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Discover the Vibrant Beauty of San Salvador: A 5-Day Itinerary

Marce Flores

Marce Flores

27 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the captivating city of San Salvador. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and explore breathtaking natural wonders. This 5-day itinerary is designed to provide you with an extraordinary experience in the heart of El Salvador.

Trip to San Salvador

Day 1
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$8

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$ 5

Hotel de Antiguo

Depart from your stay 🏨

1417 - 1701 min

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Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1417 - 1701 min

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Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Revered Catholic church & pilgrimage site housing a cloak with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Morazan Plaza
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Civic Square Captain General Gerardo Barrios
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Pollo Bonanza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
10 - 12 min

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Liberty Plaza
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Railway Museum and Theme Park
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Parque Saburo Hirao
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
Renderos Plains Viewpoint
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$18

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$ 4

Hotel de Antiguo

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tin Marin, Children's Museum
Upbeat children's museum with interactive exhibits such as a pretend grocery store & dinosaur park.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Cuscatlan Park
Public park with a playground, grassy areas, picnic tables, 2 museums & monuments.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Basilica Sagrado Corazon
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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El Ático
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
9 - 11 min

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Parque Nacional De La Familia
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Devil's Door
Known as "Devil's Door," this foliage-covered rock formation is accessible by a steep hike.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$8

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$ 3

Hotel de Antiguo

Depart from your stay 🏨

Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar
Large, busy city green space with a walking/biking path, a lake for boating & a kids' playground.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Monument to the Divine Savior of the World
Imposing 1942 monument featuring a tall pedestal with a statue of Jesus standing on the Earth.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Beethoven's Fountains
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante Punto
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
32 - 39 min

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Museum of Art of El Salvador
Exhibits of mid-19th-century to contemporary works by Salvadoran artists, with workshops for kids.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
27 - 33 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.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
San Martín Park
Green space dedicated to a 19th-century president, with a monumental fountain & street food stalls.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Free
Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$16

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$ 3

Hotel de Antiguo

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 26 min

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Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Plan de la Laguna Botanical Garden
Opened in 1978, this garden park in a volcanic crater features a pond & a children's play area.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Los Chorros Recreational Park
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Restaurante Royal
Visítenos y descubra el lugar ideal para degustar del auténtico sabor de los platillos de la cocina china. Contamos con una amplia variedad en nuestro menú, somos su mejor opción en sabor, ambiente y precio.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
6 - 8 min

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Maquilishuat Park
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Galaxy Bowling
Vast recreation hall with bowling lanes, pool tables & rides for kids, plus snacks & drinks.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$14

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$ 5

Hotel de Antiguo

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Antiguo Cuscatlan Central Park
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Madreselva Park
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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"The Little Prince" Theme Park
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Bennigans la gran via
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
17 - 21 min

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Ecoparque El Espino
Forest on the slopes of a volcano with rich birdlife & sweeping views, plus hiking & cycling trails.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Dr. David J. Guzmán National Museum
Spacious museum displaying a variety of local archaeological, ethnographic & historical objects.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free
Hotel de Antiguo
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $82 In total

Activities & Food:$64
Transport:$18