San Salvador City Tour

OVERVIEW
Travel inland to San Salvador for a cultural immersion in the alluring capital of El Salvador. Spanish conquistador Pedro de Alvarado founded the city in 1525 but there isn’t a single colonial building left, as earthquakes have leveled them over the centuries. Even so, San Salvador is the country’s financial and commercial center and its cultural heart, as you will discover at venues such as the National Theater. The oldest theater in Central America, it is a French Renaissance-style architectural gem. The National Palace was also constructed around the same time in the early 20th century and instantly became a landmark. During free time, you can explore San Salvador further on you own, perhaps browsing a museum or shopping for clothing and Mayan-inspired merchandise.

HIGHLIGHTS
• View architectural landmarks throughout San Salvador, El Salvador’s capital.
• Gain a historical insight into how earthquakes have affected the urban landscape.
• Spend free time shopping or browsing cultural venues in the heart of downtown.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.