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Santo Domingo: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Santo Domingo, officially known as Santo Domingo de Guzmán, is the capital and largest city of the Dominican Republic and the largest metropolitan area in the Caribbean by population.

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Now in the citySanto Domingo+28°CPartly cloudy · sunset 06:06 PMupdated 09:47 AM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map16
Exchange rate$60.67per 1 $DOP — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information about outdoor activities and adventure tourism (‘Safety and security’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
  • crime
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Exercise increased caution in Dominican Republic due to crime. Violent crime is a concern in the Dominican Republic despite more police presence in areas often visited by tourists. Do not display wealth and be wary of meeting individuals from online in secluded locations.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
La Isabela International Airport JBQ15 km from the centre
Las Américas International Airport SDQ24 km from the centre
Samaná El Catey International Airport AZS90 km from the centre

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