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A Week in San Salvador: Explore the Vibrant Capital of El Salvador

Aly Guim

Aly Guim

8 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in San Salvador, El Salvador's bustling capital. Discover the city's rich history, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this Central American gem.

Trip to San Salvador

Day 1
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$16

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$ 2

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Carnitas Roosevelt
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Cuscatlan Park
Public park with a playground, grassy areas, picnic tables, 2 museums & monuments.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Liberty Plaza
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Metropolitan Cathedral of San Salvador
The seat of the Archbishop of San Salvador, this long-standing cathedral offers grand architecture.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Pollo Bonanza
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$4
El Costillon
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$20

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$ 2

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
11 - 16 min

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Directions

Panadería El Rosario - Centro de Gobierno -
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
27 - 33 min

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Morazan Plaza
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Renderos Plains Viewpoint
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Devil's Door
Known as "Devil's Door," this foliage-covered rock formation is accessible by a steep hike.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Domino's Pizza
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
16 - 24 min

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National Craft Market
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
McDonald's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 3
+

$10

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

El Bodegón
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
3 - 4 min

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Galaxy Bowling
Vast recreation hall with bowling lanes, pool tables & rides for kids, plus snacks & drinks.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Beethoven's Fountains
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Ristorante Pasquale
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
Rústico Bistro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 4
+

$13

·

$ 2

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
33 - 40 min

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Directions

Las tres piedras
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
40 - 48 min

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Lake Ilopango
Tranquil crater lake with sandy beaches & warm waters for swimming, diving, sailing & kayaking.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Asados el Chele
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$8
La Concha Loca Y El Garrobo Feliz
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 5
+

$19

·

$ 2

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
8 - 10 min

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Directions

Ban Ban Santa Rosa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
12 - 15 min

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Directions

Los Chorros Recreational Park
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Laca Laca La Skina
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$7
Subway
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 6
+

$14

·

$ 1

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
13 - 20 min

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Directions

Las Brumas Grill & Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Volcatenango
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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1200 Café & Cuisine - El Boquerón
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$2
La Pizzeria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$7
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 7
+

$15

·

$ 2

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
17 - 26 min

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Directions

Café San Cristóbal
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
14 - 17 min

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El Boqueron National Park
National park at top of San Salvador volcano with hiking trails to the rim of El Boquerón crater.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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La Pizzeria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$7
Ben's Coffee
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Hostal Cumbres del Volcán Escalón
Low-key hostel featuring simple rooms & dorms, plus a shared kitchen, a TV lounge & a terrace.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $116 In total

Activities & Food:$107
Transport:$9