How to get to Plaza de la Cultura by metro
Station, line, time and exit — the complete guide.
Get off at Casandra Damirón station (Line 1), the nearest stop. From there, to reach Plaza de la Cultura it is about a 8-minute walk.
From the Juan Pablo Duarte transfer station it is also about a 12-minute walk.
Alternatively: Juan Pablo Duarte station (Line 1).
In short
Plaza de la Cultura Juan Pablo Duarte gathers the great national museums in one precinct: the Museum of the Dominican Man, the Museum of Modern Art, the National Museum of Natural History and the Eduardo Brito National Theatre. It sits in the Gascue district, beside the National Palace. The nearest metro station is Casandra Damirón on Line 1, about an 8-minute walk away.
Getting there from key points
| Starting point | Metro route |
|---|---|
| Villa Mella (Mamá Tingó) | Line 1 direct to Casandra Damirón, ~26 min |
| Centro de los Héroes | Line 1 northbound, ~4 min |
| Concepción Bona (Line 2) | Line 2 to Juan Pablo Duarte, transfer to Line 1, ~18 min |
Step by step
Take Line 1 and get off at Casandra Damirón station.
Follow the signs to the exit and go up by escalator or lift.
In about 8 minutes on foot you reach Plaza de la Cultura.
Useful information
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Santo Domingo Metro cost?
A single ride costs RD$20 with the rechargeable Tarjeta; a single-use ticket adds RD$15 for the disposable card. See the Fares page.
How long does it take from the centre?
Villa Mella (Mamá Tingó): Line 1 direct to Casandra Damirón, ~26 min.
Which line serves the station?
Casandra Damirón station is on Line 1 of the Santo Domingo Metro.
What are the metro hours?
The metro runs daily, roughly from 6:00 to 22:30. See the Schedule page for details.
Where can I see more places?
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