Santo Tomás Travel Guide
Salamanca
Visit Santo Tomás
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.
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: Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour
Panoramic Walking Tour in Salamanca Spain
Private Tour Salamanca Essential in 2 hours
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Top hotels in Santo Tomás
Exe Salamanca
Well situated, and not far from the historic Old Town of Salamanca. Safe ,secure parking and relatively quiet at night. Staff incredibly polite and friendly, room was a generous size for a double, ensuite had good quality toiletries and towels. Impeccably clean and well presented . Great value and ...
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
ibis Salamanca
Staff: 6 stars - every single staff member was very helpful and kind! Breakfast: 5 stars - plenty of variety Value: 5 stars - great location, and a great price Room: 3 stars - strong unpleasant odor coming from shower drain, but quickly got used to it. Older TV didn't HDMI input. Overall: 4 stars ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Salamanca Montalvo
Great value, simple and clean. Restaurant was surprisingly good as well!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Breakfast is superb
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Parador de Salamanca
Cleanliness, spacious rooms and a great view. On the other hand I am not happy with their cancellation policy.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
The room was spotless and the staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santo Tomás
Prosperidad
Travellers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Salamanca Centro
Salamanca Centro is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas.
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.
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.
Alamedilla
Alamedilla is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas if you have time to explore the area.
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.
