Caribbean Paradise
Dominican Republic
Caribbean beaches, all-inclusive resorts and vibrant culture define the Dominican Republic.
Highlights & essential info
Top highlights
- Punta Cana pristine beaches
- Santo Domingo colonial zone
- Samaná Peninsula whale watching
- All-inclusive beach resorts
- Merengue and bachata music
- Water sports and diving
Quick facts
- Best time to visit
- Dec to Apr
- Currency
- DOP (Dominican Peso)
- Language
- Spanish
Destination highlights by category
Architecture
- Colonial Buildings
- Churches
- Historic Zones
Shopping
- Markets
- Rum
- Cigars
Entertainment
- Water Sports
- Golf
- Beach Clubs
Culture
- Music and Dance
- Museums
- Local Culture
Perfect for
This destination is ideally suited for the following types of travelers:
Beach Lovers
Resorts and water sports
Families
All-inclusive resorts
Water Sports
Diving and surfing
Relaxation Seekers
Beach paradise
Popular activities & experiences
Discover 10 amazing experiences in Dominican Republic
Altos de Chavón (Casa de Campo, La Romana) — 16th-Century Village Replica: Amphitheater + Art Gallery + St. Stanislaus Church + Archaeological Museum (Access Rules Vary; Museum Hours Official)
from Free
Catalina Island (Isla Catalina, near La Romana) — Snorkeling/Diving Day Trip: White-Sand Beach + Calm Water Swim (Public Beach; Boat Tours Separate)
from Free
Macao Beach (Playa Macao, Punta Cana) — Wide Golden-Sand Public Beach: Surf Swells + Local Fish Spots (Free Public Area)
from Free
Playa Pública Dominicus (Playa Dominicus, Bayahíbe) — Blue-Flag Beach Day: Shallow Turquoise Swim + Reef Snorkel/Dive Right Off Shore (Free Public Area)
from Free
Teleférico Puerto Plata (Mount Isabel de Torres) — CURRENT ACCESS via Safari Trucks (Road Route) Instead of Cable Car Ride (Ticketed On-Site; Timed Ascents/Descents)
from Free
The 3 Eyes National Park (Los Tres Ojos, Santo Domingo) — Limestone Cave Lagoons Walk + 4th Open-Air Lagoon Barge (Protected Area Visit; Tickets via Official Platform)
from Free
Ocean World Adventure Park (Puerto Plata) — Marine Park Day Pass: Dolphin/Sea Lion/Bird Shows + Tropical Reef Snorkel + Water Slides (Ticketed Entry)
from $79
Dolphin Island Park (Bávaro / Punta Cana) — Offshore Sea-Platform Dolphin Encounter + Snorkel with Sharks & Stingrays (Ticketed Programs; Boat Transfer)
from $108
Dolphin Discovery Punta Cana — Dolphin Encounter Program: Handshake/Hug + Platform Interaction (Ticketed; Scheduled Sessions)
from $129
Hoyo Azul (Scape Park, Cap Cana) — Blue Cenote Swim: Jungle Trail Walk + Limestone Sinkhole Lagoon (Ticketed via Scape Park)
from $129
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