Highlights of San Salvador: Explore Old City Downtown, local market and volcano

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 7 hours
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Explore the highlights of the city with a native guide of San Salvador. Visit major historical spots, main avenues, commercial and residential districts, sightseeing landmarks and monuments that commemorate relevant historical figures and events. Many public buildings in El Centro were made during years of splendor of coffee exports, with a mix of architectural styles. Since the recent renovation Downtown is nicer and safer than ever to walk. Many businesses are boosting up and it has become "the place to be". Walk the streets learning details of events that occurred on this very place over almost 500 years of history and the people that took part in it. From colony to Independence. From the Federation to the Coffee Republic. From military regimes to democracy. From repressions to big celebrations and presidential inaugurations. On the afternoon visit a local market (you can have lunch here) followed by a walk in the cloud forest at El Boquerón Nat. Park, on San Salvador volcano.

What’s included?

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private transportation

  • All Fees and Taxes

  • Offerings to churches on your behalf (sustainable tourism is key)

  • Admissions to public and private attractions

  • Entry/Admission - Iglesia El Rosario

  • Entry/Admission - National Palace

  • Entry/Admission - Parque Nacional El Boqueron

  • Souveniers

  • Gratuities (voluntary)

  • In order to reduce plastic waste I no longer include bottled water. Consider bringing your own reusable bottle.

  • You can enjoy a local delicacy at Antiguo Cuscatlán Market. Eat what locals eat!

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-7 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

I'M COVID-19 FULLY VACCINATED and Certified on Safety Protocols by local authorities (MiTur, CORSATUR and OSN). First Aid trained by the Salvadoran Red Cross. First Aid Kit always at hand. COVID-19 vaccine card is required to visit some attractions

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Explore El Salvador

About operator:

Hola Amigos! This is Alfredo, a Licensed Tour Guide with multiple Certifications and extensive travel experience and vast knowledge of the tourist market in El Salvador. Specialized in tours, activities and destinations that are carefully planned to meet the highest expectations of the modern traveler. My passion is to show my beloved country, its priceless cultural, natural and human heritage. I've worked as Tour Leader in the region with global companies such as Overseas Adventure Travel, KE Adventure Travel and Intrepid Travel. I have a deep respect for the culture, people, traditions and nature treasures of El Salvador and strive to bring sustainable tourism that offers benefits to you the customer and our country and local community artisans, cooperatives and family run businesses. In that order, a portion of my profit is oriented to the support of an animal shelter. As an independent tour guide I have tested experience on the field. Skip the company, hire the guide!

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