San José Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Plaza Mayor
University of Salamanca

University of Salamanca

4/5(2 reviews)

Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.

University of Salamanca
San Esteban Convent

San Esteban Convent

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

San Esteban Convent
Old Cathedral of Salamanca

Old Cathedral of Salamanca

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.

Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Cathedral of Salamanca

New Cathedral of Salamanca

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.

New Cathedral of Salamanca
Casa de las Conchas

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.

Casa de las Conchas

Activities

New cathedral

Salamanca Evening Walking Tour bilingual

AU$62
per adult
Salamanca Evening Walking Tour bilingual
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour

Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour

AU$40
per adult
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
The Best of Salamanca

The Best of Salamanca (English)

AU$43
per adult
The Best of Salamanca (English)
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour

Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour

AU$62
per adult
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle

Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle

AU$45
per adult
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle
The Best of Salamanca Evening

The Best of Salamanca Evening (English)

AU$80
per adult
The Best of Salamanca Evening (English)
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Our pick of the best San José Hotel Deals

Exe Salamanca

Exe Salamanca

4 out of 5
Calle Alava, 8, Salamanca, Salamanca
The price is AU$133 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$133
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (406 reviews)
"Clean and good conditions"

Reviewed on 21 July 2025

Exe Salamanca
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos

NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos

4 out of 5
Calle San Pablo, 58, Salamanca, Salamanca
The price is AU$193 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$193
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (578 reviews)
"We had a duplex room which was cosy. The hotel is very well placed for the historic centre. The duplex suites are in a separate block in the back with cars parked directly outside and by underground garage entry and gate although we were not bothered by this in the end. Good restaurant next ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca

Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca

3 out of 5
C/ Concejo Nº 4, Salamanca
The price is AU$106 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$106
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (547 reviews)
"Hotel is in a great, central location a few mtrs from Plaza Mayor, despite its close proximity it was not noisey during day or night time. Short walking distance to cafes, bars, resaurants, shops etc. Room was a good size, a/c was working well. Buffet breakfast had a good choice of items, sufficient ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Parador de Salamanca

Parador de Salamanca

4 out of 5
Teso de la Feria, 2, Salamanca, Salamanca
The price is AU$123 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$123
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Roman Bridge and Enrique ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (553 reviews)
"The breakfast was healthy with loads of choices. Also lots of gluten free options. The hotel has impressive views of the cathedral and there is a quick shortcut through the back of the hotel, to a path that leads to the bridge and city. 15 minutes maximum at a slow pace. Staff very friendly and accommodating. ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Parador de Salamanca
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms

Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms

3 out of 5
Calle la Rosa 4, Salamanca, Salamanca
The price is AU$80 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$80
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Plaza Mayor and Taurino Museum are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 12 July 2025

Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca

Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca

4 out of 5
C/ Espoz y Mina, 23-25, Salamanca, Salamanca
The price is AU$160 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$160
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Plaza Mayor and Estatua ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (416 reviews)
Great hotel, cold reception.
"We stayed at Catalonia hotels in Ronda and Donostia, we liked this one as well, clean and quiet room and very well located once you find parking. Two things we didn't like though, the receptionist (one in the picture) did not welcome us and kind of lied to us that the included sparkling wine was ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca
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Other neighbourhoods around San José

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Tormes

While Tormes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.

Tormes
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Fontana

While Fontana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Esteban Convent and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.

Fontana
Salamanca

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.

Tenerías
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Santo Tomás

4/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.

Santo Tomás
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Prosperidad

Travellers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Prosperidad
Cathedral of Salamanca

Old Town Salamanca

5/5(10 area reviews)

Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or La Rana while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Salamanca

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