Known for its sugar factories, the area of La Romana is one of the more industrialized in the Dominican Republic.

During the six months when sugar is not in high production, workers often compete in baseball games against other sugar mill workers. This has helped to brew the excitement and passion for baseball that has become synonymous with the country. Baseball fans will want to take in a game at the Michelin Baseball Stadium located at the city's west end.

To the northeast of the stadium is the Mercado Municipal, an open-air marketplace spanning several city blocks where tourists can purchase fresh produce and shop for crafts and souvenirs.