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

Palacio Nacional

Admire the grandeur and opulence of a downtown architectural landmark, a large palace that once served as the seat of El Salvador’s government.

Palacio Nacional
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
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
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

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

Guided ATV Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador

Guided ATV Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador

P2,040
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided ATV Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador
San Salvador City & Rainbow Slide- Full Day Tour

San Salvador City & Rainbow Slide- Full Day Tour

P4,460
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Salvador City & Rainbow Slide- Full Day Tour
El Salvador: Ruta de las Flores and Rainbow Slide Day Trip

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

P5,830
Per adult
El Salvador: Ruta de las Flores and Rainbow Slide Day Trip
Walking Tour to Discover San Salvador

I am Dave, discover the best of San Salvador with me in a fun way

P2,040
Per adult
I am Dave, discover the best of San Salvador with me in a fun way
Iglesia El Rosario

City Tour San Salvador

P4,080
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour San Salvador
Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos

Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos

P6,412
Per adult
Tour Ruta de Las Flores and pueblos vivos
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Top hotels in San Salvador Historical Center

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 P1,473 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
P1,473
P3,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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 ...
6.8/10 (29 reviews)
"Property is an ideal location. Infront of bus stop, universities, shops, restaurants, and walking distance to centro histórico and banks. Property has restaurant and parking. 3 min taxi to Metro centro shopping mall. Affordable. Ask for Don Gaby who is very friendly and helpful manager."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2024

Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
3 out of 5
3a Calle Poniente Shafik Handal 1023, San Salvador, SS
The price is P1,963 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
P1,963
P2,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
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! (208 reviews)
"Unique set up"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

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 P1,348 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
P1,348
P1,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (33 reviews)
"Great deal!!!"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2024

Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
Hotel Abrego
Hotel Abrego
2 out of 5
3 Avenida Norte, San Salvador, San Salvador Department
The price is P3,744 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
P3,744
P4,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (76 reviews)
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Reviewed on Nov 23, 2024

Hotel Abrego
Barceló San Salvador
Barceló San Salvador
4.5 out of 5
Ave Las Magnolias Y Blvd Del Hipodromo, San Salvador, SS
The price is P5,989 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
P5,989
P7,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,056 reviews)
"I was beyond happy with my stay. Staff was always so friendly and available to help. The transportation staff was amazing and love that they had taxis available that worked directly for the hotel. Ask for Mr Eduardo for your transportation needs. Overall, 10/10 my stay at the hotel"

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024

Barceló San Salvador
Argueta Hotel
Argueta Hotel
2.5 out of 5
Km40, Autopista Comalapa, San Luis Talpa, La Paz
The price is P2,441 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
P2,441
P2,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Talpa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
7.6/10 Good! (645 reviews)
"My daughter and I had a wonderful time wish we could have stayed longer."

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024

Argueta Hotel
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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 Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador del Mundo 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

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
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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 Walter Thilo Deininger National Park.

San Diego
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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.

Playa San Diego

San Salvador Historical Center