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.
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.
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.
Activities
Santa Ana Volcano Tour: Beat the Crowds on an Early Morning Hike!
Charming Colonial Suchitoto Tour Experience
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe
El Salvador: Santa Ana Volcano Hike and Coatepeque Lake Stop
Our pick of the best San Salvador Historical Center Hotel Deals
Cardedeu Centro Histórico
Everything was excellent. They just need to add more breakfast choices
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
This hotel really changed my impression of Bogotá. Safe, decent neighborhood. Excellent buffet breakfast. One of the best. I could not have asked for more
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
Great value for the price, location was walkable to the historic center, front desk was staffed at all times and helped to facilitate transportation. Like other guests mentioned this hotel does not have hot water, but this is common in many buildings in El Salvador. The room had air conditioning, ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Abrego
Everyone was very helpful. They were always there to answer the door to let you in, it felt very safe.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico
The cheapest hotel in San Salvador. Private bathroom. TV. Late check out. Helpful staff. Of you are on a low budget this place is good for a night o two. 15 minutes walk to the main square
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
503 Casa Hostal
Siempre un gusto, la atencion las habitaciones, full recomendados
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
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.
Escalón
While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Futura and Monumento al Salvador del Mundo.
Zona Rosa
While visiting Zona Rosa, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center.
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.
