Things to do in San Salvador: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in San Salvador (El Salvador): Cristo de La Paz, Parque Infantil de Diversiones, Monumento a Pancho Lara, Museo de Historia Militar "Cuartel El Zapote", Palacio Nacional de El Salvador, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in San Salvador

Hotels in San Salvador

Frequently asked questions about San Salvador

When is the best time to visit San Salvador?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in San Salvador are: January, February, March, April, December.

How many days do you need in San Salvador?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for San Salvador last 4 to 5 days.

How much does a trip to San Salvador cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €800–1150 per person for 5 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in San Salvador in 4 days?

Our “San Salvador & the Flower Route” plan: Day 1 — Central San Salvador; Day 2 — Joya de Cerén; Day 3 — Ruta de las Flores; Day 4 — Lake Coatepeque.

Where to stay in San Salvador?

Close to the tourist centre: Hotel Ábrego (1.3 km), Hotel La Cuscatlán (1.3 km), Hotel Piedra Dorada (1.5 km). Our directory lists 53 hotels in San Salvador, to contact directly.

What to see in San Salvador?

Some places to see in the centre: Cristo de La Paz, Parque Infantil de Diversiones, Monumento a Pancho Lara, Monumento a José Matias Delgado, Museo de Historia Militar "Cuartel El Zapote", Palacio Nacional de El Salvador.

Sights in San Salvador

Museums in San Salvador

Parks and gardens in San Salvador

Where to eat in San Salvador