Bayahibe, Juan Dolio and Boca Chica

Besides modern hotels, you'll also find many small, simple accommodations here in the south. Furthermore, much has been done in recent years to make the beaches more attractive again. Each town has its own unique character. Boca Chica, for example, offers countless entertainment options, and its nightlife is renowned island-wide. Juan Dolio, on the other hand, is much quieter.

One of the island's largest national parks is located near the former fishing village of Bayahibe and the Caribbean island of Saona. Saona has been a popular destination for day-trippers for many years. Its smaller sister island, Catalina, has only recently been opened to the public, having long been privately owned by a former head of government. Catalina is particularly popular with divers and snorkelers. The artists' village of Altos de Chavón, near the sugar cane town of La Romana, is a major attraction for visitors from around the world. Many cruise ships dock at the port of La Romana, especially during the winter months.

Another attraction in the region is the colorful Cueva de las Maravillas cave near San Pedro de Arcoris.