Ensanche Independencia Travel Guide
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.
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.
Top hotels in Ensanche Independencia
Hotel Riazor
I like how great this hotel is and the location right behind the Jaragua and close to Zona Colonial. Tough to beat
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Stay Here Suites
Muy bonito e higiénico
Reviewed on 8 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
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Very clean and nice ocean view
Reviewed on 18 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
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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 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.
Ciudad Universitaria
Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.
Ciudad Nueva
When in Ciudad Nueva, you can plan a visit to Grand Casino Jaragua and Calle El Conde, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Zona Colonial
Zona Colonial is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Calle El Conde or Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral.
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
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.
