The Dominican Republic is divided into 31 provinces and the national district of Santo Domingo. We will list for you the names of the regions of the Dominican Republic that you may encounter while traveling.
- Asua
- Baoruco
- Barahona
- Dajabon
- Duarte
- Elias Piña
- El Seibo
- Espaillat
- Ato Mayor
- Independencia
- La Altagracia
- La Romana
- La Vega
- Maria Trinidad-Sanchez
- Monsignor Novel
- Monte Cristi
- Monte Plata
- Pedernales
- Peravia
- Puerto Plata
- Hermanas-Mirabal
- Samana
- Sánchez-Ramírez
- San Cristóbal
- San José de Ocoa
- San Juan
- San Pedro de Macoris
- Santiago
- Santiago Rodríguez
- Santo Domingo
- Valverde
Central cities of Dominican regions often match them in name. So when you hear about Monte Plata, San Cristobal, or La Romana, don't be surprised that it could be referring to either the city or the region.
We'll list some of the country's most popular resort destinations for you.
The central regions of the Dominican Republic, such as San Juan, La Vega, Monte Plata, are mostly covered in jungle. There are a lot of places relevant to tourists here.
All of the southern regions of the Dominican Republic have access to the Caribbean Sea:
- Pedernales, including the island of Beata - there's Jaragua National Park.
- Barahona - it's said to have the best beaches in the country, though that's debatable.
- Asua - this area is characterized by mountains. For example, the highest points of the province are Mount Tina (2186 meters) and Mount Busu (1340 meters).
- Peravia - there are interesting mangroves here.
San Cristobal - this region has quite a few places for tourist pilgrimage, such as caves.
Santo Domingo has good beaches and tourist infrastructure, and is also the country's capital.
San Pedro de Macoris - The tall rows of palm trees and white sand beaches of this region attract thousands of tourists.
La Romana - this resort can be recommended for couples who prefer a quiet vacation and for diving enthusiasts.
La Altagracia - magical sunsets, golden beaches, and gentle slopes will delight all lovers of a relaxing vacation.
The northern regions of the Dominican Republic have access to the Atlantic Ocean.
- El Ceibo - here you'll find cacao plantations and interesting jungle walks.
- Ato Major - this region hosts festivals and kayaking competitions.
- Samana - this peninsula is a paradise almost untouched by civilization.
- Maria Trinidad Sanchez - this region boasts luxury hotels and a wonderful tourist infrastructure.
- Espaillat - will delight visitors with wonderful restaurants and hotels.
Puerto Plata - 120 kilometers of wonderful sandy beaches east of the city and several luxury resort towns await visitors to the region.
Monte Cristi is a national park, rocky ridges by the beaches, and of course, all the same luxurious beaches and hotels in the surrounding area.
