Alcázar de Colón (Columbus Palace)

Overlooking the Plaza de España and the Ozama River, the Alcázar de Colón (Columbus Palace) was constructed in the early 1500s as the residence for Diego Columbus, son of Christopher Columbus. This historic building, with its stone walls and colonial architecture, stands as a testament to the early Spanish presence in the New World. Today, it serves as one of the Colonial Zone’s most popular museums, featuring period furniture, artworks, and artifacts from the 16th century, offering visitors a glimpse into the lives of the colonial elite.