Scars of San Salvador
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
walking tour in San Salvador with local secrets, street stories, and real history. Walk through San Salvador’s hidden gems, markets, and powerful history with a fun, local, street-smart guide.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
No recommended for travelers with serious knee problems
Wear clothes that cover the thighs
If there is no attendance confirmation on the day of the tour, this will be canceled
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cuscatlan Park
We will be talking about the disappearance of the indigenous people in EL Salvador
Basilica Sagrado Corazon de Jesus
Here we will discuss about the religion in El Salvador
What‘s Included
The Walking tour to all the stops
Entries to some churches, parks, and plazas.
Tips/propinas (if you liked the tour)
Pupusas and drinks at the last locations
2$ If El rosario church is open (not open all the time) and it's optional
Options
Scars of San Salvador
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
🇸🇻 El Salvador
Phillip B,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing experience. To learn and be introduced to 🇸🇻. In a way that would make the people that are from 🇸🇻 proud. It was a real treat. I highly recommend this experience.
Amazing tour!
paulbF9963LQ,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting tour with the hot spots and history of El Salvador. Great and enthousiast guy!
A very fun and informative tour!!
DeGraaf12345,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adrian is a great guide, he talks about his country with super much passion. With his stories he brings the history of El Salvador to life. He has humor, but he has also made us open our eyes that safety cannot be taken for granted. He speaks very good English and he could answer all our questions. I would definitely recommend this tour!
Amazing tour!
Sunshine732317,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing tour and I’m super glad to have it conducted by a local Salvadoran with intimate knowledge of the country’s past, present, and future.
Scars and highlights of El Salvador
Sunshine67527318580,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adrian met up with us in the historic centre, where he told us more about the history of the city and the country. He captured us by telling about his own experiences growing up, which made the stories really come to life. After that there was more focus on the current, very interesting to learn so much about El Salvador, as Adrian has deep knowledge about past and present. I really wanted to go the El Rosario church, although it was closed already Adrian still made it happen! Afterwards he took us to a local bar and pupuseria. Total around 3,5hrs.
A great tour with Adrian!
deborahaS8309US,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic informative tour. Adrian is so knowledgeable and personable. He is wonderful. I highly recommend this tour!
Knowledgeable & Accommodating Guide w/ great English and Stories
Danielle C,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Adrian was a very knowledgeable and accommodating guide who spoke excellent English. I was the only person on the tour and he customized it to places I had not yet seen, and assisted me in finding souvenirs for my family. He shared personal stories that allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of the culture and history of El Salvador. He took photos and sent them to me afterwards. He communicated very well before and after the tour using WhatsApp and made sure to wait with me until my uber arrived as well. Highly recommend!
Best way we could have spent our day!
madison f,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Adrian was a fantastic guide! Very punctual, communicative & friendly. He went above & beyond to connect with us, providing personal experiences/stories that illustrated the scars that San Salvador has developed in the past. He also provided us with info on how things have drastically improved & reasons to be hopeful for San Salvador’s future! He also gave great restaurant recommendations & was eager to be a resource for us in any way possible beyond the scheduled tour. We would recommend this tour to anyone who wants an authentic opportunity to learn more about El Salvador’s history.
Great time learning about the history and culture of the city with Adrian!
568sammim,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adrian did amazing at sharing El Salvador’s history and taking us to some modern spots as well. It was interesting to see how the city has evolved, and how Adrian has seen it at different stages within his life. He’s a truly knowledgeable, local, very personable, and easy to mesh with as well. He really looks out for those who take his tour, and I felt safe and in good hands as a solo traveler. Going on a tour with him was my pleasure.!
Most comprehensive story behind the scenes tour
ErikandAbbuseik,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour tells you all you really want to know about the recent history of El Salvador. And what came before that. Adrian is very flexible when it comes to booking just hours before and staying longer (late). His English is excellent. He will help you with anything you need. And show you the best place to get papusas and the best coffee. The content of the tour is information about recent devopments, growing up in San Salvador and where the country stands now. What will stick with you the most are the real examples. I highly recommend to kick off your visit to San Salvador with Adrian's tour.
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