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.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Ensanche Independencia
Stay Here Suites
Habitación confortable. Personal atento.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Catalonia Santo Domingo
Had a Great Experience, smooth stay love the pool and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
W&P Santo Domingo
No apply
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Definitely a fine hotel. On this stay I did not like 2 things. I requested sea view and got a view of the back parking lot Also the Ambasador check in took one hour or so. I arrived at the hotel at 1 but was not allowed to check in. Then when I was finally allowed to check in it took forever. finally ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Barceló Santo Domingo
Great hotel with excellent staff
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
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 Ruinas del Hospital San Nicolás de Barí.
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.
