The Italian Renaissance inspired Alcazar de Colón [Castle of Columbus] is also called Palacio Virreinal de Diego Colón [Viceroy Palace of James Columbus]. This building was the first viceroy palace in the Americas, along with the home of Colón y Toledo. According to the sign on the outside of the palace, the family built the house by 1511 and lived in the house until 1577. Last restored in 1955, the building is now a historical museum with sporadic opening times. The museum was closed for maintenance during my visit.

Beautiful Old historical residential museum in the heart of Zona Colonial which was built by Diego Columbus. The ticket to enter was about $2/person. It comes with an audio device where you can learn about the history of the museum and each room. On the second floor, you can see a beautiful view of the river and the Colonial area. We spent about 30-45 minutes here and it's definitely worth visiting if you are in the colonial area. It was not crowded and the staffs were pleasant.

Museum is reasonably interesting but quite small with little description on the artifacts. Audioguides are given out at the entrance however I had a tour goide and don't believe I got as much out of it as I might have, since explanation was about little other than it being Christopher Columbus' house which was destroyed by Frances Drake. It's unfortunate the remainder of the building to give a truer idea of how the place functioned.

Full of wonderful historical artifacts and information covering the colorful past of Hispaniola. A must visit attraction if you're visiting Santo Domingo

It was interesting going back in time like that, visiting their home and walking through it's walls. The fee was very low for visiting the museum, only 2$ and the included audio tour was very good and helpful.

Great museum, beautiful building I really enjoyed the visit

Great historical place to visit in Santo Domingo.

Great museum right in the heart of Colonial zone, definitely worth visiting while in Santo Domingo! Recommend taking the audio guide, it was pretty interesting!

The house of Christopher Columbus's son, Diego, and his wife is filled with history and some original (but most not) artifacts like clothing, armor, furniture and instruments. The tickets are about $2 each and include audio tours in most languages. Local guides can be hired at the entrance also.

(Translated by Google) Very good place and atmosphere to enjoy with the family and take photos. (Original) Muy buen lugar y ambiente para disfrutar en familia y tomar fotos.

We had a guided tour. It was facinating to learn about the history of these Spanish upper.class that came to live in Santo Domingo. Much of the furniture and decorations are original, even if the actual structure is not. Most notable was that Christopher Columbus son and his wife were the ones to occupy the palace. Really, quite exceptional to see

(Translated by Google) A place to spend as a family full of history and things you can learn from our country (Original) Un lugar para pasarla en familia lleno de historia y de cosas que puedes aprender de nuestro pais

(Translated by Google) Only go if you like history, if not someone does not care so much. I loved it, it was a very interesting visit. (Original) Solo ir si te gusta la historia , si no algunoa no le interesa tanto . A mi me encanto , fue una visita muy interesante .

The place where people are in Zona Colon, i love the place.

(Translated by Google) So cute (Original) Muy lindo

Great place. Clean, full of history, and Dominican Ambient !

(Translated by Google) It is a historical monument of great importance for better or for worse, not only for the Dominican Republic, but also for all of America. The construction as such has a certain beauty and it is worth going to visit that colonial palace and incidentally enjoying the surroundings of the area, which are perfect for spending a pleasant time, alone or accompanied. (Original) Es un monumento histórico de mucha importancia para bien o para mal, no solo para República Dominicana, sino también para toda America. La construcción como tal posee cierta belleza y no está demás ir a visitar ese palacio colonial y de paso disfrutar las inmediaciones de la zona, que son perfecta para pasar un rato agradable, solo o acompañado.

Pour les amateurs d’histoire très intéressant Apparemment que ce serait le fils de Colon qui aurait habité à cet endroit

Alcazar de Colon is the oldest royal residential edifice in all Americas. It was built under the Diego Columbus (Christofer's son) orders as his residence he shared with his wife Maria de Toledo in the early 16 c. It's a two-story bldg - one side oriented at Ozama river with great views of the river and Columbus lighthouse and the other side towards the big Plaza de Espana sq. Entry fee is cheap - few bucks, and you need less than an hour for a visit. Imo, the authenticity of the furniture is questionable, as the palace was looted many times, heavily by pirate Drake, but it is still a great place to visit in Zona Colonial.

