The Top 50

Cities in Dominican Republic

The most important cities in Dominican Republic at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.

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Uvero Alto
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Uvero Alto

Uvero Alto is a laid-back coastal village in northern Punta Cana, appreciated for its wilder beaches, luxury boutique hotels, and peaceful atmosphere.

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Bayahibe
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Bayahibe

Bayahibe is a picturesque fishing village on the Caribbean Sea, famous as the starting point for excursions to Saona Island and for excellent scuba d…

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Dominicus
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Dominicus

Dominicus is a tranquil beach destination on the southeast coast, famous for its pristine white sands and the first Blue Flag beach in the Caribbean.

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Bávaro
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Bávaro

Bávaro is the vibrant heart of the Punta Cana region, famous for its miles of white sandy beaches and luxurious all-inclusive resorts.

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Cabarete
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Cabarete

Known as the adventure sports capital of the Caribbean, Cabarete offers world-class kitesurfing, windsurfing, and a vibrant nightlife.

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Saona Island
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Saona Island

A tropical paradise and protected nature reserve, famous for its untouched beaches and shallow natural pools with abundant starfish.

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Sosúa
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Sosúa

A crescent-shaped bay on the northern coast known for excellent snorkeling, rich history, and lively nightlife.

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Juan Dolio
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Juan Dolio

A cosmopolitan beach town near Santo Domingo, offering a relaxed atmosphere, beautiful beaches, and excellent dining.

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Lake Enriquillo
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Lake Enriquillo

The largest lake and lowest elevation point in the Caribbean, known for its hypersaline waters and American crocodiles.

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Sosúa-Cabarete coast Playa Grande
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Sosúa-Cabarete coast Playa Grande

An exhilarating stretch of the northern coast, renowned globally for kite surfing, vibrant nightlife, and expansive beaches.

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Miches
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Miches

An emerging eco-tourism destination known for its pristine beaches, lush mountains, and Laguna Redonda.

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El Factor
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El Factor

A municipality in María Trinidad Sánchez province, dedicated to rice cultivation.

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Santa Cruz de El Seibo
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Santa Cruz de El Seibo

One of the oldest cities in the country with a long tradition of bullfighting.

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Moca
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Moca

Known as 'La Villa Heroica' for its role in Dominican history.

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Las Terrenas
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Las Terrenas

A former fishing village that has become a cosmopolitan tourist center.

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Boca Chica
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Boca Chica

A popular beach town near Santo Domingo with a large coral reef.

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Esperanza
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Esperanza

A city in the northwest known for its agriculture, especially bananas.

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Arenoso
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Arenoso

A municipality in Duarte province, known for its extensive rice fields.

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San Francisco de Macorís
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San Francisco de Macorís

An important city in the Cibao Valley, a center for agriculture and commerce.

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Sabana de la Mar
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Sabana de la Mar

A port town on the Bay of Samaná, gateway to Los Haitises National Park.

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San Pedro de Macorís
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San Pedro de Macorís

Known as 'The Sultana of the East' and the cradle of many baseball players.

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Pueblo Viejo
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Pueblo Viejo

A municipality in Azua, site of one of the world's largest gold mines.

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Imbert
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Imbert

A town in Puerto Plata province, known for the Damajagua waterfalls.

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Guayubín
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Guayubín

A municipality in Monte Cristi province, known for cattle ranching.

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Monción
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Monción

A municipality in Santiago Rodríguez province, known for its dam.

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Altamira
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Altamira

A municipality in Puerto Plata province, known for its lush nature.

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Villa González
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Villa González

A municipality in Santiago province, known for tobacco and cigars.

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San Cristóbal
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San Cristóbal

A historically significant city, birthplace of the dictator Trujillo.

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El Valle
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El Valle

A small town in a valley, surrounded by mountains of the Cordillera Oriental.

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Estebanía
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Estebanía

A small municipality in Azua province, known for its agriculture.

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Palenque
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Palenque

A coastal town in San Cristóbal province, known for its beaches.

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Las Matas de Santa Cruz
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Las Matas de Santa Cruz

A municipality in Monte Cristi province, dedicated to agriculture.

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Luperón
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Luperón

A coastal town with a large, protected bay, popular with sailors.

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Tábara Arriba
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Tábara Arriba

A municipality in Azua province with a strong agricultural focus.

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Cabrera
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Cabrera

A picturesque coastal town on the north coast, known for its cliffs.

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Azua de Compostela
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Azua de Compostela

One of the oldest cities in the country, founded by Diego Velázquez.

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Castañuelas
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Castañuelas

A municipality in Monte Cristi province, surrounded by rice fields.

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Cotuí
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Cotuí

One of the oldest cities in the Americas, known for its gold mines.

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Villa Vásquez
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Villa Vásquez

A town in Monte Cristi province, known for banana plantations.

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Neiba
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Neiba

A city in the Hoya de Enriquillo valley, known for viticulture.

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Pedernales
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Pedernales

A border town in the extreme southwest, near pristine beaches.

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San José de Ocoa
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San José de Ocoa

A mountain town known for its cool climate and agriculture.

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Jánico
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Jánico

One of the oldest municipalities in the mountains of Santiago province.

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Santo Domingo
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Santo Domingo

The capital and one of the oldest European settlements in the Americas.

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Los Ríos
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Los Ríos

A municipality in Baoruco province, at the foot of the Sierra de Neiba.

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Barahona
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Barahona

A coastal city in the southwest, known as 'The Pearl of the South'.

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Cevicos
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Cevicos

A municipality in Sánchez Ramírez province, surrounded by hills.

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San Ignacio de Sabaneta
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San Ignacio de Sabaneta

Capital of the Santiago Rodríguez province in the northwest region.

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Puerto Plata
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Puerto Plata

Northern coastal city with Victorian architecture and a fortress.

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Guayabal
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Guayabal

A municipality in Independencia province, surrounded by mountains.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the largest cities in Dominican Republic?

This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.

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