First of all, I don’t like the fact that $ paying guests pay $10 for admission, while guests paying with DOP pay around $3. That’s discrimination. Other than that, the caves are amazing—very big and beautiful. The guides are friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. Make sure to wear non-slip shoes if you’re visiting, as the stairs can be quite slippery. The iguanas are kept in a large enclosure, but they seem to fight a lot, which makes me question whether keeping them together for tourists' sake is a good idea. Overall, I can recommend this place.

We've been to a few of the caves around here and this one is really made up for visitors. You can see the sign from the highway easily, and there is plenty of parking (even in shade). For two of us it cost about USD $8 And that includes the guided tour. They take you on a stone walkway through some lovely landscaped gardens (watch out for iguanas) and then down into the cave which is a very large chamber. The path isn't steep and it's relatively smooth and easy to walk. The lights are well timed and there are bags in the holes in the ceiling. One section has Taino petroglyphs and there is one section with a pool. It's not the most impressive cave system I've seen but they've set it up nicely for visitors and it's a good tour. The acoustics are impressive and towards the end of the tour you are taken into one section that literally has marble floors--they used to hold concerts and have weddings there--which kind of blows your mind (what do they do when it rains and floods??) you aren't down too deep but there's a flight of stairs (maybe 50 steps?) to get out. They finish with a tour of the iguana exhibits and there are a lot of them. We liked it and thought it was a good deal for the money, definitely something fun to see.

I see why they call it La Cueva de las Maravillas.... this place truly lives up to its name! The cave is absolutely beautiful, and the history behind it and how it was discovered makes the visit even more fascinating. I definitely need to go back to explore El Laberinto (the maze) and try the Paseo a Caballo (horseback riding). Highly recommended for nature and history lovers!

This attraction is very close to the playa neuva development by Bahia Principle. As I was told that tours cannot be formed during low seasons, we hired a private taxi through our hotel in going there. Please make sure you are paying the driver for the return trip so that he/she waits for you while there. On this day we visited Nov 5, the cave was virtually vacant except ourselves. So, nice photos. This national park is closed on Mondays.

This place is amazing. Not only the caves are marvelous but you can ride horses and go into a built-in in tree maze on sight. Several iguanas which give the place a jungle Caribbean vibe adequate for it's purpose.

​The Cueva de las Maravillas (Cave of Wonders) is a remarkable historical site and a highlight for any nature lover. The journey to the cave is a beautiful trek through a rocky, tropical landscape perfect for spotting iguanas. To enter, you descend a long flight of stairs into the massive and impressive cavern. ​Inside, you'll find incredible Taino pictograms, making it one of the most significant examples of Taino culture. The cave, which is believed to be over one million years old, was a vital part of Taino life, used for protection from hurricanes and as a place for burial rituals. ​While the cave is immense, only about 25% has been uncovered to avoid disturbing the native fauna, including the bats that have long called it home. Initially, locals illegally harvested bat guano from the cave to sell as a powerful fertilizer. ​The tour guide person was excellent, offering a detailed and fascinating look into the history and culture of the Taino people. This tour is highly recommended and an excellent value.

We were added to a 20-25 child school tour. we were unable to keep up especially at end due to health issues and age. Lots of stairs to exit cave and lost group. would love to go again on next trip and actually hear the guide. Beautiful sites and well worth admission.

I love visiting the local rum distilleries everywhere I go. Jiancarlo provided a wonderful tour explaining the rum process and the history of Ron Barceló; from the humble beginnings to the 40th anniversary. Of course, taste testing was involved with a guided process of see, smell, savor to fully enjoy each rum. Thank you Jiancarlo C, for a fantastic tour and an excellent experience. I give you 11 out of 10 stars.

The Imperial experience has gone up in cost but still well worth it (We've done it twice). The guides are very engaging and knowledgeable, and the tasting experience is quite interesting and informative. Price of rums are lower at the shop, but, if possible, make sure to know what you want before hand and price it outside first. There are instances where some local vendors have specials and promos that will bring prices down even lower than the prices at the factory. Regardless, this is definitely an experience to be enjoyed.

This was a great experience. My group paid for the Imperial Tour. Our tour guide was very informative. It was fascinating learning how rum is made, aged and stored, and packaged. We drove from Santo Domingo and it was well worth our time. Our tour lasted just over 2 hours.