The Alcázar de Colón was built between 1511 and 1514, following the influences of the one in Mancera de Abajo , in Salamanca (Spain), of which ruins are still preserved. The name of the architect who carried out the construction of this fortified palace is unknown . Style gothic mudejar mostly, Alcazar also has some features Renaissance , remarkable in its arcades, as well as the Elizabethan style observable in the tassels that adorn it. The building was constructed using masonry made of coral rocks. Originally the residence had 55 rooms, of which only 22 remain. It was the first fortified palace built in Hispanic times. Great Spanish conquerors such as Hernán Cortés and Pedro de Alvarado passed through it. It is the only known residence of a member of the Colón family, in addition to Cristóbal's birthplace, which is still in Genoa. Juana, Isabel, Luis and Cristóbal Colón de Toledo were born in the palace , children of Don Diego Colón and his wife Maria Alvarez de Toledo. Diego Colón died in Spain in 1526 but María Álvarez de Toledo, his widow , remained there until her death in 1549. Three generations of the Colón de Toledo family inhabited it, possibly until the year 1577.

The cool museum. The exibition area is not big but audio guides on English helps. I recomend to visit it in case you are nearly colonial district.

Visiting this Old Building is like being there at that time in life. I will highly recommend this building to everybody in the world

I loved this place!

Alot experience around here back in the 80

Wir waren gestern dort und haben viel darüber erfahren, daß dies die erste gegen Piraten befestigte Siedlung in der " neuen Welt " war. Auch das hier die erste Kathedrale und der erste Erzbischof der neuen Welt waren. Toll! 🤩Aber man könnte alles etwas besser in Schuss halten😉

Such a nice landmark, especially at night. You can have food, drinks or a cigar right across the way so it’s such a nice place for an evening out

The alcazar it’s an UNESCO world heritage site, it was formerly the house of Colombia son. The building was restored in the 90’s, and even if the furniture it’s not original to the place, it is however original to the time period and geographic location. Visiting the place is a great way to know the local history and cultural legacy.

Fabulous piece of history. Full of historical pieces.

Very interesting walk through the former house of Diego Columbus, the first born son of Christopher Columbus. There is also an audio guide available. Price to enter was 100 DOP, on 11.30.19

A nice experience to understand just a little of the beginnings of the new world.

The place is well preserve with lots of history. Very detailed information from the old days of the Spanish high class. The audio gadget is a great help and nice way to get know about all things that are shown.

El Alcázar de Colón o Palacio Virreinal de Don Diego Colón es un palacio situado en la Ciudad Colonial de Santo Domingo, República Dominicana, que fue construido sobre un solar cercano a los farallones que miran hacia el río Ozama, concedido a Diego Colón, hijo primogénito del descubridor de América, Cristóbal Colón.

Diego Colón (Christopher Columbus son's house) a great spot to visit for a quick tour. We visited as part of a tour of Santo Domingo so were slightly rushed

Not crowded, everything was closed because festivities but overall is just a great experience to visit, the Alcázar de Colón. They still have tourists guides that will explain everything and the story of the place. There are several locations to visit around the area too.

Really nice conserve house of colon soon

(Translated by Google) Great visit !!! (Original) Gran visita!!!

(Translated by Google) Generally we Brazilians go to the Dominican Republic to stay at resorts in the Punta Cana region! It's a shame, not because of the beautiful beaches in the region, but because many people miss the capital Santo Domingo, the first colonial city in the Americas. This one has a rich history and that everyone should know. As the home of Spain's first governor (viceroy), it has become this beautiful museum. (Original) Geralmente nós, brasileiros, vamos a República Dominicana para ficar em resorts na região de Punta Cana! E uma pena, não pelas lindas praias da região, mas porque muitas pessoas deixam de conhecer a capital Santo Domingo, a primeira cidade colonial da Américas. Esta tem uma história riquíssima e que todos deveriam conhecer. Como a casa do primeiro governador (vice-rei) da Espanha, que se tornou este belo museu.

(Translated by Google) Incredible place and its history (Original) Increible lugar y su historia

(Translated by Google) Excellent to visit this beautiful Palacio v Reinal de Diego Colon, you learn about the culture. In the Dominican Republic we observed some profit waxes from that time of the colonizers, it is a story that you will love. visit (Original) Excelente para visitar este hermoso Palacio v Reinal de Diego Colon, se aprende de la cultura. Dominicana obsevamos algunos enceres de utilidades de ese tiempo de los colonisadores , es una historia que te ba a encantar . visita

(Translated by Google) I liked seeing all that stuff from the colonial era is a very good place (Original) Me gustó ver todo esa cosa de la época colonial es muy buen lugar

(Translated by Google) A good place to get to know a little of the Dominican culture. My respects to all the workers there for knowing so well the history of our country. (Original) Un buen lugar para conocer un poco de la cultura dominicana mis respetos a todos lo trabajadores de allí por saber tan bien la historia de nuestro pais

Full of tours every day. Off course this is a "rebuilt" version as the original suffered a fire. Still feels like history and the guides do a good job.

