Tours and Tickets to Experience Higuey

There are plenty of ways to experience Higuey. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Half-Day City Tour Cultural From Punta Cana for Small Group

• Punta Cana Half-Day Cultural Safari With Lunch and Drinks

• Half-Day Private Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide

• Private Half-Day Tour in Dominican Republic with Local Guide

• Small Group: Half-Day Cultural Tour of Punta Cana

While it’s free to visit Higuey on your own, there are plenty of affordable tours that can help you learn more about the area with an expert guide—and have some fun along the way. You can find half-day and full-day tours that include a stop in Higuey starting at US$50 per person.

Yes, a stop in Higuey is worth it when visiting the Dominican Republic. It takes around an hour to get there from Punta Cana, making it easily accessible. The Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of High Grace is a top spot, thanks to its Gothic architecture. You'll also find open-air markets and museums there.

The best time of year to visit Higuey and the rest of the Dominican Republic is from December through April. This is the dry season, when you'll have warm weather with less chance of rain. The summer can be quite rainy in the Caribbean, and there's a chance of hurricanes in late summer and fall.

Tours of Higuey typically stop at religious attractions such as the Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of High Grace and the Parroquia de San Dionisio. Many visit the municipal market, which sells everything from fruit and vegetables to souvenirs. Monkeyland is another popular stop, and some tours include a visit to a traditional Dominican house.

Yes, you can visit Higuey on your own, but excursions have many benefits. Petty theft can be a problem in areas frequented by tourists. Most tours include hotel pickup, so you don't have to arrange your own transportation. Plus, you'll learn more about the area with a local tour guide leading the way.