Santo Domingo Travel Guide

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Orçamento diário
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Facilidade para caminhar
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Plan your arrival in Santo Domingo

Chegada

  • La Isabela International Airport (JBQ) · 13 km awayServes La Isabela
  • Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) · 28 km away

Ligar-se à chegada

  1. Install your Dominican Republic eSIM at home over Wi-Fi: iPhone or Android steps.
  2. When you land at La Isabela International Airport (JBQ), turn on the eSIM line and data roaming for it.
  3. Networks listed on our Dominican Republic plans: Altice (4G).
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Staying connected

  • Cobertura4G/5G · good
  • Wi-Fiwidespread
  • Suggested dataabout 1.5 GB a day · calcule
  • Weak signalSome rural outskirts
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Useful apps

  • TransporteMetro RD
  • Food deliveryDomicilios and UberEats
  • AtraçõesTripAdvisor

Santo Domingo at a glance

Região
Distrito Nacional
População
2,201,941 (2025)
Altitude
14 m above sea level
Junto a
Caribbean Sea and Ozama River
Fuso horário
UTC-04:00
Moeda
Dominican peso (DOP)
Tipos de tomada
A and B
Números de emergência
911
Conduz-se à
right
Língua oficial
Spanish
Indicativo
+1849

Sources: Wikidata e OurAirports open data, checked 29 October 2026.

Manter-se conectado

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Preços em USD

Em todos estes planos

  • Usa Altice
  • Começa quando se liga pela primeira vez, por isso pode instalá-la antes de viajar

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Principais atrações

1
Colonial Zone
Historic area with colonial architecture and museums.
3h Grátis
2
Alcázar de Colón
Museum located in the former palace of Diego Columbus.
1.5h $8

Melhores zonas para ficar

Zona Colonial
Historic area with many attractions and nightlife options.
TuristasVida noturna
Piantini
Modern area with shopping and dining options.
NegóciosFamílias

Custos típicos (USD)

$100
Hotel/noite
$15
Refeição
$3
Transporte
$4
Café
Orçamento diário estimado (USD)
Backpacker: $52 Tourist: $117 Family: $364

* Estimativa com base em custos típicos

Dicas locais

Horas de ponta:7-9am, 5-7pm
Melhor dia:Dias úteis
Costume:Greetings are typically warm; a handshake is common.
Erros comuns
  • Not carrying cash for small purchases
  • Ignoring local traffic rules

Comida e bebida

A não perder:Sancocho, Mangu, Mofongo
Vegetariano:Médio
Água da torneira:Inseguro
El Mesón de la CavaLa Casa de la Cultura

Como se deslocar

Transportes públicos:Bom
Transporte por app:Uber
Facilidade para caminhar:75/100
MetroAutocarro

Clima e tempo

Melhor época para visitar: December, January, February

Mês mais quenteset32°C máxima média
Mês mais friojan21°C mínima média
Mês mais chuvosoago195 mm de chuva
Mês mais secomar54 mm de chuva
Máximas e mínimas diárias médias (°C) Rain (mm)
Valores mensais
MêsMáx. °CMín. °CChuva mm
jan30.021.268
fev30.021.259
mar30.521.754
abr30.922.586
mai31.323.5151
jun31.924.2119
jul32.224.2157
ago32.324.3195
set32.424.1192
out32.023.8177
nov31.322.9148
dez30.621.977

Médias de 1991–2020, não é uma previsão. Fonte: WMO climate normals (Santo Domingo, 6 km from Santo Domingo).

Santo Domingo travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Santo Domingo?

December, January and February are usually the best months to visit Santo Domingo. Average daytime highs range from about 30°C in January to 32°C in September.

How much does a day in Santo Domingo cost?

Plan from about US$52 a day on a backpacker budget to around US$117 for a typical visitor, covering accommodation, meals and local transport (estimates).

How do I get around Santo Domingo?

Public transport includes metro and bus and is rated good. Ride-hailing is available through Uber. Walkability scores 75/100.

Which airport serves Santo Domingo?

The nearest airport with scheduled flights is La Isabela International Airport (JBQ), about 13 km from Santo Domingo. The nearest larger airport is Las Américas International Airport (SDQ), about 28 km away.

Is Santo Domingo safe for tourists?

Overall safety is rated medium. Watch for overcharging taxi fares. Areas generally considered safe include Zona Colonial and Piantini. Check official travel advice before you go.

How do I stay connected in Santo Domingo?

Install a Dominican Republic eSIM before you travel and turn it on when you land at La Isabela International Airport (JBQ). Our Dominican Republic plans list Altice (4G).

Is tap water safe to drink in Santo Domingo?

Tap water is generally considered unsafe.

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