Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San Salvador September 2025 | Expedia.ca [San Salvador Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador.dx6053734)[Hotels in San Salvador](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-Hotels.d6053734.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Salvador](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Salvador.d6053734.Travel-Guide-Flights)[San Salvador Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Salvador.d6053734.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Salvador Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador.d6053734.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in San Salvador ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Salvador Types of activities Where to stay [San Salvador travel guide](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador.dx6053734) ![San Salvador which includes a square or plaza and cbd](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79611-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Iglesia Don Rua showing a statue or sculpture and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79608-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Salvador](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79615-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Estadio Cuscatlan featuring a sporting event](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79617-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Salvador featuring street scenes and mist or fog](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79621-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## San Salvador Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that San Salvador has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours San Salvador is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in San Salvador to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### San Salvador Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of San Salvador. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to San Salvador attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in San Salvador ### Tours & day trips [See all 90 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Guided quad bike Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5034433/8552c88d-c3ef-46e7-8855-913cdf445026.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided quad bike Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador 1h 30m 8.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-quad-bike-tour-laguna-verde-de-apaneca-in-el-salvador.a5034433.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/404548/0eaa8f44-fbd4-4cdc-95e0-0c9731f23edf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites 9h 8.8/10 18 reviews Free cancellation available CA $138 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-combo-tour-volcanoes-lake-mayan-sites.a404548.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![The best of San Salvador: Boqueron, RainbowSlide, Historic Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1224677/2027376b-a27a-4645-aac8-f5606e71c91c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The best of San Salvador: Boqueron, RainbowSlide, Historic Centre 6h 10/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available CA $230 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-of-san-salvador-in-1-day-el-boqueron-rainbow-slide-historic-centre.a1224677.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48368584/a0bb9c21-990a-402b-b2bc-5c9cd296861f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour 8h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ruta-de-las-flores-cafe-albania.a48368584.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2224105/b3366ae5-a909-4447-bd0e-cf500c4ff050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City 9h 10/10 4 reviews CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ana-volcano-hike-tour-from-el-tunco-beach.a2224105.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1216725/a17e7a43-013b-43b0-98dd-5a2b4c3dc60a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun! 8h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-the-heart-of-coffee-country-and-ruta-de-las-flores-a-day-full-of-fun.a1216725.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![We are Dave and Adrian, let´s discover the best of San Salvador.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48952684/0ccd2394-f283-4ea9-9e6b-a0d3f3220f17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### We are Dave and Adrian, let´s discover the best of San Salvador. 3h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/walking-tour-to-discover-san-salvador.a48952684.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1240623/571cc4bb-7987-4e0b-aa88-d7ad7ef57c9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tamanique Waterfalls Complex Trek + El Tunco Beach 7h Free cancellation available CA $122 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-tamanique-waterfalls-complex-surf-city-el-tunco-beach.a1240623.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47226330/1bec5dd6-25a9-42b0-842b-072f1f0ac5f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car 3h 8.8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-of-san-salvador-from-the-former-cable-car.a47226330.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![El Salvador Flower Route and Albania Coffee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48877091/15de54df-3bbe-46ef-91ee-5cbbde6a3c18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Salvador Flower Route and Albania Coffee 8h Free cancellation available CA $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-salvador-flower-route-and-albania-coffee.a48877091.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 41 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1216725/a17e7a43-013b-43b0-98dd-5a2b4c3dc60a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coffee Country and Ruta de las Flores. A day full of fun! 8h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-the-heart-of-coffee-country-and-ruta-de-las-flores-a-day-full-of-fun.a1216725.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47226330/1bec5dd6-25a9-42b0-842b-072f1f0ac5f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car 3h 8.8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-of-san-salvador-from-the-former-cable-car.a47226330.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![From Airport to CARDEDEU and Finca CAMPO BELLO SANTA ANA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2686859/2efa189b-751d-464a-a4fb-2641d59ec316.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Airport to CARDEDEU and Finca CAMPO BELLO SANTA ANA 3h Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/transport-cardedeu-coatepeque-lake.a2686859.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![El Salvador Mayan Route - Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/401184/7f847aa1-84f4-46ca-aa99-8f1eee070358.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Salvador Mayan Route - Full Day Tour 8h 8.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $152 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-salvador-mayan-route-full-day-tour.a401184.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Wet & Wild: Tamanique Waterfalls + Craft Beer sampling & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4276481/51f2e6aa-d854-410e-8418-3664e419197e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wet & Wild: Tamanique Waterfalls + Craft Beer sampling & Lunch 6h Free cancellation available CA $202 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wet-wild-tamanique-waterfalls-world-famous-el-tunco-beach-lunch-included.a4276481.