Explore Metropolitan Park (Parque Metropolitano de San Salvador)
Location: Central San Salvador
Highlights: Offers a stunning view of the city, hiking trails, a lake, and numerous local flora and fauna. The park is also home to the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Visit the National Palace (Palacio Nacional)
Location: Downtown San Salvador
Highlights: The impressive neoclassical building houses the Legislative Assembly, as well as murals depicting El Salvador’s history by Salvadoran artist Fernando Llort.
Discover the National Museum of El Salvador (Museo Nacional de El Salvador)
Location: Downtown San Salvador
Highlights: Showcases El Salvador’s pre-Columbian, colonial, and modern history. Don’t miss the Room of Terror, which provides a glimpse into the country’s civil war.
Wander through Casa Blanca Museum (Museo de Arte de la Universidad de El Salvador - MAUS)
Location: Zona Rosa, San Salvador
Highlights: A contemporary art museum featuring works by local and international artists. The building itself is an architectural gem designed by Alvaro Contreras.
Enjoy the Nightlife in Zona Rosa
Location: Downtown San Salvador
Highlights: Known for its vibrant nightlife, Zona Rosa offers a variety of bars, restaurants, and clubs catering to different tastes.
Visit the Chapel of Divine Mercy (Capilla de la Divina Misericordia)
Location: Antiguo Cuscatlán
Highlights: A stunning chapel nestled in the hills of Antiguo Cuscatlán, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Try Local Food at Mercado Central de San Salvador (San Salvador Central Market)
Location: Downtown San Salvador
Highlights: Experience authentic El Salvadorean cuisine by sampling dishes like pupusas, tamales, and carne asada in the bustling market atmosphere.