Definitely worth visiting or making a trip if you are somewhere in the area. Make a reservation for the Imperial experience with tasting, factory visit and museum. Great experience with our tour guide Sergio, who have shown us his and his branf's passion for rum. Delicious rum tasting with a lot of background information about the whole production process and history of the distillery, its founders and roots. Do not be scared about the security at the entrance, it is a serious business establishment, not only a tourist area.

The Barceló tour is very entertaining and a great opportunity to be able to try their great variety of premium rums. Barceló Rum is one of the finest producers of rum, and its tour guides will explain to you why. I recommend that if you book the tour, you also plan to do something afterward in San Pedro de Macorís as there is little to see at the factory once you complete the tour.

Just want to say the tour was great and we learned a lot. I found it very interesting that they use expired bourbon barrels as I did the bourbon trail a few years ago. Another interesting aspect is that bourbon is aged with the barrels on their sides while rum barrels are on end. Our guide said they have a very big problem with loss due to evaporation over time, so curious if by placing on end it reduces the surface area exposed to the evaporation process. Rum from the factory is CHEAP. if you can get a tour buy all your rum on site. The bottles we got sold for $100+ on the resort, but we're $13-$17 here.

Worth of experience! It was amazing♥️ You need a reservation.

Absolutely stunning old architecture. It's honestly a highlight of my 9 day trip to the Dominican Republic

A beautiful church.

Very very beautiful place. It is gorgeous inside as it is outside. The surrounding area holds it's little hidden gems as well. Inferring of the cathedral is the fresh fish market (la barca) and behind it is Iberia Supermarket and Juan Duarte Park.

Amazing renewed wonderful clean neat and spaceful location with a religious monument open to the whole family , safw during the day i must say and beautiful

It is a Catholic Cathedral, it has has been kept beautifullly, clean and well decorated for the Holidays. You can make a visit from 7am to 7pm. There are daily masses at 7am and 7pm. Please visit correctly dressed.

Best Place for Worship Ever....Reverence and Respect for the Divine Are Staples. If You Really Wants a Moment with Your Superior Being, Come to The Cathedral.

It's beautiful. Great place to take pictures. Aesthetically beautiful.

I spent a night in San Pedro de Macorís and came across this restaurant on the main street. Overall, everything was okay—the service was very friendly, but the quality of the dishes could use some improvement. I assume the place gets busy on weekends after the kitchen closes. A personal recommendation to the owner: the indoor area has a strong cleaning-product smell, reminiscent of a freshly cleaned restroom. While cleanliness is appreciated, a more inviting scent would create a much warmer and more welcoming atmosphere.

Modern and elegant design, friendly atmosphere

(Translated by Google) Good Place, Good atmosphere, you can take good photos, it is better to make your reservation since it is a place where many people go. (Original) Buen Lugar, Buen ambiente, se puede tomar buenas fotos, mejor hacer su reserva ya que es un lugar que van muchas personas.

(Translated by Google) A very cozy place if you want to spend quality time with friends or better yet as a couple. (Original) Un lugar muy acogedor si quieres pasar un tiempo de calidad con amigos o mejor aun en pareja.

(Translated by Google) A cozy atmosphere, good music and good volume make for a pleasant conversation. (Original) Un ambiente acogedor, buena música y buen volumen lo que hace que se pueda tener una conversación amena.

(Translated by Google) This restaurant is the perfect combination of elegance, good atmosphere and excellent gastronomy. Its sophisticated decoration and lighting create a cozy and exclusive atmosphere, ideal for special dinners or business meetings. The food is simply exceptional, with fresh ingredients and carefully prepared dishes that surprise the palate. The service is impeccable, with attentive and professional staff making the experience even more pleasant. Without a doubt, an ideal place to enjoy an unforgettable evening. (Original) Este restaurante es la combinación perfecta de elegancia, buen ambiente y excelente gastronomía. Su decoración sofisticada y su iluminación crean un ambiente acogedor y exclusivo, ideal para cenas especiales o reuniones de negocios. La comida es simplemente excepcional, con ingredientes frescos y platos cuidadosamente elaborados que sorprenden al paladar. El servicio es impecable, con un personal atento y profesional que hace que la experiencia sea aún más placentera. Sin duda, un lugar ideal para disfrutar de una velada inolvidable.