Fontana
Salamanca
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Gaze up at the majestic walls enclosing the heart of one of Spain’s most lively plazas where cobblestone paths pass upscale boutiques and restaurants serving traditional tapas.
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
San Esteban Convent
Go on a self-guided tour of the church, chapels and cloister of this centuries-old convent. Admire gorgeous religious art and see where a saint confessed her sins.
Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.
New Cathedral of Salamanca
Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.
Casa de las Conchas
Count the regularly spaced scallop shells that adorn the walls of this historic 500-year-old building surrounded by symbols of love.
Things to do
Salamanca & Ávila Full-Day Tour + Cathedral & Medieval Wall Tickets
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
Top hotels in Fontana
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Yo modernizaría la ducha …
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Room air conditioner was not working properly, and mini bar fridge was not cooling at all.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Hotel Mercado by gaiarooms
This place is a little gem. Yes it's older and the rooms a bit smaller but it has everything you need in a fantastic location. great staff too
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Parador de Salamanca
My favorite part of the hotel was the staff. Excellent customer service, with a special thank you to the bar and dining staff. The night time views from the hotel of Salamanca while having a cocktail are wonderful.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
The on-site parking garage was excellent. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Suggestion for dinner was exactly what we needed. The room was comfortable and more than adequate.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
The staff was very friendly
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fontana
Tenerías
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Tenerías. You might want to make time for a stop at Salamanca Automobile History Museum or Monumento al Lazarillo de Tormes.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historic sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or La Rana while you're exploring the area.
San José
Though San José might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
Prosperidad
Travelers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Salamanca Centro
Salamanca Centro is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas.
