Ciudad Universitaria Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
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Popular places to visit
Malecon
This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit 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.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Convention Center Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Learn about the events happening in Convention Center Ministry of Foreign Affairs during your trip to Santo Domingo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Ciudad Universitaria
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Very clean and nice ocean view
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel Santander SD
Hotel con muy buena ubicación, personal muy amable y atento, muy buena limpieza y un buen desayuno. Lo recomiendo!!!!
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Whatever the new management is. I think is completely crazy. I try to touch a piano in the lobby and 4 security guards show up in about 5 seconds and ask to remove myself from that area like a bomb is going to explode or something like that. Next hour my wife’s friend was in the lobby and my wife ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
W&P Santo Domingo
Rooms are alway clean every morning, parking is right on property
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Barceló Santo Domingo
The hotel is great and the view from the roof is beautiful. Truly an excellent staff. I have been to the hotel 3 times. It is my go to spot.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Breakfast setting was great, staff pleasant and welcoming. Only my high cholesterol did not permit for most of breakfast food offered. I settled for fruit and oatmeal daily.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Universitaria
La Julia
Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Acropolis Center and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto while you're exploring La Julia and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Ensanche Naco
While there might not be top attractions in Ensanche Naco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto and Acropolis Center.
Downtown Santo Domingo
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Downtown Santo Domingo. If sightseeing is on the list, Acropolis Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Juan Ulises Garcia Station to see more of the area.
Gascue
The abundant dining options and seaside views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. 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.
Santo Domingo Financial District
Spend some time visiting places like Blue Mall while getting to know Santo Domingo Financial District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Freddy Beras Goico Station or Pedro Mir Station to see more of the area.
Bella Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.
