Ensanche Independencia
Santo Domingo
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Popular places to visit

Palace of Fine Arts
See inspiring dance performances, browse fine arts exhibitions and admire dramatic neoclassical architecture in Santo Domingo’s cultural center.

Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.

Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.

Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a visit to Calle El Conde. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Colon Lighthouse and Museum
Admire the grandeur of this monument, which memorializes the explorations of Christopher Columbus and the diversity of the New World.
Palacio de Bellas Artes
You can learn about the history of Santo Domingo with a trip to Palacio de Bellas Artes. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour with Buffet Lunch & Drinks

Saona Island: Catamaran/Speedboat Tour to a Dream Beach

Full Day Excursion to Santo Domingo from Bávaro and Punta Cana

SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
Top hotels in Ensanche Independencia

Hotel Riazor
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Stay Here Suites
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Ensanche Independencia

Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Grand Casino Jaragua or Guibia Beach while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.

Ciudad Universitaria
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Ciudad Universitaria. Spend some time visiting top spots like Guibia Beach, and catch the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station to see more of the area.

Ciudad Nueva
Ciudad Nueva might not have many top sights, but Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral while in the area.

Ciudad Colonial
If you're spending some time in Ciudad Colonial, Calle El Conde and Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Ensanche Naco
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ensanche Naco and surrounding area, you can visit Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Acropolis Center.