Dominican Republic · Latin America & Caribbean
Santo Domingo
Photo: Jose Juan C · Public domain
The oldest European city in the Americas, a colonial zone of cathedrals and cobblestones predating anything built farther north, and a malecon promenade where the whole city turns out at sunset.
The best time to visit Santo Domingo is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (83°F).
Best time to go
Dec–Apr
Budget on the ground
$ · budget-friendly
Nearest airport
SDQ
Good for
old stones and real towns
sunshine and salt water
an unhurried pace
eating extremely well
In season
Typical daytime highs
Mar–May28°C83°F
Jun–Aug30°C87°F
Sep–Nov30°C86°F
Dec–Feb28°C83°F
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