10 Best Things to Do in Dominican Republic

Explore Dominican Republic through ten selected experiences. Before making plans, check current official travel advice, entry requirements and local access conditions. Numbers indicate editorial list order, not independently scored rankings.

1. Explore Santo Domingo's Colonial City

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2. Walk Los Haitises' mangroves and caves with a guide

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3. Watch humpback whales in Samaná Bay in season

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4. Explore the beaches around Las Terrenas

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5. Hike Pico Duarte with qualified local guides

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6. Discover Puerto Plata's historic centre and waterfront

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7. Visit the cascades of Damajagua with authorised guides

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8. Learn about cacao at a local plantation

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9. Explore the protected coast of Jaragua

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10. Dance merengue and try Dominican home-style cooking

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