Van Dyck Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor

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.

Plaza Mayor
University of Salamanca

University of Salamanca

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

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

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

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 Van Dyck Hotel Deals

Hostal Carmen by gaiarooms

Hostal Carmen by gaiarooms

1 out of 5
Avenida De Mirat 15, Salamanca, Salamanca
Stay at this hostal in Salamanca. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Alamedilla Park and Liceo Theatre are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (14 reviews)
"The area surrounding the hostel is great, plenty of shops and dining options however check in was a bit tricky but the hostel staff was great at solving my issues. The room is extremely small but warm and clean, my only issue was the size of the bathroom it was complicated to take shower without ..."

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2023

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Hostal Carmen by gaiarooms
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Van Dyck

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Salesas

While Salesas isn't home to many top sights, La Glorieta Bull Ring and Multiusos Sanchez Paraiso are some notable places to visit nearby.

Salesas
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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.

Labradores
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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.

Garrido Sur
Salamanca

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.

Vidal
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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.

Alamedilla
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Oeste

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Oeste

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