Things to do in San Salvador Department

Activities, attractions and tours

Iglesia Don Rua which includes a monument and a statue or sculpture
David Guzman Anthropology Museum showing a garden
David Guzman Anthropology Museum showing signage and a park
Monumento al Salvador del Mundo featuring a statue or sculpture, a monument and central business district
Estadio Cuscatlan


Top places to visit

1. 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

2. 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

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. Plaza Libertad

Plaza Libertad is a place of historic significance in San Salvador. This was the starting point of the city’s expansion in the middle of the 16th century. Come here to see the Monument to the Heroes in the center of the square or to take a stroll along the grass.
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Plaza Geraldo Barrios showing a square or plaza, a fountain and a statue or sculpture

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 showing a church or cathedral

6. 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

What to do in San Salvador Department


Popular places to visit

Areas of San Salvador Department

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
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
Monumento al Salvador del Mundo which includes central business district, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Escalón

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

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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 El Amatal Beach.

San Diego
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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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 Sunset Park.

Playa San Diego