San Salvador Historical Center Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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!
San Salvador: Historical Center walking tour
Express Tour Historic Center San Salvador
Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe
Top hotels in San Salvador Historical Center
Hotel Bella Luz Centro Historico
This hotel really changed my impression of Bogotá. Safe, decent neighborhood. Excellent buffet breakfast. One of the best. I could not have asked for more
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Cardedeu Centro Histórico
The location is great, but the parking situation needs improvement.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Villa Florencia Centro
Not all rooms have air condition, neither hot water, but shower water is warm for the most, not hot. Staff is very nice and helpful, some rooms are near to the street and could be noisy but is understandable because is at the hearth of San Salvador, staff got me another room that was quiet. And I ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Abrego
A great location for enjoying downtown El Salvador close to the library and palace and many nice plazas. It’s a safe area and the hotel is clean. Good luck finding it as there are no signs and so we asked someone. The security helped us park the car and get our suitcases. They were very helpful. ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
503 Casa Hostal
Parking was $5 and it was behind the building
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Pasadena II Centro Histórico
Decent for the price. Good location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
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.
