Plaza Mayor hotels in Old Town, Spain

Plaza Mayor is in Old Town, a walkable area. The university setting alone might allure you, but this locale also has a variety of options for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. Many visitors come for its beautiful outdoor settings, especially the beaches. The area has hotels near Plaza Mayor, and it makes a great base for sightseeing in and around Salamanca.

More to see near Plaza Mayor

While out visiting Plaza Mayor, you can enjoy some other sightseeing in Old Town. The monuments and historic sites offer insight into the area's history, while the museums add a sense of refinement.

An enjoyable day at the park is awaiting you at Garden of Calisto and Melibea, Alamedilla Park, or Jesuitas Park. A visit to Plaza de Toros La Glorieta, Helmantico Stadium, or Villamayor Golf won't disappoint either.

Study the collections at Taurino Museum, Salamanca Museum, or Unamuno House-Museum. The local culture at La Malhablada, Liceo Theatre, and Cielo de Salamanca might be just what you're looking for. Learn about the local history at Salina Palace, Torre del Clavero Tower, and Anaya Palace. Monuments like Monterrey Palace, La Purisima Church, and Las Ursulas Convent and Museum honor the area. Take a tour of campus around Pontifical University of Salamanca, University of Salamanca, or College of Calatrava.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Plaza Mayor, Cathedral of Salamanca, and San Esteban Convent. San Martin Church, Church of San Benito, and Casa de las Conchas are other must-sees.

Getting to Plaza Mayor

Fly to the Salamanca (SLM-Matacan) airport, 8.6 miles (13.9 km) from Old Town, where you'll find Plaza Mayor. Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas) is the next closest airport, 115 miles (185.1 km) away. You can come by train, getting off at Salamanca Station.