Location: San Salvador
Top Things to do in San Salvador
Top Restaurants in San Salvador
Things to do in San Salvador, San Salvador Department: The Best City Tours
El Salvador's capital, San Salvador, is a modern city of wide boulevards and narrow streets, outdoor markets, government buildings, high-rises, monuments, an exuberant nightlife, museums and other cultural institutions. And all set against the backdrop of San Salvador volcano. The city is surrounded by shantytowns as well as affluent suburbs with restaurants and large shopping malls. Peaceful settings such as the botanic garden of Parque Cuscutlan provide a break from the city's hectic pace.
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1. Full day | San Salvador City Tour and Boqueron Volcano
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Take this full day tour and visit the main streets and avenues of the great San Salvador on a Small Group Tour. This sightseen tour will take you to the main residential areas of the capital, the “El Salvador del Mundo” (Savior of the World Square), Plaza Masferrer and some of the best hidden spots of the city, as well Historical Center: Metropolitan Cathedral, National Palace and National Theater. In the afternoon you will visit the San Salvador Volcano and other interesting places.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, Bottled water, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Reviewed By gamblelisa
Well worth it - nice hike and beautiful volcano and views. It was very windy at the top and quite cold - bring an extra layer
2. San Salvador and Panchimalco City Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Dare to feel in touch with the cultural roots of El Salvador, starting in San Salvador. The city with greater political, economic, social and demographic importance, where you can understand the way of life of most Salvadorans. Then go to one of the oldest pre-Columbian cities of the country, Panchimalco. Colorful, art, history, natural beauty and friendly people, which also houses on its streets a peculiar church.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By ingvardrago
I also took their Ruta de las Flores tour along with this one to complete my weekend getaway to explore El Salvador! I’m so glad I did. Great communication from the start. Flexible and eager to work with my schedule and ideas to incorporate into the flow. Got to enjoy the fantastic Tunco beach and then got an evening tour of San Salvador on top of it . Just fantastic all around.
3. Layover, San Salvador City Tour ( Historical Center & Boqueron National Park).
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
5 hours is enough to learn about Salvadorean Culture, this tour is proper to visit the downtown , historic places, volcano, and local food. The Capital San Salvador is the most develope city and its rich in history.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Ekneedle
Francis was early to pick me up at my hotel and very friendly and professional. Once we arrived at the waterfalls he actually hired a local guy who lived there to show us around and give us more details. Francis doesn't need this service but does it to help out his fellow El Salvadorians who would otherwise be out of work. The hot springs were the PERFECT temperature and just like being in a natural hot tub. The trash around the water is horrendous but they're working on finding a solution to this ever worsening problem. Pack it in, pack it out! Next we went for lunch at an amazing artistic cafe where I bought a piece of art because it was so unique and irresistible. Francis is a wonderful guide and now a friend who will do whatever he can to make sure you have a beautiful, comfortable, informative trip in his country. It's also nice to feel comfortable with a guide, when you're a solo female traveler.
4. San Salvador City Tour and El Boqueron National Park Volcan of San Salvador
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Walking around downtown San Salvador with one of our tour guides, is the best way to explore the area, as we stop at the most important buildings in downtown we also get to show you the day by day of salvadorans, talking about history and the nowadays El Salvador. Main Cathedral, National Palace, National Teather, El Rosario church are some of the most popular places to visit. Then we will stop at a local retaurante for you to have a taste Pupusas, our most popular national dish. After this we take you to visit El Boqueron national park located at the crater of the San Salvador volcano, awesome views, great weather and nature are the top things to enjoy in this place .
