Car & Van Hire - Santo Domingo

Enterprise car hire locations - Santo Domingo

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is proud to serve customers looking for transport in Santo Domingo. As part of the largest rental car company in the world, which owns and operates more than 1.5 million vehicles, we're sure to have a location near you or your travel destination. And while we are an internationally recognised brand, Enterprise remains family-owned with one goal in mind for our customers: to exceed your expectations for service and overall value.

Santo Domingo Car Hire FAQs

No. Tap water in the Dominican Republic is not purified. Visitors should drink bottled water, available at neighbourhood bodegas and supermarkets. https://visitdominicanrepublic.com/faq/

The currency in the DR is Dominican Pesos (DOP). However, in most tourist places is possible to pay in Dominican Pesos or in US Dollar.

Yes. Credit cards are widely accepted in main tourist areas and cities across the Dominican Republic. Visa or Mastercard cards are accepted wherever credit cards are accepted, and some destinations also accept American Express cards. https://visitdominicanrepublic.com/faq/

Dominican Republic daily temperatures are constant year-round, averaging 27°C.

The dry season runs from December until April, with warm temperatures, low humidity and sunshine. The dry season offers the best conditions for water sports (including surfing, snorkelling, diving, windsurfing, rafting and more).

The wet season runs from May to November, and brings the highest  temperatures (an average of 27-30°C) and high humidity. It rains more often during the wet season, but most of the time it will be sunny and warm.

To enter the Dominican Republic, you will need the following:

  • Valid passport with photo
  • A completed E-ticket
  • Proof a return travel

Depending on what country you are from, you may need an additional visa or travel documents to enter the Dominican Republic. Be sure to check with the Dominican Republic consulate for up-to-date information on entry requirements.

For more FAQs, please visit our FAQ page.

Should I hire a car in Santo Domingo

What's the best way to get around Santo Domingo? Shuttles might seem convenient, but typically, they only go to major attractions, making it more difficult to get to smaller attractions or towns. Hiring a driver can get expensive, and public transport forces you to adhere to someone else's schedule on your holiday.

When you rent a car from Enterprise, you have the flexibility to customise your trip. Enjoy the fun things you want to do when it is convenient for your schedule – no one else's. Interested in seeing Bavaro Beach up close and personal? Or explore the majestic 3 Eyes National Park ? With your Enterprise Rental Car, you can arrive early (or later) and visit these awe-inspiring attractions without crowded tour buses.

Whether you're looking for customisation or convenience, renting a car through Enterprise will help you make the most of your Santo Domingo holiday.

Top attractions near Santo Domingo

  • Bavaro Beach – white sand and crystal-clear engulf you at this pristine Dominican destination
  • 3 Eyes National Park – find adventure in this stunning group of interconnected caves near Santo Domingo.
  • Saona Beach – sit back and relax at this stunning, sandy beach that's part of a national park!
  • Ocean World Adventure Park – the an elaborate entertainment park located in Cofresi Beach, only 3 miles from Puerto Plata
  • 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua – jump, play and slide your way down 27 waterfalls in this natural waterpark.
  • Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car – located on the Mountain "Isabel de Torres", enjoy stunning views of Puerto Plata and the statue of "Christ the Redeemer”.
  • Macao Beach – another sunny spot to relax and recharge with the whole family.
  • Zona Colonial – one of the oldest cities and ripe with excitement, walk Zona Colonial and soak up the rick history of Santo Domingo.
  • Hoyo Azul – a beautiful watering spot where you can jump, dive and play.
  • Scape Park – a natural theme park with attractions ranging from adventurous and adrenaline-pumping to exciting and illuminating.

Top cities near Santo Domingo

  • San Felipe – just a hop, skip and jump away from Santo Domingo is San Felipe. Filled with remnants of past lives, historical structures and fabulous flora and fauna, this city is worth a visit. Explore popular attractions like the San Felipe castle, Parque de la Exotica Flora Tropical (Exotic Tropical Flora Park), Reserva Ecologica Guaquira (Guaquira Ecological Reserve) or Parque Historico Arqueologico San Felipe “El Fuerte” (Archaeological Historical Park San Felipe "The Strong".)
  • San Juan – only a 20-minute drive from Santo Domingo, San Juan is great city to stretch your legs in as you make your way to one of Costa Rica's many beautiful beaches. Jaco Beach is the closest beach to San Juan at 2 hours away. You can also travel just shy of 3 hours to Playa Manuel Antonio, one of the best beaches to visit Scenic views, or Playa Hermosa, which translates to "beautiful beach”.
  • San Pedro – less than 20 minutes from Santo Domingo is San Pedro, where you'll find non-stop adventure in the unlikeliest of places. Travel below the Earth's surface to find Topolandia, a museum made of winding tunnels and excavated caverns.