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Half Day Mayan Tour - Joya de Cerén & San Andrés](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/401192/996e88fc-3623-46be-ab39-8f21a99a3300.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Mayan Tour - Joya de Cerén & San Andrés 4h 7.6/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $124 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-mayan-tour-joya-de-ceren-san-andres.a401192.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/404578/cf1b9332-f9d4-44d5-8fe6-392a5532418b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience 8h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $105 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/colonial-suchitoto-half-daytour.a404578.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47931247/d667d707-cbea-4e2c-b9e8-2a06cd691324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos 11h 2/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-salvador-tour-de-dia-ruta-de-las-flores-y-pueblos-vivos.a47931247.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Transport VOLCANO El BOQUERON and Picnic Steak House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2687389/e21aab3d-fcfd-4488-90cb-f56fe2920358.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Transport VOLCANO El BOQUERON and Picnic Steak House 3h 2/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $118 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-boqueron-national-park-san-salvador.a2687389.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Flowers Route Tour-Colonial Towns, Handicraft & Coffee Plantation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/401160/9faa1dbf-275a-409b-b824-0a81dbd321f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Flowers Route Tour-Colonial Towns, Handicraft & Coffee Plantation 9h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $124 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/flowers-route-tour-colonial-towns-handicraft.a401160.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Pupusa Full Immersion Cooking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49888400/095c664e-ea74-4422-b369-74fa96ade1e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pupusa Full Immersion Cooking Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $82 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pupusa-full-immersion-cooking-tour.a49888400.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Private Coffee Tasting and Pairing Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46998733/a1287298-a927-4ba5-8ceb-0f5b77a6e471.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Coffee Tasting and Pairing Class 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-coffee-tasting-and-pairing-class.a46998733.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ![Peñón de Comasagua, Surf City and Sunset Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47830480/ad55213b-539f-4995-b79f-93bbe4c78e30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Peñón de Comasagua, Surf City and Sunset Park 10h Free cancellation available CA $139 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/penon-de-comasagua-surf-class-and-sunset-park.a47830480.activity-details?&rid=6053734&location=San+Salvador&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in San Salvador | Number of things to do | 101 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-latin-america-package.a50442710.activity-details): CA $8 | | Top 5 things to do | - [eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-latin-america-package.a50442710.activity-details) - [Guided quad bike Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-quad-bike-tour-laguna-verde-de-apaneca-in-el-salvador.a5034433.activity-details) - [The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-combo-tour-volcanoes-lake-mayan-sites.a404548.activity-details) - [Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/relaxing-at-the-hot-spring-with-our-thermas-tour.a1244856.activity-details) - [The best of San Salvador: Boqueron, RainbowSlide, Historic Centre](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-of-san-salvador-in-1-day-el-boqueron-rainbow-slide-historic-centre.a1224677.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Guided quad bike Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-quad-bike-tour-laguna-verde-de-apaneca-in-el-salvador.a5034433.activity-details) - [We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/walking-tour-to-discover-san-salvador.a48952684.activity-details) - [Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-of-san-salvador-from-the-former-cable-car.a47226330.activity-details) - [From Airport to CARDEDEU and Finca CAMPO BELLO SANTA ANA](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/transport-cardedeu-coatepeque-lake.a2686859.activity-details) - [Have fun and explore the historic centre of San Salvador](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cultural-and-historical-walking-tour-in-san-salvador.a49222495.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Guided quad bike Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-quad-bike-tour-laguna-verde-de-apaneca-in-el-salvador.a5034433.activity-details) - [Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/relaxing-at-the-hot-spring-with-our-thermas-tour.a1244856.activity-details) - [Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ruta-de-las-flores-cafe-albania.a48368584.activity-details) - [Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ana-volcano-hike-tour-from-el-tunco-beach.a2224105.activity-details) - [We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/walking-tour-to-discover-san-salvador.a48952684.activity-details) | ## What to do in San Salvador * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in San Salvador ![Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes modern architecture, a monument and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79623-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monumento al Salvador del Mundo Admire one of the most famous landmarks in El Salvador, a towering memorial dedicated to the country’s patron, Jesus Christ. [](https://expedia.ca/Monumento-Al-Salvador-Del-Mundo-Escalon.d6112356.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunzal Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7448273114dea6a2cbedfd14ddaf7883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunzal Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sunzal Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Tamanique. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sunzal-Beach-San-Salvador.d6112346.Vacation-Attraction) ![Estadio Cuscatlan](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79630-Estadio-Cuscatlan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuscatlán Stadium El Salvador’s national stadium is one of the country’s most famous sporting arenas and a performance venue for major international music artists. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuscatlan-Stadium-San-Salvador.d6112320.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palacio Nacional which includes tropical scenes and château or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79646-Palacio-Nacional.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Palace-Of-El-Salvador-San-Salvador-Historical-Center.d6112322.Vacation-Attraction) ![El Palmarcito Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/35720a42446d1ef2e2dfd3bbb99bafb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### El Palmarcito Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at El Palmarcito Beach during your trip to Tamanique? