Santo Domingo , the Dominican Republic 's capital , was the New World 's first city . Its 16th - century buildings , colonial architecture , romantic ruins and Dominican Republic squares . Cheap , comfortable buses connect to the city from beach areas .
Santo Domingo , the Dominican Republic 's capital , was the New World 's first city . Explore 16th-century buildings , colonial streets , romantic ruins and Dominican city life . Cheap , comfortable buses connect to the city from beach areas .