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

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.

P2,035
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador

Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador

P1,162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Sagrado Corazon

Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting

P3,459
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience

Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience

P4,360
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience
El Salvador: Ilamatepec Volcano

El Salvador: Ilamatepec Volcano (Santa Ana) Guided Tour

P5,813
per adult
El Salvador: Ilamatepec Volcano (Santa Ana) Guided Tour
San Salvador Half- day City tour

San Salvador Half- day City tour

P4,650
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Salvador Half- day City tour
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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
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! (220 reviews)
"I didn’t like that the parking lot was not in the building you have to park a block away. Is not easy when you have big luggage. We did get help but walking in the street with luggage I didn’t like. Also what I didn’t like was that I ordered a drink at the rooftop bar and when I was paying my drink ..."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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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! (246 reviews)
"No hot water in this hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

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Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
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! (192 reviews)
"Exelente place to stay in San Salvador"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

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Hotel Abrego
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 P1,329 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P1,329
P1,569 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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! (89 reviews)
"The property was in pretty good condition, the staff were polite and helpful, and the room was very clean (especially the bathroom). The bed was comfortable, the shower had ample room, and the water was neither too hot nor too cold. The only downsides are that it gets pretty loud in the morning when ..."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025

Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
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, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador del Mundo ...
6.4/10 (47 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 P2,117 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
P2,117
P2,499 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"No hot water, but who need it with such a warm country!! Love this hostal It really was not what i expected!! Definitely i will be back!!!"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

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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 Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center.

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 Bambu City Center 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