A magical place where the present and the past come together to bring you an unforgettable experience at night.

A little small but nice to visit with audio guide.

Beautiful old castle.

"Alcázar de Colón" Columbus Alcazar (Residence of the king or sovereign of a country, it's a Fortified castle located in a strategic place especially when it is walled). Is the first Spanish palace built in the Americas. Located in Santo Domingo city, on the Dominican Republic's colonial area. The place forms part of the patrimonial colonial UNESCO.

Great history lesson. Wish they would talk more about the consequences of these explorers being here and the murder of the indigenous people .. but definitely pretty to look at. Theres certain times of the day you can go in..

Had a fantastic tour with a guide who studied Art History and I can tell that he made all the difference. The well restored site was guided by someone who gave more than a generic tour but instead gave one that respected the site and its history and significance. He gave trivia and facts and answered all the questions we could have. I forgot to ask for his name but thank you for a great tour!

This is well worth visiting. The audio guide is quite brief but gives useful information. It’s provides a good insight into how grand and commanding this building was when constructed. Good views over the river and fortifications. Don’t miss spotting the building that used to be the stables in the plaza. It is also a cool shelter from the heat of the day.

Great historical place

Please go. It s very interesting, especially if you come from Europe, you will feel a “vibe”

Very important place when it comes to the history of the first conquerors of America There’s audio guides in multiple languages and you can easily walk through and see it all

Officers outside said closed for at least SIX months. It’s May 2023. The courtyard area is nice.

Really well done and the audio guide is excellent. The staff are so kind and helpful. Really cheerful and cordial. The items are well preserved. I only wish the museum was air conditioned because it is a very humid and sweaty situation.

A must visit in zona colonial, Colon house for three generations, UNESCO's heritage at it's best, amazing artifacts ad representation, what a historical place...

Interesting part of the history. Good to hire a guide to learn a little more about the places around.

Did not unfortunately see the new restoration this trip around but it looks like it's coming out great! The plaza and zone was packed with people and tourists. It seems to be all coming along quickly. They are restoring most historical building around as well. The areas to eat have expanded a lot as well. So many options to choose from.

Interesting history about Diego (Christopher Columbus' neither) and his wife, Maria Colon.

(Translated by Google) Christopher Columbus' house a historical place there are many history there (Original) la casa de Cristóbal Colón un lugar histórico hay muchas historia alli

(Translated by Google) Excellent historical site to visit with the family and learn about the history of the Dominican Republic. (Original) Excelente sitio histórico para visitar en familia y conocer sobre la historia de República Dominicana.

(Translated by Google) It is a place with a lot of history and I recommend going alone if you like history because otherwise it will not attract much attention. I really liked the experience since I knew the customs and the way of life of the conquerors of America who arrived back then and I also deepened the knowledge about the arrival of Columbus in America. (Original) Es un lugar con mucha historia y recomiendo ir solo si te gusta la historia porque si no no te va a llamar mucho la atención. Me gustó mucho la experiencia dado que conocí las costumbres y la forma de vivir de los consquistadores de América que llegaron el aquel entonces y también profundicé los conocimientos sobre la llegada de Colón a América.

(Translated by Google) A journey through time (Original) Un viaje por el tiempo

(Translated by Google) Very interesting but I have seen better things, however if you are in Santo Domingo, you have to go. (Original) Muy interesante pero he visto cosas mejores, sin embargo si están en Santo Domingo, tienen que ir.

(Translated by Google) Very good place to tour in the Dominican Republic (Original) Muy buen lugar para turitiar en República Dominicana

(Translated by Google) This beautiful monument in colonial Santo Domingo stands out for its history and the guided tour that can be done inside, to know the history of this beautiful place. (Original) Este bonito monumento en el Santo Domingo colonial destaca por su historia y la visita guiada que se puede realizar en el interior, para saber la historia de este bonito lugar.

(Translated by Google) A place that allows to know beyond the life of Colon and family. You learn history vividly with a custom audio system. Very good. (Original) Un lugar que permite conocer mas alla la vida de Colon y familia. Aprendes de historia vividamente con un sistema de audio personalizado. Muy bueno.

