If you are planning a trip to Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic there are a number of things you should be aware of to ensure your trip goes smoothly. There are two international airports in Santo Domingo. Most flights to Santo Domingo arrive at Las Americas International Airport, the main airport. There are two terminals you may arrive in when landing at this airport, as this is the most common airport for international flights to Santo Domingo. You may book Santo Domingo flights into La Isabela International Airport, closer to the center of the city and more convenient for some travelers. Although Las Americas International Airport is bigger and more popular, there are numerous airlines that fly in and out of both hubs. Airfare to Santo Domingo is readily available, making finding cheap flights to Santo Domingo via either airport relatively easy.

After your Santo Domingo flights arrive, you will need to figure out the ground transportation you will be using. There is an abundance of motorcycle taxis, public buses, and shared taxis that regularly pick up passengers. There are also underground rails in Santo Domingo that are comprised of six different lines. These trains are another popular travel method for travelers, and go through the center of the city, to the northern Isabella River, and even the coast of Santo Domingo.

The museums of Santo Domingo are one of the most popular tourist attractions. Visiting the Colonial Zone, which is a compact area of town, is the easiest way to see some of the best museums and historic sites in Santo Domingo. Some of the more popular museums are the Museum of Modern Art, Museum of Natural History and the Museum of Casa Reales. There are also many parks around Santo Domingo, including the Dr. Rafael Ma, Moscosco National Botanical Gardens and the Dominican Republic National Zoo.

Many tourists also want to experience the shopping, dining and nightlife that Santo Domingo has to offer. There are numerous malls and shopping centers located in Santo Domingo as well as several farmers markets around the city that sell crafts made by local merchants. Many of the restaurants, most notably the El Meson de la Cava, Micahelangelo Restaurant and El Conuco, offer affordable eating options as well as large terraces for patrons to sit outside as they eat local fare and try the local wines. There are many bars and clubs located in Santo Domingo. The Arena is a chain of bars and nightclubs, and many locations can be found around the city.