Dominican Republic
La Romana
La Romana is the capital of La Romana Province in the Dominican Republic. It's a great base for enjoying nearby nature, including Catalina Island and the Chavón River.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
- Best season
- Dec–Apr
- Time zone
- America/Santo_Domingo
- Sights covered
- 2 places
Sights worth seeing
Nature
Catalina Island
A small Caribbean island off the coast of La Romana, Dominican Republic. Well known as a cruise ship port of call, it is a great place to enjoy clear waters and beaches.
Nature
Chavón River
A river flowing near La Romana, offering fine views from the village of Altos de Chavón. Legend has it that pirates once hid their treasure here.
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