51 days in Columbus & Santo Domingo Itinerary

More than just one of the nation's top business centers, Columbus is a mixture of many different parts of America, situated at the spot where the so-called "Bible Belt" meets the varied cultures of the Great Plains and Appalachia.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Zipline and Easton Town Center. Venture out of the city with trips to Hoover Mudflats Boardwalk at Hoover Reservoir (in Galena), Kings Island (in Mason) and Char-Mar Ridge Preserve (in Westerville). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at National Museum of the US Air Force, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, observe the fascinating underwater world at Newport Aquarium, and look for all kinds of wild species at The Wilds.

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New York City to Columbus is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 83°F, and evening lows to 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to travel to Santo Domingo.

Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, remains the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the New World.

Kids will enjoy Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor and Scuba & Snorkeling. Venture out of the city with trips to Juan Dolio Beach (in Juan Dolio), Altos de Chavon (in La Romana) and Bayahibe (Conquista Park & Public Beach Playa Dominicus). Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Zona Colonial, explore the historical opulence of Alcazar de Colon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Calle de Las Damas, and contemplate the long history of Fortaleza Ozama.

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Fly from Columbus to Santo Domingo in 10.5 hours. Traveling from Columbus to Santo Domingo, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.