San Salvador Historical Center
San Salvador
Visit San Salvador Historical Center
Popular places to visit
National Palace of El Salvador
Admire the grandeur and opulence of a downtown architectural landmark, a large palace that once served as the seat of El Salvador’s government.
Catedral Metropolitano
Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral.
Plaza Libertad
This popular green space in the center of the city is famous for its historic monument to independence and its striking Catholic church.
Plaza Geraldo Barrios
You can learn about the history of San Salvador when you stop by Plaza Geraldo Barrios. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
El Rosario Church
Enjoy the natural light show via the colored glass of this architectural oddity, where the father of Central American independence is buried.
National Library
National Library is just one of the places to see in San Salvador, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Ana Volcano Tour: Beat the Crowds on an Early Morning Hike!
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience
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Ruta Flores Tour Full Experience:Albania Cafe, Ataco, Hot Springs
Top hotels in San Salvador Historical Center
Cardedeu Centro Histórico
the room was super nice and cleen/// staff super kind the manager the best attention with the guest///
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
My room only had fans, but this time of the year it would get cold at night. So I turned them off at night and was completely comfortable during the day. They cleaned and changed the linens every day. Very friendly and hospitable staff. Would stay there again!
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
Nice
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Hotel Abrego
Parking far away.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
503 Casa Hostal
Excelente ubicación y excelente comunicación con Leydi extraordinaria persona, gracias por su hospitalidad
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Lorenzo Hotel
Great location very clean and accesible I enjoyed staying here I will come back!
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Salvador Historical Center
Colonia Flor Blanca
Colonia Flor Blanca might not have many top sights, but Estadio Magico Gonzales and Metrocentro are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Colonia Miramonte
Though Colonia Miramonte might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Metrocentro and Estadio Magico Gonzales.
San Benito
While visiting San Benito, you might make a stop by sights like Bambu City Center and Museo de Arte de El Salvador.
Escalón
While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Futura and Monumento al Salvador del Mundo.
Zona Rosa
If you're spending some time in Zona Rosa, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center are top sights worth seeing.
San Diego
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in San Diego. You might want to make time for a stop at San Diego Beach or El Amatal Beach.
