Arrabal Travel Guide
Salamanca
Popular places to visit
Roman Bridge
Get to Salamanca's historical center by walking along its ancient Roman crossing, which was immortalized in a once-banned Spanish novella.
Plaza Mayor
Gaze up at the majestic walls enclosing the heart of one of Spain’s most lively plazas where cobblestone paths pass upscale boutiques and restaurants serving traditional tapas.
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
San Esteban Convent
Go on a self-guided tour of the church, chapels and cloister of this centuries-old convent. Admire gorgeous religious art and see where a saint confessed her sins.
Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.
New Cathedral of Salamanca
Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.
Things to do
Salamanca: Private tour of the most important sites
Salamanca: Convents, Monasteries, and Churches Private Tour
Salamanca: Legends and Stories Private Night Walking Tour
3 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour in Salamanca
Top hotels in Arrabal
Hotel Ele Puente Romano
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025
Parador de Salamanca
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Arrabal
Tenerías
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Tenerías. You might want to make time for a stop at Salamanca Automobile History Museum or Monumento al Lazarillo de Tormes.
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or New Cathedral of Salamanca while you're exploring the area.
San Vicente
Visitors to San Vicente enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Archbishop Fonseca College is worth a stop.
Fontana
While Fontana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Esteban Convent and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
Vistahermosa
Vistahermosa is well liked for its historical sites. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
San Bernardo
Visitors to San Bernardo appreciate its historical sites. A visit to Archbishop Fonseca College and Palacio de Congresos Conference Center might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.