Old Town Salamanca Travel Guide

Salamanca

A historic cathedral with a large dome and bell tower, surrounded by urban buildings and greenery.
An outdoor café with arches and tables under street lamps, overlooking a historic building with ornate architecture.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a courtyard filled with outdoor seating.
A historic cathedral with a large dome and intricate spires, surrounded by lush greenery.
A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, ornate columns, and stained glass windows.

Stay near popular Old Town Salamanca attractions

An outdoor café with arches and tables under street lamps, overlooking a historic building with ornate architecture.

Plaza Mayor

9.8/10 (925 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Salamanca Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. Spanish

Salamanca Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. Spanish

£10
per adult
Salamanca Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. Spanish
Facade of the university

Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)

£30
per adult
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour

Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour

£22
per adult
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
The Best of Salamanca

The Best of Salamanca (English)

£25
per adult
The Best of Salamanca (English)
TOP Salamanca : Private guided tour with your mobile

TOP Salamanca : Private guided tour with your mobile

£4
per adult
TOP Salamanca : Private guided tour with your mobile
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle

Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle

£22
per adult
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle
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Top hotels in Old Town Salamanca

NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos

NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos

4 out of 5
Calle San Pablo, 58 Salamanca Salamanca
The price is £104 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£104
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (686 reviews)
"This hotel was amazing. Staff were very polite and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. We had a great time and we recommend this hotel. Definitely will stay again in this hotel next time we visit Salamanka."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca

Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca

3 out of 5
C/ Concejo Nº 4 Salamanca
The price is £39 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£39
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (631 reviews)
"Fair enough for the price! I’ll book again when back in Salamanca."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Eurostars Las Claras

Eurostars Las Claras

4 out of 5
Calle Marquesa de Almarza, s/n Salamanca Salamanca
The price is £59 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£59
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (977 reviews)
"Great location I’d going to the university to certain campus"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Eurostars Las Claras
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels

Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels

5 out of 5
Arroyo de Santo Domingo, 3 Salamanca Salamanca
The price is £168 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£168
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (845 reviews)
"Stunning hotel in a great location, view from the pool is like a postcard. Breakfast is next level with an extremely high quality buffet with the option to also order hot food from a menu. Couple of areas need improvement for this to be a truly 5 star hotel - bathrooms in the rooms, broken umbrellas ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca

Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca

4 out of 5
C/ Espoz y Mina, 23-25 Salamanca Salamanca
The price is £68 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£68
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Plaza Mayor and Estatua de Miguel ...
9/10 Wonderful! (477 reviews)
"Ideal location just a few steps from the main square, close to restaurants, the university and to shopping. Excellent service, powerful AC for those 36C days. The staff were super helpful and the breakfast was delicious and plentiful with healthy options. There is also a small grocery store, pharmacy ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms

Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms

3 out of 5
Calle la Rosa 4 Salamanca Salamanca
The price is £36 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£36
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Liceo Theatre and Alamedilla Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Salamanca. The property was beautifully clean, very well maintained, and had a modern feel throughout. The room was extremely comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day of sightseeing. Its location was perfect, close enough to all the main attractions, ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
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Where to stay in Old Town Salamanca

Find the best Old Town Salamanca areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Town Salamanca
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A historic plaza with ornate architecture, outdoor seating, and a large building in the background.

Salamanca Centro

Salamanca Centro is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas.

A large, historic building with a central entrance, columns, and arched windows.

Prosperidad

Travellers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Santo Tomás

Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.

A historic plaza with a large ornate building, featuring a central archway and multiple balconies.

San Bernardo

Visitors to San Bernardo appreciate its historical sites. A visit to La Rana and Casa de las Conchas might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

A stone pathway leading to a historic building with a dome, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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 Las Duenas Convent.

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