Salamanca Centro Travel Guide
Salamanca
Visit Salamanca Centro
Popular places to visit
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.
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Take a tour of this private Roman Catholic educational institution and snap photos of the panoramic vista of the old town from the historic church bell tower.
Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum
View a vast collection of decorative objects, jewelry and everyday items in styles that were hugely popular in the early 20th century.
Things to do
Salamanca: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
TOP Salamanca : Private guided tour with your mobile
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Salamanca Bike Tour in English, Nederlands, Deutsch o Español
Top hotels in Salamanca Centro
Eurostars Las Claras
Parking was Experience because is elevator take down to the parking lot The hotel was really good everything was close the hotel center of the city
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Our room was small and in a corner with no view, but the hotel was very well located. We had to park our car on the street and then walk to the hotel, since the access is only for pedestrians. Check in was easy and bathroom toiletries included a toothbrush and toothpaste. The plaza mayor is around ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Convenient location and a lovely view of the cathedral from our window.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
All Staff were amazing. Location in old city just a few minutes walk from universities, cathedrals, shops and restaurants. We spent a wonderful couple of nights culminating in the hotel restaurant Menu Degustation with wine pairing at a very reasonable price! Fabulous. Highly recommended all ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
Fabulous! Beautiful rooms, helpful, friendly staff, excellent breakfast buffet. Great location to explore the city.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca
Although, allow guest to control the AC, during the stay, the AC was handled remotely. Room temperature was ridiculously hot.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Salamanca Centro
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or La Rana while you're exploring the area.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
San Vicente
Visitors to San Vicente enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Archbishop Fonseca College is worth a stop.
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.
Alamedilla
Alamedilla is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Liceo Theatre and Plaza Mayor if you have time to explore the area.
Oeste
You'll enjoy the art galleries and historical sites in Oeste. You might want to make time for a stop at La Calcografía or Iglesia de las Carmelitas.
