Pedro Henríquez Ureña National Library, Santo Domingo

#31 among attractions in Santo Domingo

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The Biblioteca Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña is the national library of the Dominican Republic. It is the legal deposit and copyright library for the Dominican Republic. It was inaugurated on February 28, 1971. ()

Local name: Biblioteca Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña Coordinates: 18°28'15"N, 69°54'28"W

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Av. Cesar Nicolas PensonPlaza de la CulturaSanto Domingo 10104 Dominican Republic

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Pedro Henríquez Ureña National Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Estadio Quisqueya, Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium, National Palace, Puerta del Conde.

1.7 miNW
Sport complex, Baseball, Baseball field
Estadio Quisqueya, Santo Domingo
44 min walk • The Estadio Quisqueya is a celebrated sports venue nestled in the heart of Santo Domingo, the vibrant capital city of the Dominican Republic. This iconic stadium is primarily known for its rich history in baseball, the nation's most beloved sport.
0.9 miNW
Sport venue, Sport
Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium, Santo Domingo
23 min walk • The Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium is a hallmark of athletic excellence in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Named after the celebrated Dominican track and field athlete Félix Sánchez, this modern sport venue stands as a testament to the nation's dedication...
0.7 miE
Palace
National Palace, Santo Domingo
18 min walk • The National Palace, a beacon of architectural finesse and political significance, stands proudly in the heart of Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican Republic. This stately edifice serves as the presidential office and the seat of the country's executive...
1.1 miE
Gate structure and Dominican heritage site
Puerta del Conde, Santo Domingo
28 min walk • The Puerta del Conde is a historic gateway located in the colonial zone of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and serves as a poignant memorial to the country's struggle for independence. Erected in the 17th century as part of the city's fortification, this iconic...
1 miE
Museum, Memorial, Historical place
Altar de la Patria, Santo Domingo
26 min walk • Altar de la Patria, or Altar of the Homeland, is a white marble mausoleum in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that houses the remains of the founding fathers of the Dominican Republic: Juan Pablo Duarte, Francisco del Rosario Sánchez, and Ramón Matías Mella, collectively known as Los Trinitarios.
0.7 miSW
Sacred and religious sites, Temple
Santo Domingo Dominican Republic Temple, Santo Domingo
18 min walk • The Santo Domingo Dominican Republic Temple is the 99th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was the first temple to be built in the church's Caribbean area. Santo Domingo is the Dominican Republic's capital city.
~1070 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Eduardo Brito National Theater, Santo Domingo
6 min walk • Eduardo Brito National Theater is part of the Plaza de la Cultura complex, located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The theatre opened on August 16, 1973 and is the centerpiece of the complex.
1 miNW
City,
Ciudad Colonial, Santo Domingo
27 min walk • Ciudad Colonial is the historic central neighborhood of the Dominican Republic's capital Santo Domingo. It is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the Americas. The area has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
1.4 miNW
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Museo Bellapart, Santo Domingo
36 min walk • The Museo Bellapart is a private art museum in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Its collection includes artwork from the mid-19th century to the 1960s.
1 miE
Museum, Art museum
Centro Abreu, Santo Domingo
25 min walk • Centro Abreu, formally named Ozamarte Centro de Arte Contemporáneo, is a cultural center in Santo Domingo founded by painter Oscar Abreu.
0.6 miSE
Church
Episcopal Cathedral of the Epiphany-Union Church of Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo
16 min walk • The Cathedral of the Epiphany-Union Church of Santo Domingo is a Protestant church located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. It is both the seat of the Episcopal Diocese of the Dominican Republic and the home of an Interdenominational church.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pedro Henríquez Ureña National Library?

Nearby attractions include Modern Art Museum, Santo Domingo (4 min walk), Eduardo Brito National Theater, Santo Domingo (6 min walk), Episcopal Cathedral of the Epiphany-Union Church of Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo (16 min walk), Santo Domingo Dominican Republic Temple, Santo Domingo (18 min walk).

How to get to Pedro Henríquez Ureña National Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pedro Henríquez Ureña National Library:

Metro

Casandra Damirón • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Joaquín Balaguer • Lines: 1 (12 min walk)

Bus

Caribe Tours (10 min walk)
Terminal Caribe Tours (10 min walk)