana.
Off Las Américas Hwy., Cumayasa, San Pedro de Macorís, 21000, Dominican Republic809-951–9009Sight Details
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5. Dominicus Americus
Neighborhood/StreetNicknamed "Little Italy," this town was developed mostly by Italians, who, it is said, brought tourism here. The main drag, however, is named...
Nicknamed "Little Italy," this town was developed mostly by Italians, who, it is said, brought tourism here. The main drag, however, is named after a pioneering American, Wayne Fuller. In the early 1970s he bought large tracts of waterfront land, which he sold and where the major resorts now flourish. The original houses in Dominicus, built in the 1970s, are painted mostly in Caribbean pastels A more modern wave of both apartments and single-family houses has proliferated. One main street holds most of the shops, and there are a few simple restaurants (some with Wi-Fi), bars, a supermarket, and tour agencies where excursions are sold mostly to Isla Catalina and Isla Saona. Most of the resorts are on Playa Dominicus.
About 5 min east of Bayahibe by car, Bayahibe, La Altagracia, 22000, Dominican Republic -
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6. Isla Saona
BeachOff the east coast of Hispaniola and part of Parque Nacional del Este lies this island, inhabited by sea turtles, pigeons, and other wildlife...
Off the east coast of Hispaniola and part of Parque Nacional del Este lies this island, inhabited by sea turtles, pigeons, and other wildlife. Indigenous people once used the caves here. The beaches are beautiful, and legend has it that Columbus once stopped over. However, the island is not nearly as pristine as one might expect for a national park. Getting here, on catamarans and other excursion boats, is half the fun, but it can be a crowded scene once you arrive. Vendors are allowed to sell to visitors, and there are a number of beach shacks serving lunch and drinks. Most boats traveling here leave out of the beach at Bayahibe Village. Most tourists book through their hotel. Please note that there is little to no refrigeration on the island and the sun is strong, so take caution when dining.
20 mins from Bayahibe harbor by boat, Bayahibe, La Altagracia, 22000, Dominican Republic -
7. Playa Bayahibe
BeachPlaya Bayahibe, where several seafood restaurants are situated, is somewhat thin, with hard-packed taupe sand and no lounge chairs. However...
Playa Bayahibe, where several seafood restaurants are situated, is somewhat thin, with hard-packed taupe sand and no lounge chairs. However, as you move away from the village, a 10-minute walk along the shoreline, you'll reach the glorious, half-moon cove where you'll find the Dreams resort. Although you'll be able to get to the cove and the soft sand, bring a towel (the resort's security won't let you use the facilities). At night, when no one is on the playa and the silver moon illuminates the phosphorescence, it's the stuff that Caribbean dreams are made of. Amenities: food and drink; toilets. Best for: partiers; sunset; swimming; walking; windsurfing.
Starts in the center of town, near the Dreams resort, Bayahibe, La Altagracia, 22000, Dominican Republic -
8. Playa Boca Chica
BeachYou can walk far out into warm, calm, clear waters protected by coral reefs here. On weekends, the strip with the mid-rise resorts is busy,...
You can walk far out into warm, calm, clear waters protected by coral reefs here. On weekends, the strip with the mid-rise resorts is busy, drawing mainly Dominican families and some Europeans. But midweek is better, when the beaches are less crowded. Sadly, on the public beach you will be pestered and hounded by a parade of roving vendors of cheap jewelry, sunglasses, hair braiders, seafood cookers, ice-cream men, and masseuses (who are usually peddling more than a simple beach massage). Young male prostitutes also roam the beach and often hook up with older European and Cuban men. The best section of the public beach is in front of Don Emilio's (the blue hotel), which has a restaurant, bar, decent bathrooms, and parking. Better, go to one of the nicer waterfront restaurants—Boca Marina Restaurant & Lounge, El Pelicano, Neptuno's Club—and skip the public beach altogether. Amenities: food and drink; parking; toilets. Best for: partiers; sunset; swimming; walking.
Autopista Las Américas, 21 miles (34 km) east of Santo Domingo, Boca Chica, Santo Domingo, 21000, Dominican Republic -
9. Playa Dominicus
BeachPlaya Dominicus has clear water, just a very few waves at the entrance, and absolutely no undertow. It's Caribbean idyllic and Blue Flag accredited...
Playa Dominicus has clear water, just a very few waves at the entrance, and absolutely no undertow. It's Caribbean idyllic and Blue Flag accredited. The Iberostar, Viva Wyndhams, and Oasis Canoa resorts all share this beach, and there's a small public section where the locals venture on weekends. The beach has two restaurants and some huts selling souvenirs. Of course, if you are a guest at one of these resorts or buy a guest pass, you will have access to their food outlets, restrooms, and nonmotorized water sports. Amenities: food and drink; showers; toilets; water sports. Best for: partiers; sunrise; sunset; swimming; walking; windsurfing.
La Laguna, La Altagracia, 22000, Dominican Republic -
10. Playa Juan Dolio
BeachThis beach is now glorious, especially in the Villas Del Mar area. Its regeneration, which goes for 2½ miles (4 km), included the relocation...
This beach is now glorious, especially in the Villas Del Mar area. Its regeneration, which goes for 2½ miles (4 km), included the relocation of more than 14 million cubic feet of nearly white sand. It has led to the town's rebirth; the tourism authority's goal is to turn Juan Dolio into a major Caribbean destination—the next South Beach—with condominium projects that demonstrate style and first-class amenities fit for the international tourists, but this vision has not yet been completely realized. The beach rejuvenation continued to the horseshoe-shape public beach in Playa (Old) Juan Dolio. Although the beach has no public facilities, like toilets, nearby restaurants cater to beach-goers. Amenities: food and drink. Best for: partiers; sunrise; sunset; swimming; walking.
Blvd. Playa Juan Dolio, Juan Dolio, San Pedro de Macorís, 21000, Dominican Republic
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