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By Quest764245
Estefany was our tour guide for our 2day weekend getaway trip to El Salvador. Not only she was very professional, friendly, excellent bilingual and charming, her passion towards local El Salvador tourism was absolutely beautiful. We have learnt a lot about El Salvador thanks to her continuous efforts towards exploring and learning all about El Salvador, which we couldn’t have done so much in 2days if we weren’t on this tour! Packed and dense, we have done a LOT on this trip. I heard that all of their tours are private, which was great once again because my boyfriend and I are normally not the kind of people who would eagerly join a tour... We would rather explore and get lost and even enjoy that process. So, when I say we loved the tour, it didn’t come from anywhere easy (haha). Thank you Estefany once again, you guys were so kind and flexible to make all our requests/wishes come true! Local fruit stand, quick El Salvadorian snack purchase, finding the best El Salvador coffee and buying some beans to bring home, pitstop to a local shop where we could buy traditional El Salvadorian accessories and sweets as a souvenir, filling our crave to know anything and everything about El Salvador (sorry we asked you 10,000 questions), and more! Absolutely recommended. If you’re still wondering what to do, contact them and ask for a suggested plan or two, because they have so many options! :)
5. Half day| San Salvador City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 9 reviews
What are you waiting to take this half day tour and visit the main streets and avenues of the great San Salvador? This tour will take you to the main residential areas of the capital, the “El Salvador del Mundo” (Savior of the World Square), Plaza Masferrer and some of the best hidden spots of the city.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By gamblelisa
Well worth it - nice hike and beautiful volcano and views. It was very windy at the top and quite cold - bring an extra layer
6. San Salvador Layover Tour | City Sightseeing & El Boqueron National Park
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 21 reviews
Make the most of your long layover in San Salvador by taking 4 hours to tour the city and visit the majestic volcano affectionately known as El Boquerón, or ‘Big Mouth.’ Get picked up from Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport and driven into this intriguing city to enjoy the Metropolitan Cathedral and Salvador del Mundo Square, among other top attractions. From there, travel about 15 miles out of the city to gawk at the imposing volcano. You’ll be transported back to the airport in time to get your connecting flight. On route finish your adventure tasting a locally made pupusas at Olocuilta.
Inclusions: VIP FAST CUSTOMS CLEAREANCE., TAX EXEMPTIONS.(VALUE OF USD$37.00 PER PERSON), Airport pickup and drop-off, guide (if optional selected), Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Drinks
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food
Reviewed By gamblelisa
Well worth it - nice hike and beautiful volcano and views. It was very windy at the top and quite cold - bring an extra layer
7. Layover Tour San Salvador City Tour Xpress
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
Get the most out of your Layover in El Salvador. This is the best way to know the beauty of San Salvador and understand its culture in a short time. Discover the essence of the capital of El Salvador, closely observe the life of Salvadorans. History, culture, architecture, monuments, Historical Center. • Discover the most important and historical monuments of San Salvador. • Visit the open markets of the city of San Salvador. • Discover the exceptional beauty of El Rosario Church. • Immerse yourself in the national handicraft market of El Salvador.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities, Airport/Departure Tax
Reviewed By ingvardrago
I also took their Ruta de las Flores tour along with this one to complete my weekend getaway to explore El Salvador! I’m so glad I did. Great communication from the start. Flexible and eager to work with my schedule and ideas to incorporate into the flow. Got to enjoy the fantastic Tunco beach and then got an evening tour of San Salvador on top of it . Just fantastic all around.
8. Layover San Salvador City Tour EXPRESS
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
Take this shared group tour of El Salvador's capital city to see notable sites including the Metropolitan Cathedral, National Theater and National Palace. Includes round trip to the airport on time for your next flight.
Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer, Local guide, Local taxes, Airport/Departure Tax
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water
Reviewed By gamblelisa
Well worth it - nice hike and beautiful volcano and views. It was very windy at the top and quite cold - bring an extra layer
9. Photographic Safari San Salvador.
Start your photographic tour through San Salvador with the help of a well-known photographer, who will make you feel genuinely Capital and will allow you to visit parts of the city normally invisible to outsiders. Your guide is a professional photographer, with years of experience in private and cultural events, so take advantage of him to get a new angle on San Salvador while learning tricks about composition and light. He will be happy to share his secrets and techniques for capturing the most creative images of his hometown. The tour Visit 10 points in the city of panoramic points, symbolic buildings, main monuments, you can be the model or take the Angle from which the photographer indicates. Subsequently, a set of digital photos in high definition of the places they visited will be sent to your email address. Without a doubt a memorable memory that you can print and hang in your home.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 125nazu
We took a half day tour to El Zunzal and el Tunco from San Salvador. It was a hot day and our only day to visit the beautiful beaches. The walk on the rocky beach was tiring but thankfully inter tours had a really nice hotel with a pool and facilities that we could use, which will be exactly what you need given the beach conditions - rocky and no beds by the beach. The best part about our tour was definetly our guide, Francisco! Very genuine and professional. Would definetly reccommend, thank you Francisco and Dina ????????
10. Tours in El Salvador
San Salvador it's the capital of El Salvador, you will love the city,the people, the history, and why not to enjoy the local cuisine. Great place to visit,great well guided tour. !!! Remember this tour price is per group up to 12 people.
Inclusions: Hot weather, need to be hydrated.
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
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