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.
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.
Casa de las Conchas
Count the regularly spaced scallop shells that adorn the walls of this historic 500-year-old building surrounded by symbols of love.
Things to do
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
Top hotels in Salamanca Centro
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Yo modernizaría la ducha …
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Room air conditioner was not working properly, and mini bar fridge was not cooling at all.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Mercado by gaiarooms
This place is a little gem. Yes it's older and the rooms a bit smaller but it has everything you need in a fantastic location. great staff too
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
The on-site parking garage was excellent. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Suggestion for dinner was exactly what we needed. The room was comfortable and more than adequate.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
The view from room 105 was beautiful. It had a balcony with table and chairs and overlooked the cathedral. The downside was the bed was very hard and uncomfortable so I woke up with Avery stiff back
Reviewed on 26 Oct 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.
San Vicente
Visitors to San Vicente enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Archbishop Fonseca College is worth a stop.
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.
