El Portal Travel Guide
Santo Domingo
Popular places to visit
Malecon
Malecon is just one of the places to see in Santo Domingo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Boca Chica Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boca Chica Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Calle El Conde
You can find out about the history of Santo Domingo when you stop by Calle El Conde. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Colon Lighthouse and Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Colon Lighthouse and Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santo Domingo Este. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral
Find out about the history of Santo Domingo with a stop at Santa Maria la Menor Cathedral. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Calle Las Damas
During your trip to Santo Domingo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Calle Las Damas. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in El Portal
Catalonia Santo Domingo
The room was excellent.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
W&P Santo Domingo
Overall very good
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Dominican Fiesta Hotel
All the services in general were excellent, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were super comfortable, this was my third time and I will choose it again
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
El Embajador, a Royal Hideaway Hotel
Best hotel in Santo Domingo
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Barceló Santo Domingo
Room was clean and the staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Gran Hotel Europa Santo Domingo, Trademark by Wyndham
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Portal
Bella Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Bella Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Bella Vista Mall.
Mirador Sur
While Mirador Sur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bella Vista Mall and Plaza de la Bandera.
Evaristo Morales
While there might not be top attractions in Evaristo Morales, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Acropolis Center and Blue Mall.
La Julia
Well liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Acropolis Center and Palacio de los Deportes Virgilio Travieso Soto while you're exploring La Julia and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Ciudad Universitaria
Travellers choose Ciudad Universitaria for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Amin Abel Station or Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Station and check out top sights like Guibia Beach.
Los Cacicazgos
While Los Cacicazgos isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de la Bandera and Santo Domingo Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
