About San Salvador
San Salvador is the capital of El Salvador, home to around 525,990 people.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in San Salvador
1
Metropolitan Cathedral Of San Salvador
2
National Palace
3
Monument to the Divine Savior of the World
4
Monument of Memory and Truth
5
Rosario Church
6
Dr. David J. Guzmán National Museum
7
Museum of Art of El Salvador
8
Monseñor Romero Center
Budget travel
Free things to do in San Salvador
Metropolitan Cathedral Of San Salvador
Monument to the Divine Savior of the World
Monument of Memory and Truth
Rosario Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Metropolitan Cathedral Of San Salvador
- Visit National Palace
- Visit Monument to the Divine Savior of the World
- Eat at La Panetière
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Monument of Memory and Truth
- Visit Rosario Church
- Visit Dr. David J. Guzmán National Museum
- Eat at Sal y pimienta
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Museum of Art of El Salvador
- Visit Monseñor Romero Center
- Visit National Theatre of El Salvador
- Eat at Restaurante Pasquale
Where to eat
La Panetière
Sal y pimienta
Restaurante Pasquale
Tre fratelli
Al Pomodoro
Dynasty
Sushi-Itto
Restaurante Pueblo Viejo
Where to stay
- Hostal Esencia Nativa
- International Guest House
- Hotel Tazumal House
- Ximenas Guest House
- Hostal Cumbres Del Volcan Flor Blanca
Shopping
- Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
Museums & culture
- Metropolitan Cathedral Of San Salvador
- National Palace
- Monument to the Divine Savior of the World
- Monument of Memory and Truth
- Rosario Church
- Dr. David J. Guzmán National Museum
In pictures
San Salvador gallery
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