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Photographic locations in Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic offers diverse photography subjects: white sand beaches, colonial buildings, rainforest waterfalls, and national parks. From Santo Domingo Cathedral to Punta Cana beaches, photographers find subjects for landscape, architecture, and nature images.

Bavaro Beach

Higüey, Dominican Republic

Bavaro Beach

A 2-kilometer coastal strip with white sand and warm water. Palm trees provide shade for beachgoers and sports enthusiasts.

Arena Gorda Beach

La Altagracia, Dominican Republic

Arena Gorda Beach

The 3-kilometer beach offers shallow water with blue coloring. Coconut palms line the entire coastal section.

Santo Domingo Zona Colonial

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo Zona Colonial

The 16th-century urban area contains Spanish colonial architecture, stone streets and the first cathedral in the Americas.

27 Charcos de Damajagua

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

27 Charcos de Damajagua

A system of 27 waterfalls in the mountains. The limestone formations create natural pools with clear water.

Los Haitises National Park

Hato Mayor, Dominican Republic

Los Haitises National Park

The park features dense mangrove forests, limestone caves and jagged rocks rising above the Caribbean Sea.

Saona Island

La Altagracia, Dominican Republic

Saona Island

The island contains white sand beaches, palm forests and clear waters. Coral reefs surround the coastline.

Bahia de Las Aguilas

Pedernales, Dominican Republic

Bahia de Las Aguilas

The bay extends eight kilometers with white sand and turquoise water in Jaragua National Park.

Monte Cristi National Park

Monte Cristi, Dominican Republic

Monte Cristi National Park

The park encompasses desert land, salt marshes and mangroves. El Morro mountain rises 242 meters above sea level.

Cayo Arena

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Cayo Arena

This sandbar extends 200 meters into the ocean. The clear water allows observation of fish and coral formations.

Samana Bay

Samaná, Dominican Republic

Samana Bay

The bay hosts humpback whales from January to March. Palm trees line the coast and mangroves grow in the water.

Cabarete Beach

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Cabarete Beach

The beach provides constant winds for kitesurfing and windsurfing. Restaurants and shops line the boardwalk.

Altos de Chavon

La Romana, Dominican Republic

Altos de Chavon

This replica of a 16th century village was built in 1982. The complex includes an amphitheater that seats 5000 people.

Playa Rincon

Samaná, Dominican Republic

Playa Rincon

This remote beach stretches for 3 kilometers with white sand and clear waters. Palm trees line the shore creating natural shade.

El Limon Waterfall

Samaná, Dominican Republic

El Limon Waterfall

Water falls 40 meters into a natural pool surrounded by tropical forest. The site requires a 30-minute hike to access.

Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor

Built in 1514, this cathedral combines Gothic and Baroque elements. The coral limestone walls and bronze statues mark its historical significance.

Playa Frontón

Samaná, Dominican Republic

Playa Frontón

This beach features coral reefs and clear waters for snorkeling. The limestone cliffs provide a natural barrier and shelter.

Hoyo Azul

La Altagracia, Dominican Republic

Hoyo Azul

This natural water pool inside a limestone cave contains turquoise water and is surrounded by limestone formations.

Isla Catalina

La Romana, Dominican Republic

Isla Catalina

This island features coral reefs, clear water, and sandy beaches. A nature reserve for sea turtles and tropical fish.

Lago Enriquillo

Independencia, Dominican Republic

Lago Enriquillo

The largest lake in the Caribbean lies 40 meters below sea level. The salt water hosts crocodiles and flamingos.

The 3 Eyes National Park

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

The 3 Eyes National Park

A system of three lakes in limestone caves with clear water. The caves are connected by stone paths.

Macao Beach

La Altagracia, Dominican Republic

Macao Beach

The white sand shore with high waves attracts surfers. The public area provides space for swimming and sunbathing.

Fortaleza San Felipe

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Fortaleza San Felipe

The 16th century fortress protected the harbor from pirates. The walls provide views of the Atlantic and the city.

Playa Dorada

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Playa Dorada

The beach with hotels offers water sports and golf courses. The shallow water is suitable for swimming.

Salto de Jimenoa

La Vega, Dominican Republic

Salto de Jimenoa

The 60-meter waterfall drops into a stone basin. The water flows from the mountains of Jarabacoa.

Convento de los Dominicos

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Convento de los Dominicos

This 16th-century monastery houses an art gallery with contemporary exhibitions within its historical vaulted halls.

Playa Cosón

Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic

Playa Cosón

A three-kilometer coastal strip with white sand and coconut palms along the Atlantic coast.

Teleférico de Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Teleférico de Puerto Plata

This cable car transports visitors 793 meters above sea level and provides views of the city and coastline.

Bayahibe Beach

La Romana, Dominican Republic

Bayahibe Beach

A fishing village with wooden boats along the coast, sandy beach and several restaurants serving local cuisine.

National Botanical Garden Dr. Rafael M. Moscoso

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

National Botanical Garden Dr. Rafael M. Moscoso

The 2 square kilometer garden contains over 300 plant species and a research center for tropical botany.

Cave of Wonders

San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic

Cave of Wonders

This limestone cave displays 500 pre-Columbian wall paintings and contains stalactites, stalagmites, and an underground lake.

Alcázar de Colón

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

Alcázar de Colón

Historic colonial palace that was the residence of Christopher Columbus' son, Diego Colon.

Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración

Santiago, Dominican Republic

Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración

This monument commemorates the Dominican War of Restoration heroes.

Las Terrenas Village

Samaná, Dominican Republic

Las Terrenas Village

A coastal settlement with European restaurants, bars and shops. The beaches are lined with palm trees.

Dudú Lagoon

María Trinidad Sánchez, Dominican Republic

Dudú Lagoon

A freshwater lagoon with two caves and a 5-meter jumping platform. The water temperature stays at 25°C year-round.

Ruins of San Francisco

Distrito Nacional, Dominican Republic

Ruins of San Francisco

A 16th-century Franciscan monastery. The walls display colonial architecture from the Spanish rule period.

Playa Bonita

Samaná, Dominican Republic

Playa Bonita

A 2-kilometer beach with white sand. Coconut palms line the coast and provide natural shade.