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.
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Take a tour of this private Roman Catholic educational institution and snap photos of the panoramic vista of the old town from the historic church bell tower.
Roman Bridge
Get to Salamanca's historical center by walking along its ancient Roman crossing, which was immortalized in a once-banned Spanish novella.
Activities
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
TOP Salamanca : Private guided tour with your mobile
Our pick of the best Van Dyck Hotel Deals
Hostal Carmen by gaiarooms
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
Hostal Lucía by gaiarooms
Eurostars Las Claras
Overall great hotel with good location. A/C was not working on our second night which was not great but too late at night to do anything about it…otherwise it was a very nice stay.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Muy limpio , el staff muy amable, el aire no servía
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Convenient location and a lovely view of the cathedral from our window.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
All Staff were amazing. Location in old city just a few minutes walk from universities, cathedrals, shops and restaurants. We spent a wonderful couple of nights culminating in the hotel restaurant Menu Degustation with wine pairing at a very reasonable price! Fabulous. Highly recommended all ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Van Dyck
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.
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.
Alamedilla
Alamedilla is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Liceo Theatre and Plaza Mayor if you have time to explore the area.
Delicias
While Delicias isn't home to many top sights, Liceo Theatre and Plaza Mayor are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Garrido Norte
When in Garrido Norte, you can plan a visit to Multiusos Sanchez Paraiso and La Glorieta Bull Ring, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
