Ensanche Independencia
Santo Domingo
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Popular places to visit
![Palace of Fine Arts showing chateau or palace, art and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/55000/55641-Palace-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/94adc241596aeb478415d3267cd8ebbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes general coastal views and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/116000/116652-Malecon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
![Calle El Conde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1df9f1d569de6a0214a12a0fcf02b97d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Calle Las Damas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1f16035776bfb4b1173918b52ba98be2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4578744/5ce8b2f5-538d-44c8-9dd6-e3827df0b119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Saona Island: Full-Day Boat Tour with Buffet Lunch & Drinks
![Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4548719/93b13ddb-062e-448f-af6c-43f81b16492f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Dominican Republic: 3-Hour Chocolate Lovers Tour
![SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46449856/57e2bd13-f29b-4078-a78d-2ed455be89cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
SAONA ISLAND: Catamaran Boat with Open Bar, Lunch and More..
![Full-Day Santo Domingo Authentic Hood Tour From Punta Cana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46411900/e5b57dbf-259d-4f2c-9e43-989bda8d11bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santo Domingo: The Authentic Dominican Hood Tour
![Fantastic Adventure to Hidden Waterfall and Historical Cave](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47132277/1e10f03f-3f93-4436-bcb6-2f51ebba6b09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Fantastic Adventure to Hidden Waterfall and Historical Cave
Top hotels in Ensanche Independencia
![Hotel Riazor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9247700/9247694/e2190bcb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![Stay Here Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93510000/93506800/93506711/w3212h2549x0y0-4bbf8fc8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Dominican Fiesta Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1440000/1439800/1439712/23b70c7b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![Catalonia Santo Domingo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12950000/12948900/12948837/468492b9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1395/0d45f28f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22498/b31a1bfa_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Ensanche Independencia
![Plaza de la Cultura which includes a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/116000/116863-Plaza-De-La-Cultura-Santa-Domingo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Guibia Beach or Grand Casino Jaragua while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Casandra Damiron Station to get around town.
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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.
![Santo Domingo showing a city, chateau or palace and an administrative buidling](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/50000/50264-Santo-Domingo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
San Carlos
While San Carlos might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Calle El Conde and Quinta Dominica.
![Fort Ozama featuring heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/116000/116840-Fort-Ozama-Fortaleza-Ozama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Calle El Conde and Quinta Dominica while in the area.
![Alcazar de Colon featuring a square or plaza and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/116000/116627-Santo-Domingo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.