Cibao · Inland

Discover Santiago

Santiago de los Caballeros is the country's second city and the capital of the Cibao, an agricultural region known for its tobacco and cigars. Between its monument, historic centre and February carnival, it is also the gateway to the mountains.

• Monument to the Heroes of the Restoration and historic centre
• Cigar factories and tobacco culture
• Santiago Carnival in February
• Jarabacoa and Constanza mountains nearby

When to go

The climate is hotter inland; winter, from December to April, is the most pleasant.

Getting there

Cibao International Airport (STI) serves the city, and the motorway reaches the north coast at Puerto Plata.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Santiago?

The climate is hotter inland; winter, from December to April, is the most pleasant.

How do I get to Santiago?

Cibao International Airport (STI) serves the city, and the motorway reaches the north coast at Puerto Plata.