Rinconcito

Every Sunday evening around 7:00 p.m. in the Colonial Zone, there is a free concert called Rinconcito, located in Las Ruinas de San Francisco. The concert is set amidst centuries-old ruins, up steeply inclined cobblestone streets, and is lively with bachata music, dancing, and, most importantly, loads of Presidente and Ron Brugal, rum and beer that are made on the island. Although it’s too crowded to spend hours there, or at least it is for expats who aren’t quite used to bumping up against drenched t-shirts, it is definitely worth stopping by for a Presidente or two.

To get to Rinconcito from the Hard Rock Café on El Conde, head north on Calle Isabel La Católica toward Calle General Luperón, turn left at Calle Vicente Celestino Duarte, take the second left onto Naranjito, turn left at Calle Restauración, then walk up the hill. Be sure to watch your step as the road is broken in spots. You will probably hear the concert before you see it, so don’t worry – you can’t miss it. If you get lost, just ask locals where Las Ruinas de San Francisco are, and they should be able to point you in the right direction.