Old Town Salamanca Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Salamanca
Popular places to visit
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
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.
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.
Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum
View a vast collection of decorative objects, jewelry and everyday items in styles that were hugely popular in the early 20th century.
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.
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.
Activities
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca Evening Walking Tour bilingual
Salamanca Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. Spanish
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Old Town Salamanca Hotel Deals
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
"Beautiful hotel set in an amazing location. Stayed with my dog who adored the squeaky toy she was given. Staff extremely helpful and even allowed us to eat breakfast outside as we didn't want to leave our dog in the room. Would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Eurostars Las Claras
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
"Great location and staff, amazing breakfast! The family room was smaller than expected. The wifi signal was inconsistent and the AC didn’t adjust. We loved the city and would definitely come back."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
"Very nice room, pretty garden view, quiet, great location. The restaurant there is very good."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Salamanca. The property was beautifully clean, very well maintained, and had a modern feel throughout. The room was extremely comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day of sightseeing. Its location was perfect, close enough to all the main attractions, ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca
"The room was clean and comfortable. The mattresses, however, felt old and uneven; when turning over in bed, I felt like I was sliding toward the edge. Breakfast was good, and the location was excellent. The only downside was that the hotel was difficult to find—both Google Maps and Waze stopped about ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Town Salamanca
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.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
Montalvos
Montalvos is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Prosperidad
Travellers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Labradores
Visitors to Labradores appreciate its shopping. A visit to Liceo Theatre and Plaza Mayor might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
