Discover Los Tres Ojos National Park, Santo Domingo’s hidden gem. Explore mystical limestone caves, stunning turquoise lagoons, and ancient wonders in a breathtaking natural setting.
Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers!
Explore Santo Domingo’s history with its charming colonial architecture, and landmarks like the Catedral .
A full Day in Santo Domingo on two wheels! Rent a bike and enjoy a ride through the streets of the Old Town.
A day trip from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo. Experience the culture of the Dominican Republic’s capital.

Los Tres Ojos National Park, one of Santo Domingo’s most distinctive natural attractions, is an open-air limestone cave featuring three stunning lakes, aptly named “The Three Eyes.”
Encircled by an intricate network of stalagmites and stalactites, the park offers a mesmerizing, otherworldly experience for visitors.
The best way to experience Los Tres Ojos National Park is by combining it with other historic sites in Santo Domingo:
The entrance fee to Los Tres Ojos National Park is currently 200 DOP for foreign visitors and 100 DOP for Dominican citizens.
For a complete experience, you can book a combined Santo Domingo city tour that includes a visit to Los Tres Ojos, a guided walk through the Colonial Zone, photo stops at the Columbus Lighthouse, and time to enjoy the caves and turquoise lagoons, with tour packages starting from $45 USD.
The park is located inside Parque Mirador del Este on the city’s east side. You can get there by:
The park features three impressive underground lakes surrounded by limestone caves:
Additionally, you can see Los Zaramagullones, a stunning open-air lagoon nearby.
Visit between November and March for cooler weather. For the best lighting and fewer crowds:
Recommended essentials:
Make it a full day by adding Museum of Modern Art or Rum & Sugar Cane Museum to your itinerary.
QUICK ANSWER Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is located 30 km east of Santo Domingo city centre. Official taxis cost $35–$45 USD. Pre-booked private transfers start at $30 USD with meet-and-greet. The drive takes 35–40 minutes in normal traffic, up…
QUICK ANSWER The best snorkeling near Santo Domingo is at Dunes Beach (Playa Las Dunas) in Boca Chica, 45 minutes east of the city. Water visibility reaches 8–10 metres and entry costs around $5 USD. Organised snorkeling tours from Santo…
QUICK ANSWER The Tabernacle Waterfall near Santo Domingo is a moderate 2–3 hour round-trip hike ending at a multi-tier waterfall with a natural swimming pool. It is approximately 45 minutes west of the city near Manoguayabo. Entry costs $3–$5 USD…
QUICK ANSWER A Saona Island day trip from Santo Domingo takes approximately 3 hours each way — 2 hours by bus to Bayahibe, then 45 minutes by speedboat. The trip costs $110–$150 USD per person including transport, boat, lunch, and…
QUICK ANSWER In 24 hours in Santo Domingo, the optimal itinerary is: morning at Los Tres Ojos (8:00–10:00 AM), late morning in the Colonial Zone (10:30 AM–1:00 PM), lunch at a Colonial Zone restaurant, afternoon at Faro a Colón (2:30–4:00…
QUICK ANSWER Faro a Colón (Columbus Lighthouse) is a cross-shaped monument and mausoleum in eastern Santo Domingo. Entry costs 200 DOP (≈$3.50 USD). It opens Tuesday–Sunday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. The lighthouse is 5 km from Los Tres Ojos and is…
QUICK ANSWER The Zona Colonial of Santo Domingo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering 1 km² of cobblestone streets, 16th-century cathedrals, and colonial palaces. It was founded in 1496 — making it the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in…
QUICK ANSWER The Columbus Lighthouse (Faro a Colón) in Santo Domingo is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm. Entrance costs 200 DOP for foreign visitors. The mausoleum houses the remains of Christopher Columbus and features a massive cross-shaped…
QUICK ANSWER Plan your visit to Excursion to Three Eyes Park and Colón Lighthouse in Santo Domingo in Santo Domingo. Check current opening hours and ticket prices before you go, as these can vary seasonally. Most Colonial Zone sites are…
QUICK ANSWER The Santo Domingo Walking Food Tour combines beer, coffee, and colonial history in a single 3-hour walk through the Colonial Zone and Villa Francisca. Tours cost $49–$65 USD per person and include 6–8 tastings of Dominican food and…