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Palmarcito-Beach-San-Salvador.d553248635975257308.Vacation-Attraction) ![Catedral Metropolitano featuring a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79669-Catedral-Metropolitano.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Catedral Metropolitano Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Catedral-Metropolitano-San-Salvador-Historical-Center.d6112316.Vacation-Attraction) #### Metrocentro During your trip to San Salvador, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Metrocentro. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Metrocentro-San-Salvador.d6139901.Vacation-Attraction) #### La Gran Via Shopping Center During your visit to Antiguo Cuscatlán, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at La Gran Via Shopping Center. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/La-Gran-Via-Shopping-Center-San-Salvador.d6112342.Vacation-Attraction) #### El Majahual Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, El Majahual Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to La Libertad. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Majahual-Beach-San-Salvador.d6351656.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of San Salvador ![San Salvador showing religious aspects and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79616-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Salvador Historical Center If you're spending some time in San Salvador Historical Center, Catedral Metropolitano and National Library are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-San-Salvador-Historical-Center.dx690999297489854464) ![Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes a monument, city views and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79622-San-Salvador-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Escalón While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Monumento al Salvador del Mundo and Plaza Futura. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-Escalon.dx910477271798677504) ![Museo de Arte de El Salvador which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79664-Museo-De-Arte-De-El-Salvador.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-Zona-Rosa.dx839430073292943360) ![Museo de Arte de El Salvador which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79664-Museo-De-Arte-De-El-Salvador.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Benito While visiting San Benito, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-San-Benito.dx910627081086328832) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Playa San Diego Playa San Diego might not have many top sights, but San Diego Beach and Sunset Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-Playa-San-Diego.dx643562232638169088) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Salvador-San-Diego.dx6351736) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from San Salvador ![La Libertad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/efe85cdea78b27f48251e41c1b78f6ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### La Libertad [](https://expedia.ca/La-Libertad.dx6143308) ![Photo by James Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/abf33b7237abda8763fdb97f7f1481ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Tecla [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Tecla.dx6244211) ![Photo by PollitoAventurero](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ff1ae70339d9ab27cf7fe514cac2a922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Luis Talpa [](https://expedia.ca/San-Luis-Talpa.dx6296361) ![Tamanique](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7448273114dea6a2cbedfd14ddaf7883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamanique [](https://expedia.ca/Tamanique.dx6339266) ![Torre Cuscatlan which includes modern architecture and a high-rise building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79649-Torre-Cuscatlan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Antiguo Cuscatlán [](https://expedia.ca/Antiguo-Cuscatlan.dx6351632) ![Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f02b14148dc4a583eec201fe8529474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Sunzal [](https://expedia.ca/El-Sunzal.dx6351659) ![Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f02b14148dc4a583eec201fe8529474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### El Tunco [](https://expedia.ca/El-Tunco.dx3000475627) ![Photo by Mark & Kylee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9f080d1a3244146966f3c14da912b9a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chiltiupan [](https://expedia.ca/Chiltiupan.dx553248630499439945) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is San Salvador worth visiting? > Famous for its culture and nature, discovering awesome things to do in San Salvador is easy. Don't forget to add National Palace of El Salvador to your itinerary while here. ### How do I spend a day in San Salvador? > Begin your day with a visit to National Palace of El Salvador and Centro Monsenor Romero. Then, check out different parts of San Salvador for a quick bite and some souvenir shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in San Salvador? > Don't leave without exploring National Palace of El Salvador, ranked the top tourist attraction in San Salvador. ### Is three days enough to stay in San Salvador? > Three days will give you enough time to check out some popular city highlights, including National Palace of El Salvador, Centro Monsenor Romero and President Theatre. The average stay in San Salvador is three days. If you have the urge to extend your vacation, Antiguo Cuscatlán isn't far away. ### Is San Salvador a walkable city? > With exciting neighbourhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city centre, San Salvador is a great place to visit on foot. Wander between National Palace of El Salvador and Tin Marin Children's Museum. Then take a stroll around San Salvador Historical Centre, located 0.48 kilometres from the centre, and Colonia Flor Blanca, which is about 3 kilometres away. ### What are some activities to do in San Salvador with kids? > If you are after activities and attractions for all of your group, here are some terrific ideas for what to do in San Salvador with kids. > > > > - [Guided quad bike Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-quad-bike-tour-laguna-verde-de-apaneca-in-el-salvador.a5034433.activity-details) > - [Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/relaxing-at-the-hot-spring-with-our-thermas-tour.a1244856.activity-details) > - [Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ruta-de-las-flores-cafe-albania.a48368584.activity-details) > - [Santa Ana Volcano Hike Tour from Surf City](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-ana-volcano-hike-tour-from-el-tunco-beach.a2224105.activity-details) > - [We are Dave and Adrian, let ́s discover the best of San Salvador.](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/walking-tour-to-discover-san-salvador.a48952684.activity-details) ### What to do in San Salvador for adults? > From tasty dishes and cultural gems to thrilling adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences, there's no shortage of exciting things to do in San Salvador for adults. ### Are there free things to do in San Salvador? > From visiting parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in San Salvador. 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