Salamanca Centro Travel Guide
Salamanca
Visit Salamanca Centro
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.
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.
Things to do
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Top hotels in Salamanca Centro
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Breakfast is superb
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
Room design, high quality presentation
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
The staff was great, the room excellent, excellent bed, prime location.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
Great building and room. We wish we have had better service.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Salamanca Centro
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or La Rana while you're exploring the area.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
Tenerías
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Tenerías. You might want to make time for a stop at Salamanca Automobile History Museum or Monumento al Lazarillo de Tormes.
Alamedilla
Alamedilla is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas if you have time to explore the area.
Labradores
Visitors to Labradores appreciate its shopping. A visit to Plaza Mayor and La Glorieta Bull Ring might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Fontana
While Fontana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Esteban Convent and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
