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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Salamanca Evening Walking Tour bilingual
Salamanca Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. Spanish
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 Lucía by gaiarooms
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
"Great location and staff. The AC tho in our suite wasn’t cooling enough."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Mercado by gaiarooms
"The ac does not work. The area is very noise impossible to sleep before 3 am"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Eurostars Las Claras
"I highly recommend this hotel. I would return there"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Parador de Salamanca
"Clean and well posoyio"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
AZZ Salamanca Montalvo
"Great location off the highway. Staff very helpful. Breakfast was excellent."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Van Dyck
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.
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 Liceo Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Capuchinos
While there might not be top attractions in Capuchinos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like La Glorieta Bull Ring and Multiusos Sanchez Paraiso.
