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Santo Domingo Heritage Tour: Merengue, Bachata, Casabe, Larimar, and Amber

2 hours and 30 minutes
Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Swahili

Description

Begin your journey by discovering the history and evolution of two of the most representative rhythms of the Dominican Republic: bachata and merengue.

Learn about their roots, instruments, and key figures, and pick up some basic steps to feel these Caribbean rhythms.

Continue with an introduction to cassava bread, one of the island's oldest traditional foods. Discover how it is made and enjoy a tasting.

The experience continues with two authentic Dominican treasures: larimar and amber. Learn about their characteristics, their importance to local craftsmanship, and how artisans transform these materials into beautiful pieces.

During the tour, your local guide will share stories, curiosities, and traditions that will help you understand the Dominican Republic from a truly local perspective.

What you will experience:

- Introduction to Dominican bachata

- Introduction to merengue

- History and tasting of cassava bread

- Discovery of Dominican larimar

- Introduction to Dominican amber

- Time for photographs

- Dominican stories and traditions

- Experience with a certified national guide

Guide: Josue

PRO

Guiding since 2026

Welcome to Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the Americas! 😊 I have been a licensed national tour guide since 2011, and I am passionate about my city, its history, its culture, and, above all, about sharing it with people from all around the world. On my tours, I want you to feel more like a friend discovering Santo Domingo with me than a tourist simply following a traditional itinerary. I’ll take you to the must-see places, but I’ll also show you hidden corners, fascinating stories, and little details that often go unnoticed. I love having conversations, recommending authentic places to eat and enjoy, and adapting the tour to what interests you most. My goal is for you to finish the tour with great stories to tell, new experiences to remember, and plenty of excitement to keep exploring the Dominican Republic. 🇩🇴❤️ Come and discover Santo Domingo with me! I promise it won’t be just a tour—it will be an experience you’ll remember.

7 stops

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:Colon ParkWe will meet at Parque Duarte, in front of the Dominicos convent between Billini and Hostos streets. I will be wearing a mustard-colored hat.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Conventual Church of the Dominicans

2

Outside visit

The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema

3

Outside visit

Ladies Street

7 stops

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:Colon ParkWe will meet at Parque Duarte, in front of the Dominicos convent between Billini and Hostos streets. I will be wearing a mustard-colored hat.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Conventual Church of the Dominicans

2

Outside visit

The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema

3

Outside visit

Ladies Street

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and €50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 100 people.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.