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Jardín Botánico Nacional Dr. Rafael M. Moscoso

Jardín Botánico Nacional Dr. Rafael M. Moscoso
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Type of Attraction
City Parks & Gardens, Museums
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Science, Outdoors, Photography
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Price: $5-$10
Car tour: 150 pesos. Train tours: 10 pesos adults; 7 pesos children. Museum admission: 10 pesos adults; 5 pesos children.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Dirt/off-road walking
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Available
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Jardín Botánico Nacional Dr. Rafael M. Moscoso

The Doctor Rafael Moscoso National Botanical Garden

Plant and animal sanctuary


Family Time Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
Avenida de los Próceres
Entre las avenidas República de Argentina y Jardín Botánico
Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional
+1 809 385 2611
Fax: +1 809 385 0525

Description

The Doctor Rafael Moscoso Botanical Garden was built under Act 456 in 1976. This scientific and educational institution provides a beautiful sanctuary where plants and animals live in harmony. The staff offers ongoing courses on garden design, horticulture, cultivation and care of orchids, ferns and bonsai, as well as flower arrangement and other arts. The garden is open to visitors year-round. Tour by car for about DOP150. Train tours cost about DOP10 for adults, DOP7 for children. Museum admission is about DOP10 for adults, DOP5 for children.





Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9a-6p Tu-Su
Visit Time: 1hr-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: Car tour: 150 pesos. Train tours: 10 pesos adults; 7 pesos children. Museum admission: 10 pesos adults; 5 pesos children.

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: There also is an indoor museum.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Ruta 6 desde la Avenida Winston Churchill
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Motorbike/Scooter Taxi
Parking Availability: Yes


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