What to do in El Sunzal

Activities, attractions and tours

Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens
Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens
Photo by Tinik
Photo by Tinik
Photo by Tunco Life
Photo by Tunco Life

Places to Visit in El Sunzal

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What to do in El Sunzal

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Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes a monument, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo

Admire one of the most famous landmarks in El Salvador, a towering memorial dedicated to the country’s patron, Jesus Christ.

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo
Sunzal Beach

Sunzal Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sunzal Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Tamanique. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Sunzal Beach
Estadio Cuscatlan

Cuscatlán Stadium

El Salvador’s national stadium is one of the country’s most famous sporting arenas and a performance venue for major international music artists.

Cuscatlán Stadium
Palacio Nacional showing tropical scenes and a castle

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 Palace of El Salvador
El Palmarcito Beach

El Palmarcito Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at El Palmarcito Beach during your trip to Tamanique? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

El Palmarcito Beach
Catedral Metropolitano featuring a church or cathedral

Catedral Metropolitano

Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral.

Catedral Metropolitano

Metrocentro

During your trip to San Salvador, you can do some window-shopping at Metrocentro. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Metrocentro

La Gran Via Shopping Center

During your visit to Antiguo Cuscatlán, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at La Gran Via Shopping Center. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

La Gran Via Shopping Center

El Majahual Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, El Majahual Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to La Libertad. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

El Majahual Beach

 

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Day trip destinations from El Sunzal

San Salvador showing a square or plaza and city views

San Salvador

Frequently asked questions

Is El Sunzal worth visiting?
Renowned for its surfing and coastal beaches, discovering fun things to do in El Sunzal is easy. Remember to add El Palmarcito Beach to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in El Sunzal?
Begin your day with a visit to El Palmarcito Beach. Then, check out other parts of El Sunzal for local dining and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in El Sunzal?
Don't go home without exploring El Palmarcito Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in El Sunzal.
Is three days enough to stay in El Sunzal?
Three days is enough for a quick escape to El Sunzal — you'll tick off the main attractions and get a good feel for the place. But if you truly want to experience it all, book for at least a week or more to explore some nearby hotspots too.
Is El Sunzal a walkable city?
With top attractions like El Palmarcito Beach nearby, El Sunzal is very much a destination to enjoy on foot. Up for visiting some exciting neighbourhoods a walkable distance from downtown? Xanadu is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in El Sunzal with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a fun-filled itinerary makes all the difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in El Sunzal with kids.

What to do in El Sunzal for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or thrill seeker, there are plenty of things to do in El Sunzal for adults.
Are there free things to do in El Sunzal?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in El Sunzal is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. El Palmarcito Beach is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.