What to see and do in the Dominican Republic?
The Dominican Republic remains one of the most popular tourist destinations. Whether culturally, in terms of sports activities, or recreational activities to discover, this sunny land has many tourist attractions. Ideal for a stay as a couple, with family, or with friends.
What to see in the Dominican Republic?
To dive into Dominican culture, you'll enjoy visiting its capital, Santo Domingo, or cities like Santiago de los Caballeros, Las Terrenas, Jarabacoa, Bayahibe, Juan Dolio, Las Galeras, and the beautiful island of Saona. Santo Domingo is like an open-air museum with its colonial and Western buildings, some dating back to the 16th century. You can even admire an ancient fortress and several historical monuments. Its downtown is vibrant with lively locals adding to the cheerful atmosphere. Santiago de los Caballeros is the country's most important agricultural exchange point; its historic center is as fascinating as the capital's.
For enjoying the pleasures offered by the sea and resort resources, Punta Cana and Puerto Plata are popular gathering points for tourists each year. With white sandy beaches lined with palm trees, tranquil lagoons, and crystal-clear blue seas, the landscapes are simply paradise.
The lush Dominican nature
The Dominican region also includes hectares of tropical forest housing an impressive range of plants and over 80 bird species. The East National Park (El Parque Nacional del Este) is one of the island's most beautiful green areas, where you can admire over 500 floral varieties and nearly as many bird species. The Larimar Coast (named after a beautiful turquoise stone typical of the island) will surprise you with its valleys surrounded by mountains. There are viewpoints like Playa San Rafael, offering stunning views of the homonymous beach. The Dominican Republic is one of the world's best resources for organic cocoa; you can visit plantations (e.g., El Sendero del Cacao in the north of the island) to see all stages of chocolate production.
What to do in the Dominican Republic?
With so many outdoor activities to choose from, this sunny island is a mecca for sports enthusiasts. If you consider yourself one, you'll have plenty to pick from: surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, deep-sea fishing (especially in Cabarete). You can also enjoy golfing and horseback riding. Swimming with dolphins is a unique experience to add to your travel itinerary. At Ocean World, you can discover marine life without diving! Photography enthusiasts will find joy in the Ruta Panoramica or the tranquil Samana Bay. If you're less inclined towards sports, you can take a boat excursion to the Dominican Republic's islands or enjoy the views from hotels on beautiful coconut tree-lined beaches. In the Dominican Republic's cities, locals take pride in introducing you to the best rum and cigars. The Amber Museum is also worth a visit. In the evening, attend a local dance show (merengue, bachata) or take the opportunity to learn the basics. If you prefer a relaxing vacation, indulge in lounging on one of the island's beaches (there are hundreds of kilometers of them...) or take easy hikes in the magnificent national parks with their stunning waterfalls. Don't hesitate to book a flight from France to the Dominican Republic with Frenchbee.
All the flavors of the Dominican Republi
The most famous one is Limon Waterfall. In addition to the carnival of the national holiday which takes place on February 27 (and almost the entire month), you can participate in numerous festivities throughout the year: the carnival of Duarte Day on January 26, the celebration of Columbus Day on October 12, the Bachata dance festival in Sosua in July, and the Merengue festival in Puerto Plata at the end of October. In the Dominican Republic, food is generous and varied, mainly based on seafood and meats (pork, goat, beef, chicken); dishes are almost always served with beans, yucca, rice, and fried plantains. Don't hesitate to taste these local flavors in comedores, typical neighborhood restaurants found in towns. The bandera, a white rice with marinated meat and red beans accompanied by salad and plantain, is a delicious specialty. After this meal, relax by sipping local rum (Mamajuana) or smoking a Dominican cigar like Romeo y Julieta and Montecristo, considered by connoisseurs to be among the best in the world.
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