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City Tour San Salvador: Exploring Metropolitan Cathedral, National Palace, and More
4.9
34 Ratings
San Salvador
CITY TOUR
During our exploration, we’ll traverse the city’s principal living quarters, its central thoroughfares, the artisan marketplace, and the San Salvador Historical District, home to: the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Palace, the National Theater, and the intriguing El Rosario Church.
CITY TOUR
During our exploration, we’ll traverse the city’s principal living quarters, its central thoroughfares, the artisan marketplace, and the San Salvador Historical District, home to: the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Palace, the National Theater, and the intriguing El Rosario Church.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Iglesia El Rosario - The tour guide will take visitors to a truly remarkable place, a one-of-a-kind church in the world where they can admire unique architectural designs and, above all, the history conveyed by this beautiful and mysterious temple.
- Plaza Libertad - In 1545, settlers who left the Villa de San Salvador in the Bermuda Valley…
- Iglesia El Rosario - The tour guide will take visitors to a truly remarkable place, a one-of-a-kind church in the world where they can admire unique architectural designs and, above all, the history conveyed by this beautiful and mysterious temple.
- Plaza Libertad - In 1545, settlers who left the Villa de San Salvador in the Bermuda Valley established a new settlement in a place called “La Aldea” in the Valley of the Hammocks, near the banks of the Acelhuate River.
In the following years, the city grew around an open space known as Plaza Mayor or Plaza de Armas, which is now Plaza Libertad.
- Plaza Barrios - Gerardo Barrios Square is located in the historic center of San Salvador.
The statue that dominates the area, dedicated to President Gerardo Barrios, was created by Francisco Durini and unveiled in 1909.
- Catedral Metropolitana - Visitors will discover a temple with a unique history, highlighting both its religious significance and its role in the country’s armed conflict. This temple houses the main image of the patron saint of El Salvador, El Salvador del Mundo.
- National Palace - A panoramic view will be offered of the National Palace located in the historic center of the capital city of El Salvador. It is a two-story building with a predominantly neoclassical style, featuring some neo-Renaissance and, to a lesser extent, neo-Gothic decorations. Its gates and other bronze and iron decorations are in the art nouveau style. Therefore, it would not be far-fetched to say that its architecture is eclectic in nature, although the predominant style is neoclassicism.
- National Theater San Salvador - A panoramic view will be provided of the National Theater, whose construction began in 1911 and was completed in 1917. It is one of the most important centers for the performing arts in this country.
- Biblioteca Nacional de El Salvador - Visitors will walk inside the National Library and explore its different levels, learning about Nahuatl and enjoying various views of the city.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees covered
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees covered
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch
Location
Iglesia El Rosario
6a Avenida, Parque Libertad
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(34 Ratings)
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Jobetz
Dec 9, 2024
What Was Not Written Yet - Im going to write a review that was not written yet otherwise I will be repeating myself among the other.
The front big long steel gate entrance facing Plaza Libertad is not the entrance – walk to your right [facing the gate] turn left on the corner and carefully watch the black steel gate entrance of the church on your left among all the other stores [I missed it the first time]. There is $2 fee entrance to the church but its worth it. Visited 11/29/24.
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James_c
Dec 3, 2024
great history tour - This is a great tour if you are interested in history (which I am) The story of Archbishop Romero was interesting. Also got a chance to try some of the pupusus at a small resturaunt not frequested by tourists.
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Steven_s
Jul 16, 2024
Great experience - Excellent experience. From an on-time pick up to a detailed explanation of the sites that we visited, I really enjoyed the tour. This is one that I actually wished lasted longer than it did I was ready to keep going!
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226reggiem
Jun 26, 2024
Excellent Tour - Erik was great! He knew a lot about the history of the country. We also learned a lot about the current state of the country. Excellent tour!
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Daniel_b
Jun 10, 2024
The tour guide was very... - The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the city and very passionate about the country. I would highly recommend this to anyone!
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Carl_g
May 17, 2024
Guides were great and suggested excellent trips. - Coffee factory was very interesting. Restaurant was excellent and picturesque. As a botanist the flora was worth the drive.
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Nelson
May 10, 2024
Really Informative - Gerrardo showed us the important things as well as spending extra time on our interests. It was a tour both informative and thoughtful. We enjoyed his ability to interact with us and he shined a light on some of the amazing parts of Cuzcutlan! Also, his English was perfect!
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Brady_f
Jan 24, 2024
A great introduction to El Salvador - I did this tour on my first day in El Salvador. My guide was nice and gave me a great introduction to his country. He was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot about El Salvador. This is the ideal first tour as you arrive in El Salvador.
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Jina_g
Jan 18, 2024
I most enjoyed learning... - I most enjoyed learning about the history and symbolism in the beautiful churches. It was a joy to hear the music and see the dancing in the square. El Salvador is a wonderful place to visit.
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Kristin_w
Jan 8, 2024
The guide had taken us to... - The guide had taken us to all the places mentioned in the photos. There was a small discrepancy in tour but the manager accommodated my friend and I to make up for it and I am greatly appreciative for their kind gesture.
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