San Salvador Historical Center

San Salvador

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

Popular places to visit

Palacio Nacional which includes tropical scenes and château or palace

National Palace of El Salvador

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 featuring a church or cathedral

Catedral Metropolitano

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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 which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Plaza Libertad

4/5(8 reviews)

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 which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

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 interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral

El Rosario Church

5/5(2 reviews)

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

CA $137
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour
eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package

eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package

CA $7
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package
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.

CA $48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.
Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos

Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos

CA $150
per adult
Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos
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

CA $41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Salvador Food Tour and Market Shopping
Volcanoes National Park and Coatepeque Lake

Volcanoes National Park and Coatepeque Lake

CA $137
per adult
Volcanoes National Park and Coatepeque Lake
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San Salvador Historical Center Hotel Deals

Cardedeu Centro Histórico

Cardedeu Centro Histórico

4 out of 5
2a Avenida Sur, San Salvador
The price is CA $190 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $190
CA $224 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"The Best"

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 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
Fully refundable
The price is CA $42 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
CA $42
CA $50 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
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! (241 reviews)
"Very Friendly receptionists clean rooms and bathroom very reasonable prices"

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

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 CA $31 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $31
CA $37 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
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! (78 reviews)
"Small but great price"

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 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
The price is CA $28 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $28
CA $33 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
6.4/10 (40 reviews)
"Over all great experience"

Reviewed on Apr. 9, 2025

Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico
Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

2 out of 5
3 Avenida Norte, San Salvador, San Salvador Department
The price is CA $68 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
CA $68
CA $83 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
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! (162 reviews)
"Love"

Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2025

Hotel Abrego
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 CA $48 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $48
CA $57 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
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! (12 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 which includes 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 which includes 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 monument, city views and a statue or sculpture

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

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