Things To Do
Things to Do Around Santo Domingo
On‑Site at the Hotel You don’t even have to leave the Kimpton to have a good time! • Zola – Italian restaurant with great vibes and delicious food. • El Pozo Cigar Bar • Rooftop Pool & Bar • Breakfast – Included with your stay Zona Colonial (within a 2–15 min walk) This historic area is UNESCO‑listed and the oldest city in the Americas - a must-see while you’re in Santo Domingo. Everything here is just a short stroll from the hotel. Explore & Experience • ZonaBici Bike Tours – Onsite at the hotel, a fun way to see the city. • Museum of Rum – Learn about Dominican rum history. • Calle El Conde – The main pedestrian street for shopping, coffee, and people-watching. • History Tours – Explore forts, plazas, and cobblestone streets. Kid-Friendly Options • KahKow Chocolate Making Class – Fun for all ages. • Trampoline Kids Museum – Despite the name, no trampolines, but lots of hands-on exhibits. • Chu Chu Colonial – Mini tourist train for a quick city overview.
Santo Domingo & Beyond
Want to venture further? • Los Tres Ojos National Park – Unique sinkhole lakes and nature trails. • Golf – Multiple courses near the city. • Boca Chica Beach – About 30 minutes by car for sun, sand, and relaxation.
Our Most Important Recommendations: Food & Drink
Walkable from Kimpton Las Mercedes (5–15 min) Restaurants & Cafés • Falafel Zona Colonial - quick, casual, tasty • Jalao - Lively ambiance & Dominican classics • Pat’e Palo - tourist trap, but great views and great sangria • Time Vegetarian - plant-focused options • Granier - yummy pastries & coffee • Casa Barista - for our serious coffee lovers • Alterno Cafe - cute & cozy coffee shop Bars • Casa del Rum Rooftop Bar - great views & rum based cocktails • Mosquito Social Club - cozy boho spot with a fun vibe • Merengue Club - for lively local music • Knights Bar - knight-themed kitschy bar Short Ride from the Hotel (Uber/taxi recommended) • Laurel - Latin fusion and elevated cuisine (Piantini) • Adrian Tropical - Dominican mofongo and local favorites (near Malecón) • Sara's Kitchen- Indian food
