Title: Malecon in Ciudad Universitaria | Expedia.co.uk [Malecon Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Malecon-Hotels.0-l6227158-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Malecon Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Malecon.d6227158.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ciudad Universitaria Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Universitaria.d553248632296957868.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Malecon ![Malecon which includes a city and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601763/5569cf2d-f7e6-40d3-965d-d48118df7f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Malecon which includes a city and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601763/5569cf2d-f7e6-40d3-965d-d48118df7f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dominican Republic featuring general coastal views, a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601763/0e493e12-b306-40eb-bc81-877f8ffdd7d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Malecon showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601763/b4c81ca5-9732-41d5-b92f-c1b8bee4f08d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Malecon featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601763/6d55bb0c-0e00-40e1-aa89-a3236057d949.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Malecon Activities --- --- #### This palm-fringed waterfront strip is lined with restaurants, happening clubs and five-star hotels. The wide Malecón avenue, also known as Avenida George Washington, runs along the oceanfront for almost half the length of Santo Domingo. Locals come here to exercise and socialize, while tourists come to take photos of the sea views. Take the pulse of the city at this promenade, where the glamorous combination of sun, sea and skyscrapers is reminiscent of Miami’s South Beach. Start walking along the promenade at the east end of the thoroughfare, which begins inside the Zona Colonial at the mouth of the Ozama River. This portion of the Malecón is home to a 328-foot (100-metre) section of the old city walls, which once enclosed the old colonial town. Look out for the imposing San José Fort. Dating back to the 17th century, it is just one of several defensive structures that guarded the old colonial city. A giant statue of Antonio de Montesinos, a 16th-century friar who spoke out against the genocide of the Taíno natives by the Spanish coloniser, also stands here. Notice the flames depicted in his hair, which are said to symbolise his rage against the atrocities. Pass by the Parque Eugenio María de Hosto, where tree-lined walkways surround a central fountain. Check out the prominent El Obelisco, located west of the park. This towering monument was erected in 1936 after the brutal dictator Rafael Trujillo came to power and renamed the capital Ciudad Trujillo. The monument is now a symbol of resistance. Look at the mural covering it. This artwork pays homage to the Mirabal sisters, who were assassinated for their involvement in an anti-Trujillo movement. As you stroll along, pass by buzzing bars, sophisticated restaurants and swanky hotels, stopping for a drink as you please. Try to find a terrace from which to take in views of the sea as the sun sets. Return at night to witness Malecón at its liveliest, when the bars and clubs fill with revellers. Malecón is 8.7 miles (14 kilometres) long. Although vehicles can pass along this thoroughfare, aim to see the area on foot. That way, you’re free to explore at your leisure, pausing to appreciate the views. ## Plan a trip to see Malecon Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11850000/11843800/11843755/97fff55d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only £1,097 per person 13 Apr - 20 Apr found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LGW) to Santo Domingo (SDQ) 8.8/10 Excellent! (624 reviews) Clean, overlooking a beautiful beach. The staff was excellent. Did not give it a higher rating because at times there was nothing to eat. For an all inclusive, this is not the standard. However the food options were good when the buffet was open. Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 ![HERITAGE RESIDENCES STYLE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117331500/117331469/e3587f90_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### HERITAGE RESIDENCES STYLE Zona Colonial Save 100% on your flight £1,946 per person 4 Apr - 10 Apr found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LGW) to Santo Domingo (SDQ) 7.6/10 Good! (16 reviews) For the price I have no complaints with my stay. The staff were awesome. They helped us with every request we had. Graccie House was on a quiet street yet close to anything you could need. A 5 minute walk to the Malecon where we found some excellent restaurants. I would stay here again. Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025 ![Bahia Principe Luxury Bouganville - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6831700/6831633/576f90e5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Bahia Principe Luxury Bouganville - Adults Only - All Inclusive £1,648 per person 13 Apr - 20 Apr found 16 hours ago Return flight included London (LGW) to Santo Domingo (SDQ) 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,770 reviews) The resort has been located in the place with stinging jelly fish problem . It is rare but happens. Water is murky . Very nice beech with tallest palm trees I have ever seen . Resort was fully boked and there are not enough beech lounges for all . When in full , resort might not accommodate you right away in the room what you paid for. This place is loved by people between 50-80 . Has amazingly good food , good drinks . Buffet restaurants are very well organized , looking good too. Yung entertaining crew is working hard to make fun every day. Whole place is also clean , like still in some type of covid regiment. We ate a lot and no stomach problems. Older folks have a lot of fun there. We had too. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Palace of Fine Arts featuring château or palace, art and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6248966/ff479cf4-5bc6-4e27-b584-15a71aacac81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palace of Fine Arts See inspiring dance performances, browse fine arts exhibitions and admire dramatic neoclassical architecture in Santo Domingo’s cultural center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palace-Of-Fine-Arts-Santo-Domingo.d6248966.Attraction) ![Guibia Sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6319010/895bced9-7393-4d8a-a68e-6a36149ded09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guibia Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Guibia Beach during your travels in Santo Domingo? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Guibia-Beach-Santo-Domingo.d6319010.Attraction) ![Plaza de la Cultura which includes a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507550/a4952f0d-e9b1-4920-a31d-d9a8557ad68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza de la Cultura Santo Domingo’s cultural hub, this leafy plaza has a concentrated cluster of museums, as well as the national theater and national library. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-De-La-Cultura-Gascue.d507550.Attraction) ![Centro Olimpico Juan Pablo Duarte surrounded by buildings in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507548/5ab6b4d8-f4ac-40d9-8f03-88b29fcb84f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Centro Olimpico Catch an event at Centro Olimpico during your trip to Santo Domingo. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Centro-Olimpico-Downtown-Santo-Domingo.d507548.Attraction) #### Convention Center Ministry of Foreign Affairs Learn about the events happening in Convention Center Ministry of Foreign Affairs during your trip to Santo Domingo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Convention-Center-Ministry-Of-Foreign-Affairs-Ciudad-Universitaria.d553248623000915980.Attraction) #### Embassy of Spain Embassy of Spain 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. 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