Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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DANGERS & ANNOYANCES
Pick-pocketing, especially on buses or in clubs, is the main concern for visitors to Santo
Domingo. Being alert to the people around you and being careful with your wallet or
purse (or even leaving them in the safety deposit box back at the hotel) is the best defense.
Muggings are less common, especially of tourists, but they do happen occasionally. The
Zona Colonial is generally very safe to walk around, day or night. The Malecón is safe as
well, but be extra cautious if you've been drinking or you're leaving a club or casino espe-
cially late. Gazcue is a mellow residential area, but street lights are few and far between.
If you're unsure of the neighborhood, play it safe and call or hail a taxi.
EMERGENCY
Policia Nacional
( 809-682-2000)
Or dial 911 for police, fire department and Red Cross.
Politur
( 809-682-2151; cnr Calle El Conde & José Reyes; 8am-5pm)
The Tourist Police can
handle most situations; for general police, ambulance and fire dial 911.
INTERNET ACCESS & TELEPHONE
Internet cafes are scarce, whereas wi-fi is common at cafes and restaurants.
Centro de Internet
(
809-238-5149; Av Independencia 201;
8:30am-9pm Mon-Sat, 8:30am-3pm
Sun)
Internet and call center in Gazcue.
9am-9pm Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm Sun)
In-
Internet & Llamadas
(Calle El Conde; RD$20 per 30min;
side small plaza.
INTERNET RESOURCES
Colonial Zone
(
www.dr-colonialzone.com
)
A detailed site with information and reviews on
everything - historical sites, hotels, restaurants, bars - as well as discussions on Dominic-
an history, superstitions and more.
MEDICAL SERVICES
Centro de Obsetetricía y Ginecología
( 809-221-7322; cnr Av Independencia & José Joaquín Pérez;
24hr)
Equipped to handle all emergencies.
24hr)
Widely regarded as the
Clínica Abreu
(
809-687-4922; cnr Av Independencia & Beller;
best hospital in the city.
24hr)
Pharmacy that
Farmacia San Judas
(
809-685-8165; cnr Av Independencia & Pichardo;
offers free delivery.
