Lonely Planet Dominican Republic

Lonely Planet Dominican Republic is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.

• Walk the cobblestone streets, past beautifully restored mansions, churches, and forts—many now converted into evocative museums and restaurants—in Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial.
• Boat out to Bahia de Las Aguilas, a stunning 10km-long stretch of postcard-perfect sand nearly hugging Haiti's shores.
• Grab a front-row seat and watch the thousands of humpback whales that congregate off the Peninsula de Samaná to mate and give birth.

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Inside Lonely Planet's Dominican Republic Travel Guide:

• Color maps and images throughout
• Highlights and itineraries to help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
• Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
• Essential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets – eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Cultural insights to give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – arts, baseball, history, music, dance, architecture, cuisine
• Over 40 maps
• Covers Santo Domingo, Punta Cana, Juan Dolio, Santiago, Port-au-Prince (Haiti), Las Terrenas, and more

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Lonely Planet Dominican Republic, our most comprehensive guide to the Dominican Republic, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled.