Van Dyck Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 & Ávila Full-Day Tour
Salamanca: Private tour of the most important sites
Salamanca: Convents, Monasteries, and Churches Private Tour
Salamanca: Legends and Stories Private Night Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Van Dyck Hotel Deals
Hostal Lucía by gaiarooms
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Parador de Salamanca
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Eurostars Las Claras
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Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
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NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
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Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
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Other neighbourhoods around Van Dyck
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.
Garrido Sur
When in Garrido Sur, you can plan a visit to La Glorieta Bull Ring and Multiusos Sanchez Paraiso, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vidal
When in Vidal, you can plan a visit to La Glorieta Bull Ring and Archbishop Fonseca College, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Salamanca Centro
Salamanca Centro is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas.