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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
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
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
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
Catedral Metropolitano which includes a church or cathedral

Catedral Metropolitano

Discover beautiful works of art and visit the tomb of an important religious figure at El Salvador’s national cathedral.

Catedral Metropolitano

Things to do

Volcano in El Salvador

The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites

£73
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
The best Full Day Combo Tour - Volcanoes, Lake & Mayan Sites
The best of San Salvador: Boqueron, RainbowSlide, Historic Center

The best of San Salvador: Boqueron, RainbowSlide, Historic Center

£121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The best of San Salvador: Boqueron, RainbowSlide, Historic Center
Relaxing Pools

Relax and Have Fun at the Hot Spring and Albania Cafe

£106
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

£37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tamanique Waterfalls tour from Surf City
El Salvador: Ruta de las Flores and Rainbow Slide Day Trip

Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour

£74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ruta de Las Flores: Charming Towns and Rainbow Slide Tour
Private Tour Of San Salvador From The Former Cable Car

Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car

£48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Private 4x4 Tour with View of San Salvador from the Former Cable Car
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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 £84 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
£84
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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! (2,291 reviews)
"Perks for vip where good"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Barceló San Salvador
Hotel La Estancia

Hotel La Estancia

2.5 out of 5
Km40, Autopista Comalapa, San Luis Talpa, La Paz
The price is £36 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£36
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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.
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Hotel La Estancia
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! (27 reviews)
"Generally was grate."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

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Mini apartamento para 4 personas
Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador

Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador

3.5 out of 5
Contiguo a Centro Comercial La Gran Via, Antiguo Cuscatlán, LI
The price is £78 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£78
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Antiguo Cuscatlán. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"parking it's too far"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Fairfield by Marriott San Salvador
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 £118 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£118
29 Aug - 30 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! (781 reviews)
"It's an amazing hotel"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 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 £111 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
£111
12 Sept - 13 Sept
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel right across from the mall. This hotel has it all! Very beautiful and spacious, clean with 3 restaurants of your liking and great food. The staff was wonderful and they went above and beyond to accommodate me from hotel pick up to drop off at the airport! I went to the spa and the ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Real InterContinental San Salvador at Metrocentro Mall by IHG
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Playa San Diego

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Playa San Diego
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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, Bambu City Center and Museo de Arte de El Salvador 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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