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San Salvador

Popular places to visit

Monumento al Salvador del Mundo featuring modern architecture, a monument 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
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
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
Palacio Nacional which includes tropical scenes and château or palace

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
Plaza Geraldo Barrios featuring a square or plaza, a fountain and a statue or sculpture

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 Libertad

Things to do

Relaxing Pools

Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe

฿4,672
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe
Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City

Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City

฿1,475
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City
Ruta de Flores Tour: Albania cafe, Ataco town, ATVs, hot springs

Ruta de Flores Tour: Albania cafe, Ataco town, ATVs, hot springs

฿3,731
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ruta de Flores Tour: Albania cafe, Ataco town, ATVs, hot springs
El Salvador: Ruta de las Flores and Rainbow Slide Day Trip

Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour

฿3,244
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour
Don't think too much. Just jump!...

Wet & Wild: Tamanique Waterfalls + Craft Beer sampling & Lunch

฿4,704
per adult
Wet & Wild: Tamanique Waterfalls + Craft Beer sampling & Lunch
Sagrado Corazon

Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting

฿1,930
per adult
Half Day Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador & Pupusas Tasting
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Top hotels in San Diego

Barceló San Salvador

Barceló San Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Ave Las Magnolias Y Blvd Del Hipodromo, San Salvador, SS
The price is ฿3,258 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,258
฿3,844 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,242 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Barceló San Salvador
Mini apartamento para 4 personas

Mini apartamento para 4 personas

3.5 out of 5
117 Av. San Jose, San Salvador, San Salvador
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"This property was a perfect quiet place to spend in San Salvador. Parking was in front of the property, so perfect if you have a rental, or taking local transportation. The host was very attentive, and very responsive. The place was very clean, provided water, provided shampoo, conditioner, body ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

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Mini apartamento para 4 personas
Argueta Hotel

Argueta Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Km40, Autopista Comalapa, San Luis Talpa, La Paz
Stay at this hotel in San Luis Talpa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"very good service"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Argueta Hotel
Cardedeu Centro Histórico

Cardedeu Centro Histórico

4 out of 5
2a Avenida Sur, San Salvador
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Metrocentro and Monumento al Salvador ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
"Love the hotel os very quiet the views and everything is walkable"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

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Cardedeu Centro Histórico
Hyatt Centric San Salvador

Hyatt Centric San Salvador

4.5 out of 5
Districto Comercial Cascadas, Calle El Pedregal y Avenida Sergio Paiz, Antiguo Cuscatlán, La Libertad
The price is ฿4,344 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿4,344
฿5,125 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Antiguo Cuscatlán. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (737 reviews)
"Great property, awesome pool. Connected to mall with restaurants and shopping."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Hyatt Centric San Salvador
Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG

Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG

5 out of 5
Blvd. de Los Heroes, San Salvador, SS
The price is ฿4,114 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿4,114
฿4,854 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Salvador. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The spa onsite was a great added bonus. The massages we had by two of the staff was an exceptional experience"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG
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Xanadu

While there might not be top attractions in Xanadu, you can explore the larger area and discover places like El Palmarcito Beach and Sunzal Beach.

Xanadu
Museo de Arte de El Salvador featuring signage

Zona Rosa

While visiting Zona Rosa, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and President Theater.

Zona Rosa
Museo de Arte de El Salvador featuring signage

San Benito

If you're spending some time in San Benito, Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center are top sights worth seeing.

San Benito
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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 Flor Blanca
San Salvador featuring a church or cathedral and religious elements

San Salvador Historical Center

If you're spending some time in San Salvador Historical Center, Catedral Metropolitano and National Library are top sights worth seeing.

San Salvador Historical Center

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