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Los Tres Ojos National Park is a unique system of 3 limestone caves with turquoise underground lagoons in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Admission costs around RD$300 (about $5 USD). The park is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM and is located just 15 minutes east of the Colonial Zone.
Hidden beneath the eastern suburbs of Santo Domingo lies one of the Caribbean’s most extraordinary natural wonders: Los Tres Ojos National Park (The Three Eyes National Park). Three ancient limestone sinkholes have filled with crystal-clear lagoons, creating an underground world unlike anything else in the Dominican Republic.
What is Los Tres Ojos?
Los Tres Ojos — “The Three Eyes” — is a network of open-air limestone caves in the Mirador del Este park, just east of Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone. Each cave contains a lagoon: the freshwater cave, the sulfur cave, and the deepest lagoon reached by raft. A fourth lagoon, called “La Cueva de las Aguas,” requires a short raft crossing and is often the highlight of the visit.
Admission Prices and Opening Hours
The park entrance fee is approximately RD$300 per person (around $5 USD / €5). Children under 5 are free. The park is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM. The raft crossing to the deepest lagoon costs an additional RD$50.
How to Get There from Santo Domingo
Los Tres Ojos is located at Parque Mirador del Este, about 9 km (15 minutes by car) east of the Colonial Zone. From the city center, take the A27/Las Americas highway east. The park entrance is clearly signposted. A taxi from the Colonial Zone costs around RD$500 one way. The Santo Domingo Metro (Line 1, eastbound) also stops nearby at “Los Tres Ojos” station.
What to Expect on Your Visit
Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours to explore all three caves and take the raft crossing. The paths are paved and well-maintained, though some areas require descending steep stairs. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. Photography is allowed throughout. The caves are naturally lit by openings in the ceiling, creating dramatic light effects — arrive in the morning for the best photography light.
Book a Guided Tour
For the best experience, consider booking a guided tour that combines Los Tres Ojos with other Santo Domingo highlights. The most popular option pairs the park with a visit to the Colonial Zone and the Columbus Lighthouse (Faro a Colón).
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