San Salvador Historical Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Salvador Historical Center
Popular places to visit
National Palace of El Salvador
Admire the grandeur and opulence of a downtown architectural landmark, a large palace that once served as the seat of El Salvador’s government.
Catedral Metropolitano
Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral.
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 Geraldo Barrios
You can find out about the history of San Salvador with a trip to Plaza Geraldo Barrios. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Activities
Guided ATV Tour Laguna Verde de Apaneca in El Salvador
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Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Santa Ana Volcano Tour: Beat the Crowds on an Early Morning Hike!
The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
Our pick of the best San Salvador Historical Center Hotel Deals
Cardedeu Centro Histórico
Bar was limited. Breakfast good. Nice clean organized rooms.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
The hotel is clean, the staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
2nd time we stay at this hotel its very good and reasonable. We like a lot.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Hotel Abrego
Excelent service
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico
They denies what was offer online (air conditioning) and wanted to charged more.
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
503 Casa Hostal
Nice place, close to City Center, plenty of food, shopping and culture on the short walk to the City Center. Staff greeted us. New AC worked great! The only complaint would be no hot water but the 'warm' shower was refreshing. The bathroom was small but clean
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Salvador Historical Center
Colonia Flor Blanca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Colonia Flor Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit Estadio Magico Gonzales and Metrocentro.
Colonia Miramonte
Colonia Miramonte might not have many top sights, but Metrocentro and Estadio Magico Gonzales are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
San Benito
If you're spending some time in San Benito, Bambu City Center and Museo de Arte de El Salvador are top sights worth seeing.
Zona Rosa
While visiting Zona Rosa, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center.
Escalón
While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Monumento al Salvador del Mundo and Plaza Futura.
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 El Amatal Beach.
