What to do and see in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic: The Best Places and Tips

October 30, 2017 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Among the best golf destinations in the world, Punta Cana is the very picture of leisure. Several of the courses have been designed by professional golfers, making for the perfect sort of kicked-back challenge that you want on a golfing vacation. The beaches here are simply perfect: calm, warm waters that gently lap at stretches of fine white sand. Thrill yourself with a zip-line adventure, clap along with traditional Dominican music at a cultural performance, or explore the magical lagoons of the Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park.
Restaurants in Punta Cana

1. Bavaro Beach

Bavaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic +91 44 6531 5613
Excellent
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Bavaro Beach

Reviewed By maryke9 - Viljandi County, Estonia

Overcrowded and full of Russians. A lot of different water sport activities. A lot of sellers who want to sell you absolutely everything

2. Juanillo Beach

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Excellent
77%
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4.5 based on 690 reviews

Juanillo Beach

Reviewed By Oriol M

White sand, crystal clear water, coconut trees and a tone of sun. It is hard to arrive if you go by rental, but worth the visit. It is not crowded and there is a bar with hammocks to chill and drink.

3. Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park & Reserve

Ave. Abraham Lincoln No. 960, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic +1 809-959-9221
Excellent
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4.5 based on 794 reviews

Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park & Reserve

The Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park and Reserve is a private protected area owned and operated by the Punta Cana Ecological Foundation. Consisting of lowland subtropical forest, the reserve covers 1,500 acres of land dedicated to conservation, scientific research, and recreation.The Ecological Reserve is a forest reserve with twelve Freshwater lagoons, five of which visitors can swim in. Historians discovered that the Taíno Indians, the pre-Columbian inhabitants of the island, referred to the lagoons as “eyes” because of their distinctive shape. For this reason, the Ecological Park and Reserve was named “Ojos Indígenas” or “Indigenous Eyes.”The Ecological Park consists of numerous exhibits describing the cultural and natural history of the island. Visitors can visit a petting zoo with many domesticated animals common in the Dominican Republic since colonial times, a sugarcane exhibit, an iguana habitat and many other attractions.

Reviewed By newmanshee - Boston, Massachusetts

Segway is really fun. The rest of the trip is fine. Bring mosquito repellent. We have a group of four people and there were one tour guide with three helpers came with us. Private transportation. Fun trip. Worthy the money.
Get your trip from the hotel and pay peso to get the best price. More expensive using dollars.

4. Hoyo Azul

Scape Park, Cap Cana, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic +1 809-469-7484
Excellent
72%
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Hoyo Azul

Located in Scape Park, Cap Cana. After passing an interesting trail where you will find some of the most peculiar flora and fauna in the Caribbean, you will reach this spectacular lagoon at the foot of the 65mt high cliff. These turquoise waters have a depth of 37 meters in its deepest point.

Reviewed By karen2015454 - Ohio

Hoyo Azul was part of the package we booked of Juanillo VIP. It's absolutely breathtaking. Beautiful! It was quite a hike from bus to the cenote, however, for those with trouble walking and steps, which they didn't really tell us ahead of time.

5. Hard Rock Casino Punta Cana

Blvd. Turistico del Este, km 28 | Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic +1 809-731-0001
Excellent
69%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Hard Rock Casino Punta Cana

45,000 Square Feet Of Action That's How We Roll Turn it up with the hottest casino in the Caribbean. Home to the best action in the Dominican Republic, our 45,000-square-foot Casino features legendary play at 40 unique tables and more than 450 of your favorite slots. Go big with the international flavor of our Poker Room. Enjoy the pulsating energy of Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, and Baccarat. Or, find high-limit thrills and top-shelf service at our Salon Privet VIP area with high-limit Baccarat, American Roulette, Blackjack, and so much more.

Reviewed By nicole r

Concert was rad and hotel met all expectations. Rene from public relations was very helpful. Room service was on point, food was pretty good most of the time. Ocean was the perfect temp and water was clear blue. Check it out!!

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