San Salvador Historical Center

San Salvador

San Salvador featuring religious aspects and a church or cathedral
San Salvador showing mist or fog and street scenes
Palacio Nacional showing a castle and interior views
Palacio Nacional which includes a castle
Palacio Nacional featuring street scenes, heritage elements and chateau or palace

Popular places to visit

Palacio Nacional featuring tropical scenes and a castle

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.

National Palace of El Salvador
Catedral Metropolitano which includes a church or cathedral

Catedral Metropolitano

Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral.

Catedral Metropolitano
Plaza Geraldo Barrios featuring a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and a fountain

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 Libertad
Plaza Geraldo Barrios featuring a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and a fountain

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.

Plaza Geraldo Barrios
El Salvador which includes religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

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.

El Rosario Church

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.

National Library

Things to do

El Salvador: Ruta de las Flores and Rainbow Slide Day Trip

Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour

P5,816
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour
Let ́s walk into downtown San Salvador, in the meantime lets enjoy some of the salvadorean drinks: Frescos de horchata or any seasonal fruits.

We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.

P2,036
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.
We will get deep into the salvadorean cousine and we will have a great time talking about the changes El Salvador has gone through in the last 5 years.

San Salvador Food Tour and Market Shopping

P1,744
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Salvador Food Tour and Market Shopping
Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos

Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos

P6,398
per adult
Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos
Volcanoes National Park and Coatepeque Lake

Volcanoes National Park and Coatepeque Lake

P5,816
per adult
Volcanoes National Park and Coatepeque Lake
2-Day Trip - Conchagua Volcano Sunrise, Camping and Beach Experience

2-Day Trip - Conchagua Volcano Sunrise, Camping and Beach Experience

P9,888
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
2-Day Trip - Conchagua Volcano Sunrise, Camping and Beach Experience
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Top hotels in San Salvador Historical Center

Cardedeu Centro Histórico

Cardedeu Centro Histórico

4 out of 5
2a Avenida Sur, San Salvador
The price is P7,962 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,962
P9,396 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
"Loved how it was right across from the cathedral and across from the square. The decor was absolutely lovely!"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Cardedeu Centro Histórico
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro

Hotel Villa Florencia Centro

3 out of 5
3a Calle Poniente Shafik Handal 1023, San Salvador, SS
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento ...
7.2/10 Good! (242 reviews)
"Very Friendly receptionists clean rooms and bathroom very reasonable prices"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico

Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico

2 out of 5
3a Calle Poniente Shafik Handal, San Salvador, San Salvador Department
The price is P1,306 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P1,306
P1,541 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
8/10 Very Good! (82 reviews)
"Small but great price"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

2 out of 5
3 Avenida Norte, San Salvador, San Salvador Department
Stay at this hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
8/10 Very Good! (174 reviews)
"The beds were great"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

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Hotel Abrego
Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico

Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico

2.5 out of 5
3a Calle Poniente Numero #1037, San Salvador
Stay at this hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
6.6/10 (45 reviews)
"They denies what was offer online (air conditioning) and wanted to charged more."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

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Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico
503 Casa Hostal

503 Casa Hostal

3 out of 5
Barrio Santa Lucía, 3ra calle Pte., Casa 620, San Salvador, San Salvador
The price is P2,080 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P2,080
P2,454 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hostal in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
"The place is neat and clean the staff is the best. Flexible and friendly Thanks Tony"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

503 Casa Hostal
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Other neighbourhoods around San Salvador Historical Center

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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 Flor Blanca
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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.

Colonia Miramonte
Museo de Arte de El Salvador featuring signage

San Benito

While visiting San Benito, you might make a stop by sights like Bambu City Center and Museo de Arte de El Salvador.

San Benito
Museo de Arte de El Salvador featuring signage

Zona Rosa

If you're spending some time in Zona Rosa, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and President Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Zona Rosa
Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes a statue or sculpture, a monument and central business district

Escalón

While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Monumento al Salvador del Mundo and Plaza Futura.

Escalón
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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.

San Diego

San Salvador Historical Center