The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

Overview

Available languages

German

Russian

Portuguese

Chinese

Japanese

English

Italian

Polish

French

Spanish

20 minutes

Mobile ticket

Embark on a breathtaking journey through time with "The Battle of Santo Domingo," an unparalleled 4D experience that plunges you into the heart of the invasion of Santo Domingo by the infamous pirate Sir Francis Drake in 1586. This groundbreaking attraction, recognized with the prestigious 'Das Goldene Stadttor' award at the ITB Berlin Films Festival 2016.

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D: Immersive history! Cutting-edge visuals, dynamic seats, and surround sound plunge you into the heart of battle. Feel, hear, and smell the past like never before!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema

Experience the Battle of Santo Domingo in 4D during this 20-minute film, the first designed for the 4D platform. Learn about how Sir Francis Drake attacked the walled city of Santo Domingo in 1586. Dodge cannon balls, avoid being hit by the sharp swords of the pirates and feel the heat of the burning city. See how this fearsome pirate captured the city and what happened after his departure, told from a fun and educational perspective.

Admission Included

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Meeting points

The Colonial Gate 4D Cinema

C. Isabel La Catolica 52 Santo Domingo Caribbean

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Options

The Battle of Santo Domingo 4D Experience

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Total immersion in the history of Santo Domingo
mathildeboudon,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited Colonial Gate 4D Cinema in Santo Domingo with our guide, Kelving Castillo, and loved the experience! The 4D film on the city’s history was immersive and fun, with realistic effects (movements, wind, water) that plunged us into action. The place is well located in the Colonial Zona and the staff is very welcoming. An original activity that allows you to learn while having fun. We highly recommend!
It was amazing from start...
Anthony S,,Feb 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was amazing from start to finish I enjoyed every minute of it and I would definitely do it again.
Immersive experience
R5488ZJannie,,Sep 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The 4D session was very interesting and allows a better understanding of the history of Santo Domingo and more broadly of the Dominican Republic. Too bad this activity comes a little late as part of the excursion we had booked. Before, it would have been more informative and would have allowed us to immerse ourselves properly. The staff is nice, the place clean.
Worth the money/fun
Shanice S,,Aug 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The staff was friendly and patient even though I did not speak english. It was a good experience and worth the money. I won’t give much away but it was fun
Great service
Yolanda P,,Jul 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent service they waited for us and called us when we were running late . They also out of curtesy let us watch a second video. Our only complaint is that we wised it was longer.
Great show
john c,,Mar 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience from start to finish. The staff explained the 2 movies and some of the history behind Sir Francis Drakes Pirate attack on Santo Domingo. The 4D effects were lots of fun. The second movie about the Great Wall were more like a roller coaster ride, buts lots of fun as you took a Rikshaw ride down the wall in different seasons, with exploding fireworks. Well worth the time.
Fabulous fun in historic Santo Domingo!
njcavalier,,Aug 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the 4D experience during a recent visit to Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial — and we loved it! We were not sure what to expect, but it turned out to be great fun and thoroughly enjoyable. An immersive experience with great audio, visual and other special effects (the seats move during the rumble of the battle!), the film at the center of the experience is also an interesting retelling of Sir Francis Drake’s 1586 attack on Santo Domingo. And no sooner was that film done when we were plunged into a second film that had us on a virtual roller coaster ride on the Great Wall of China that was pure fun!
Very good!
daniel jfsantos,,Aug 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very interesting film to understand the history of the place. The cinema is spectacular and the staff are friendly (Ana is very friendly). We recommend!