San José
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
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca: Private tour of the most important sites
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in San José
Parador de Salamanca
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025
Vincci Ciudad de Salamanca
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San José
Fontana
Fontana might not have many top sights, but San Esteban Convent and Las Duenas Convent are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Montalvos
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Montalvos and you might want to plan a stop by Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum while you're in the area.
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.
Zurguén
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zurguén and surrounding area, you can visit Roman Bridge and Salamanca Automobile History Museum.
Arrabal
Historic sites and restaurants are notable features of Arrabal. You might consider a stop by Roman Bridge while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.