Museo Mundo de Ámbar, Santo Domingo

#35 among attractions in Santo Domingo

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Museo Mundo de Ámbar (address: Arz. Merino #452, esq. Restauracion) is a place located in Santo Domingo (Distrito Nacional national district) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 59 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 18°28'39"N latitude and 69°53'6"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo Mundo de Ámbar is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Higüey Bus Station (bus, 8 min walk), Ramón Cáceres (metro, 36 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Museo Casa Duarte (museum, 2 min walk), Alcázar de Colón (unesco, 5 min walk), Museo de las Casas Reales (museum, 5 min walk).

Coordinates: 18°28'39"N, 69°53'6"W

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Arz. Merino #452, esq. RestauracionZona ColonialSanto Domingo Dominican Republic

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Museo Mundo de Ámbar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alcázar de Colón, Columbus Lighthouse, Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor, Fortaleza Ozama.

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Parque Colon, Santo Domingo
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Museo de las Casas Reales, Santo Domingo
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Altar de la Patria, Santo Domingo
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National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo
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Which popular attractions are close to Museo Mundo de Ámbar?

Nearby attractions include Museo Casa Duarte, Santo Domingo (2 min walk), Alcázar de Colón, Santo Domingo (5 min walk), Museo de las Casas Reales, Santo Domingo (5 min walk), National Pantheon of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo (6 min walk).

How to get to Museo Mundo de Ámbar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Mundo de Ámbar:

Bus

Higüey Bus Station (8 min walk)
Expreso Haina (8 min walk)

Metro

Ramón Cáceres • Lines: 2 (36 min walk)