Salamanca Centro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Salamanca Centro
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Gaze up at the majestic walls enclosing the heart of one of Spain’s most lively plazas where cobblestone paths pass upscale boutiques and restaurants serving traditional tapas.
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
San Esteban Convent
Go on a self-guided tour of the church, chapels and cloister of this centuries-old convent. Admire gorgeous religious art and see where a saint confessed her sins.
Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.
New Cathedral of Salamanca
Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.
Casa de las Conchas
Count the regularly spaced scallop shells that adorn the walls of this historic 500-year-old building surrounded by symbols of love.
Activities
Salamanca: Private tour of the most important sites
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Salamanca: Convents, Monasteries, and Churches Private Tour
Salamanca: Private Sightseeing & Cultural Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Salamanca Centro Hotel Deals
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Hotel Mercado by gaiarooms
Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
Ikonik Plaza Mercado
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Salamanca Centro
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or New Cathedral of Salamanca while you're exploring the area.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
Tenerías
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Tenerías. You might want to make time for a stop at Salamanca Automobile History Museum or Monumento al Lazarillo de Tormes.
Alamedilla
Alamedilla is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas if you have time to explore the area.
Oeste
You'll enjoy the art galleries and historical sites in Oeste. You might want to make time for a stop at La Calcografía or Iglesia de las Carmelitas.
Labradores
Visitors to Labradores appreciate its shopping. A visit to Plaza Mayor and La Glorieta Bull Ring might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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