Have fun and explore the historic center of San Salvador
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
"The tour is like a roller coaster of emotions, from stories of the civil war and gang violence to crowded and chaotic markets. It's a fantastic way to see San Salvador," commented one of our clients.
We invite you to discover the country's capital, which has changed the most in Latin Americ, a place that not long ago was known as the murder capital of the world.
Walk the most iconic squares in the city, visit Rosary Church, one of the few Brutalist churches on the continent, and visited by thousands of tourists. And what about the National Library — the most modern in Central America? Visit Romero’s crypt — he was assassinated while celebrating Mass, and his tomb is visited by thousands of people.
Learn about history and culture; laugh, taste, and walk with us.
We are Traveling Souls (Carlos and Gio) – passionate, dedicated guides, ready to show you El Salvador from a whole new perspective.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance for El Rosario church
All Fees and Taxes
Certified tour guides, with full experience and knowledge.
Personal expenses
Snacks
tips
What To Expect
Plaza Barrios
Barrios Square. A place where thousands of Salvadorans pass through to find all kinds of activities, from concerts, exhibitions and artistic events, or simply feed the traveling pigeons. Learn about presidents who were executed there, as well as legends and stories of love affairs and romances. See the national palace from where President Bukele gave his message to the nation at the inauguration of his second term.
Plaza Libertad
Liberty Square. Explores the heart of the city's historic center. This iconic plaza, with its prominent Liberty Monument, is a symbol of the country's independence. The tour covers the plaza's history, surrounding architecture, and its cultural significance, offering a glimpse into Central America and El Salvador's past. See the architecture of yesterday and today mixed with the new buildings of the present. Learn why the flags of Central America share the colors blue and white and learn about Mesoamerica, a vast region that unites countries from Costa Rica to Mexico.
Options
Walking Tour in English
Walking Tour en Español
Reviews
114 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
10 out of 10
Brigid M,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolutely incredible walking tour of San Salvador with our guide, Carlos. From the moment the tour began, Carlos brought the city to life with his deep knowledge, thoughtful storytelling, and genuine passion for El Salvador’s history and culture. He answered every question we had and we had a lot! Carlos answered with patience and so much insight. You can tell he truly loves what he does and cares about giving visitors an authentic and meaningful experience. We walked away with a richer understanding of the city and a new appreciation for its beauty and complexity. If you’re visiting San Salvador, do yourself a favor and book a tour with Carlos. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing Experience with Carlos!
Alyssia S,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was honestly one of the highlights of my trip. Carlos was amazing — super friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. He made the historic center feel alive with stories, history, and little details you would never notice on your own. I felt safe the entire time, and he made sure we were comfortable, hydrated, and enjoying ourselves. He answered every question, took great photos, and showed us parts of San Salvador that I would’ve never explored without a local. You can tell he loves what he does. If you’re visiting El Salvador, I 100% recommend booking this tour with Carlos. It’s the perfect mix of culture, fun, and good energy. Would absolutely do it again!
Great tour!
Esmeralda C,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with an abundance of information. Very interesting. Carlos is natural, passionate and very knowledgeable about his country.
Informative
Tourist28632631830,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ibrahim and Carlos really knowledgeable and sweet guys. They were patience and really informative with all the questions we had. I will definitely recommend them.
Top level immersion to old San Salvador
Elmanni,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00High quality tour in Old Town San Salvador. Carlos and Carlos showed us the most important landmarks and taught us a lot about the history by also giving their personal anecdotesz
Great Mix of History, Humor, and Local Flavor
soaringtoast,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour—engaging, fast-paced, and packed with history. The snack stops (frozen bananas for the win) were a great touch, and the lottery-style surprises kept the whole group energized. Highly recommend!
Recommended guides carlos an out of the box
jlecuona,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excursion highly recommended as soon as you reach the city with the guide Carlos, very pleasant and entertaining helped us a lot, I recommend it
Very informative and great guide
prissysoto,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did the history tour in San Salvador in Spanish and my guide was Isaac. It was a small group and I did the Spanish to help me practice my Spanish since I mainly speak English when I’m at home. Isaac was very engaging and knowledgeable about the topics he covered. Since the group was small it was no trouble for me to stop him when I didn’t understand a word or phrase. I know a tour is good when I’m taking notes on topics I want to research more and I definitely was excited to learn more about the architect Ruben Martinez. I highly recommend this tour with Isaac if possible.
Interesting tour
evavA850WQ,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting tour, Isaac is a great guide, we learnt a lot. We tried local foods and drinks and got recommendations for spots in El Salvador.
Downtown San Salvador with the best guides
B3958EYreginab,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was excellent! The guides Isaac and Antonio have a lot of knowledge of the country's history and are super friendly and attentive. We really liked it and recommend it to everyone. Meeting El Salvador is being an amazing experience, and the guided tour was a great way to start our exploration.
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