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(Translated by Google) Good place to spread the mind and enjoy with the family, you feel the security in the area and that fills the family with tranquility. 🗣🙏😌 (Original) Buen lugar para esparcir la mente y disfrutar con la familia, se siente la seguridad en la zona y eso llena a la familia de tranquilidad. 🗣🙏😌

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place to visit, very historic and with a very beautiful view, with original pieces of the time. (Original) Lugar lindo para visitar, muito histórico e com uma vista muito linda, com peças originais da época.

(Translated by Google) The Alcazar de Colón or Viceroyalty Palace of Don Diego Colón is a palace located in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, which was built on a plot near the cliffs that face the Ozama River, granted to Diego Colón, eldest son of the discoverer of America, Christopher Columbus, by King Ferdinand the Catholic, to build a lodging for him and his descendants on the island of Hispaniola, which he arrived in 1509 as governor and where the Alcazar Museum of Colon. (Original) El Alcázar de Colón o Palacio Virreinal de Don Diego Colón es un palacio situado en la Ciudad Colonial de Santo Domingo, República Dominicana, que fue construido sobre un solar cercano a los farallones que miran hacia el río Ozama, concedido a Diego Colón, hijo primogénito del descubridor de América, Cristóbal Colón, por el rey Fernando el Católico, para que edificara una morada para él y sus descendientes en la isla La Española, a la cual llegó en 1509 en calidad de gobernador y en donde actualmente funciona el Museo Alcázar de Colón.

(Translated by Google) Excellent to clear the mind (Original) Excelente para despejar la mente

(Translated by Google) Subscribe (Original) Suscribete

(Translated by Google) Great! (Original) Excelente!

(Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Muy interesante

(Translated by Google) Wonderful (Original) Maravilloso

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place (Original) Bellisimo lugar

(Translated by Google) Excellent place to get to know part of the culture of the Dominican Republic. (Original) Excelente lugar para conocer parte de la cultura de República Dominicana .

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(Translated by Google) Very impressive (Original) Muy impresionante

(Translated by Google) The Alcazar de Colón or Viceroyalty Palace of Don Diego Colón is a palace located in the Colonial City of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, which was built on a plot near the cliffs that face the Ozama River, granted to Diego Colón, eldest son of the discoverer of America, Christopher Columbus, by King Ferdinand the Catholic, to build a lodging for him and his descendants on the island of Hispaniola, which he arrived in 1509 as governor and where the Alcazar Museum of Colon. (Original) El Alcázar de Colón o Palacio Virreinal de Don Diego Colón es un palacio situado en la Ciudad Colonial de Santo Domingo, República Dominicana, que fue construido sobre un solar cercano a los farallones que miran hacia el río Ozama, concedido a Diego Colón, hijo primogénito del descubridor de América, Cristóbal Colón, por el rey Fernando el Católico, para que edificara una morada para él y sus descendientes en la isla La Española, a la cual llegó en 1509 en calidad de gobernador y en donde actualmente funciona el Museo Alcázar de Colón.

(Translated by Google) Very welcoming staff A good state of conservation (Original) Personnels très acceuillants Un bon état de conservation

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place full of landscaping (Original) Hermoso lugar lleno de paisajismo

Diego Colon House. Nice place, super huge, clean

This magnificent building with characteristics of Renaissance and Elizabethan styles, was granted by King Ferdinand to Don Diego Colón, the first-born son of Christopher Columbus and the fourth governor of the Indies. It served as the governor's family home and mansion. The Alcazar de Diego Colón is currently the most visited museum in the Dominican Republic and has a collection of works of art from the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

(Translated by Google) The museum is interesting for those who are interested in history. The museum is dedicated to the son of Columbus. Crowded, we were a small group (6 people) then all heard what the guide said. I recommend to visit. (Original) Музей цікавий для тих хто цікавиться історією. Музей присвячений сину Х.Колумба. Тіснувати, ми були маленькою групоу (6 чоловік) то все чули , що розказував екскурсовод. Рекомендую для відвідування.

An amazing place full of history. I visited it 15 years ago and I'm eager to come back.

Good example of Spanish Conquest architecture. Also, many historical firsts like the first Catholic church, first university and more

Truly worth the visit, you can spend 15 to 45 minutes there and learn a great deal about the history of how Cristobal lived when he arrived in Santo Domingo!

Inexpensive museum... (can those words be used in the same sentence?) where you can learn some things about the history of the Dominican Republic and Diego Columbus. $2 USD includes audio tour.

A lot history among those walls.

Classical historical place in a beautiful part of Santo Domingo, worth the visit.