San Salvador Historical Center
San Salvador
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
Santa Ana Volcano Tour: Beat the Crowds on an Early Morning Hike!
El Salvador: Santa Ana Volcano Hike and Coatepeque Lake Stop
San Salvador: Historical Center walking tour
Express Tour Historic Center San Salvador
Top hotels in San Salvador Historical Center
Cardedeu Centro Histórico
Great service, safe and convenient to all key sites location.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
Beautiful place, clean, friendly staff, 15 min walk to downtown
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
If you're looking for a place to just sleep, this place is great. It is not far from the historic center and shopping centers. You can walk to them 15-20 minutes or get a taxi/bus. The room was clean and had a fan. The staff is also friendly and helpful. They offer free coffee during certain hours. ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Abrego
Everything was good. The room was clean The stuff was friendly. And the area where the hotel is located is so convenient to enjoy the new San Salvador.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
503 Casa Hostal
Parking was $5 and it was behind the building
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Lorenzo Hotel
Everything was great
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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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 Walter Thilo Deininger National Park.
