Things to do in San Salvador Department

Activities, attractions and tours

Cloudy May Afternoon taken from hotel terrace.
Cloudy May Afternoon taken from hotel terrace.
The Monumento al Divino Salvador del Mundo (Monument to the Divine Savior of the World) in San Salvador. A popular spot for skateboarders, demonstrations and impromptu rap-battle sessions, it's a beautiful spot to visit while in town. Just be sure to wait until later in the afternoon, once the scorching sun begins to fade some. #ElSalvador #SanSalvador
Overlooking a neighborhood outside of San Salvador from the top story of a primary school.
I have visited El Salvador many times. This monument was originally used to decorate the tomb of Manuel Enrique Araujo, the President of El Salvador between 1911 and 1913, and presented by Araujo's family on November 26, 1942, in connection to the first National Eucharistic Congress in San Salvador. The iconic statue of Christ on the globe sphere of planet earth is part of the Monument to Divino Salvador del Mundo on Plaza El Salvador del Mundo (The Savior of the World Plaza).
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Top places to visit

1. Cuscatlán Stadium

Watch El Salvador’s soccer heroes play and music icons perform at Estadio Cuscatlán, one of the largest sporting arenas in Central America. This popular venue opened in 1976. Due to its size, many locals refer to it as El Coloso de Monserrat (The Colossus of Monserrat). Buy a ticket and secure yourself a seat to a soccer match. Enjoy the lively atmosphere when the stadium is filled with thousands of screaming fans.
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Estadio Cuscatlan

2. Monumento al Salvador del Mundo

The Monumento al Divino Salvador del Mundo is an important icon in El Salvador and one of its recognizable sights. The large memorial was inaugurated in 1942 and honors Jesus Christ, the patron of El Salvador.
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Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes modern architecture, a monument and a square or plaza

3. National Palace of El Salvador

The Palacio Nacional is a grand building that once housed the president’s office. Today, it still serves as a venue for official functions, but the president no longer works here. Wander through the stately rooms and admire the fine architecture.
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Palacio Nacional which includes château or palace and tropical scenes

4. Museo de Arte de El Salvador

Pick up insights into Salvadoran art from the mid-19th century to the present day at the Museo de Arte de El Salvador. On display are more than 300 original works of art by the country’s leading artists. Tour the five exhibition rooms that house permanent and temporary exhibitions.
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Museo de Arte de El Salvador which includes outdoor art

5. Catedral Metropolitano

Catedral Metropolitana houses one of El Salvador’s most important pilgrimage sites, the tomb of Archbishop Oscar Romero. Join hundreds of thousands of Catholics from all around the world who come to the cathedral every year. Take a tour and see historic artworks.
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Catedral Metropolitano which includes interior views and a church or cathedral

What to do in San Salvador Department

Popular places to visit

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
Caption---- sunset in El Salvador near El Sunzal Point Break

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
Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes 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
Crater of San Salvador volcano which has a little volcano inside. This is one of the views that you can get from El Boqueron National Park. #volcano #crater

U.S. Embassy in San Salvador

U.S. Embassy in San Salvador is just one of the places to see in Antiguo Cuscatlán, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

U.S. Embassy in San Salvador
Bello atardecer! El Salvador impresionante

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
Palacio Nacional which includes château or palace and tropical scenes

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
Museo de Arte de El Salvador which includes outdoor art

Museo de Arte de El Salvador

See some of the best examples of contemporary art in El Salvador and discover the work of up-and-coming artists at this impressive museum.

Museo de Arte de El Salvador
Catedral Metropolitano showing 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

La Gran Via Shopping Center

During your visit to Antiguo Cuscatlán, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at La Gran Via Shopping Center. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

La Gran Via Shopping Center

Areas of San Salvador Department

Overlooking a neighborhood outside of San Salvador from the top story of a primary school.

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
Cloudy May Afternoon taken from hotel terrace.

Zona Rosa

While visiting Zona Rosa, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte de El Salvador and Bambu City Center.

Zona Rosa
The Monumento al Divino Salvador del Mundo

Escalón

While visiting Escalón, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Futura and Monumento al Salvador del Mundo.

Escalón
Cloudy May Afternoon taken from hotel terrace.

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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Playa San Diego

While there might not be top attractions in Playa San Diego, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Diego Beach and Walter Thilo Deininger National Park.

Playa San Diego
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San Diego

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in San Diego. You might want to make time for a stop at San Diego Beach or Walter Thilo Deininger National Park.

San Diego
San Salvador showing central business district and a square or plaza

San Salvador

Restaurante dos alas on a Rainy saturday.

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