San José
Salamanca
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Gaze up at the majestic walls enclosing the heart of one of Spain’s most lively plazas where cobblestone paths pass upscale boutiques and restaurants serving traditional tapas.
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
San Esteban Convent
Go on a self-guided tour of the church, chapels and cloister of this centuries-old convent. Admire gorgeous religious art and see where a saint confessed her sins.
Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.
New Cathedral of Salamanca
Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.
Casa de las Conchas
Count the regularly spaced scallop shells that adorn the walls of this historic 500-year-old building surrounded by symbols of love.
Other neighborhoods around San José
Fontana
Fontana might not have many top sights, but San Esteban Convent and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tenerías
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Tenerías. You might want to make time for a stop at Salamanca Automobile History Museum or Monumento al Lazarillo de Tormes.
Arrabal
Historic sites and restaurants are notable features of Arrabal. You might consider a stop by Roman Bridge while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
Prosperidad
Travelers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historic sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or La Rana while you're exploring the area.
