Just 15 minutes east of the Dominican Capital, Santo Domingo, lies Boca Chica. This is a fishing village that has had its share of problems in the past as a tourist destination. Now, Boca Chica has shrugged off most of the negativity surrounding it and has become a popular destination for local and foriegn visitors alike.
Being so close to Santo Domingo, Boca Chica´s beach is considered as "the" beach of Santo Domingo. Due to its proximity to Santo Domingo´s Las Americas International Airport, it is very easy to get to and is an ideal destination to escape the daily hustle bustle of the Capital.
Boca Chica Map
Boca Chica, was developed with money made from the sugar industry while the Trujillo government was in power in the 1950´s. At his behest, the first modern hotel (today named the Oasis Hamaca) was constructed by Don Juan Vicini and since then many a local and ex-pat alike have purchased land and built their own homes along the coast of Boca Chica.
Boca Chica was the fashionable place to go in the 70´s and 80´s, but during the late 1970´s and 1980´s Boca Chica took a downturn due to the huge development and boom in business of the North Coast areas of Playa Dorada and Sosua. Today, the Oasis Hamaca and a handful of other small hotels are what keeps the area ticking over and if you are on vacation near the area like Juan Dolio or Santo Domingo, Boca Chica is well worth a visit.
The beach at Boca Chica is is one of the best beaches in the Dominican Republic, with its soft white sand and calm water. The cove is surrounded by a giant semi-circle shaped reef that extends from end to end and protrudes out beyond the water's surface, which forms a giant natural salt-water swimming pool. There are a wide range of watersports on offer, including paddle boats; kayaks; water skiing; and banana boat rides. If you feel a little less energetic, you can relax on the beach while soaking up some sun. 
There is a small but busy community here - along with shops, many restaurants and bars overlooking the sea, and beautiful beach located in the Bay of San Andres - For the seafood lovers amoung you, one "must do" is visit "Neptunos" restaurant. Located right on the water - Neptunos is the perfect place for a romantic evening with someone special. Serving the freshest catches of the day to the amazing desserts...this restaurant is was makes a visit to Boca Chica worthwhile!
