City: Dominican Republic
Top Things to do in Dominican Republic
Top Hotels in Dominican Republic
- 1. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana
- 2. Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
- 3. Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana
- 4. Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana
- 5. Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana
- 6. Majestic Elegance Punta Cana
- 7. Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana
- 8. Casa de Campo Resort & Villas
- 9. Majestic Mirage Punta Cana
- 10. Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana
10 National Parks in Dominican Republic That You Shouldn't Miss
Coordinates: 19°00′N 70°40′W / 19.000°N 70.667°W / 19.000; -70.667
Restaurants in Dominican Republic
1. Jose del Carmen Ramirez National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The park that is home to Pico Duarte, the highest Caribbean mountain.
2. Parque Nacional Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno
3. The 3 Eyes National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,449 reviews
A group of interconnected caves near Santo Domingo.
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The "Monumento Natural Cueva Los Tres Ojos", also known as "Parque Nacional Los Tres Ojos", is probably the most visited attraction in Santo Domingo! The caves and lagoons were discovered about a hundred years ago and are really breathtaking! A winding staircase leads visitors to a series of limestone caves. An underground river - "La Brujuela - feeds freshwater to three interconnected lagoons, locally called "eyes" for their eye-oval-shapes. The first one, "Lago de Azufre", is famous for its blue waters (due to the presence of calcium minerals in its composition and not due to sulphurous waters, as initially believed), stalactites and stalagmites. Then comes "Lago La Nevera", named after its cold waters. The third "eye", "Lago Las Damas", the shallowest one, was mostly used by women and children. Years later, a fourth lake was discovered, but unlikely the other "eyes", this one is not underground, but open-air and surrounded by a rocky landscape and lush vegetation. It is called "Lago Los Zaramagullones" after some native ducks, and is the deepest one, with beautiful small fishes swimming on its crystal clear waters. Take your time and visit the park, its caves and lakes. You will never regret! Enjoy!
4. Jaragua National Park
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
This extremely large park has a dry landscape full of cactus and is the home to Lake Enriquillo, several different kinds of exotic birds and four species of sea turtles.
5. Monte Cristi National Park (Parque Nacional Monte Cristi)
6. National Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 554 reviews
Full of flowers and plants native to the island, the gardens offer tram tours of the facilities.
Reviewed By pamgarner15 - Mesa, United States
The Botanical Gardens show off the natural beauty of the Dominican Republic. The architect did a masterful job of designing the grounds. I love the Japanese gardens I also enjoyed the walking tour. This is well worth the 200 pesos or 4 American dollars.
7. Los Haitises National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 931 reviews
Reviewed By yoramb240 - Chiang Mai, Thailand
Serene, peaceful, rich with wildlife. Closest access from the southern coast, the Sabana area, even though the last 8 km are rough unpaved road. No need for a 4×4, just go slowly and carefully. A 90 minute private boat tour costs 1500 pesos, equal to 30 us dollars and is well worth it. It will take you through the canals where sea birds are plenty, then to the charming cave for a short and illuminating cave. Most visitors, however, arrive from across the bay. It takes longer time for the boat and costs more than twice as much. It is worth the effort, time and cost.
8. National Park of the East
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 598 reviews
Reviewed By Glorydays56 - Saco, United States
We recently visited the National Park of the East, while staying at Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus, in Bayahibe, D.R.. My wife and oldest granddaughter and I spent a day snorkeling, swimming and just relaxing in one of the most beautiful locations we have ever visited. Among things we saw were starfish, lots of fish, pristine beaches and beaches that looked like they were straight from the movies, and the may have been. Blue Lagoon, with Brooke Shields was filmed on the island as was some scenes from The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. You almost feel like you are on a deserted tropical Island.
