Top San Salvador Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Explore El Boqueron National Park and the city of San Salvador on this all-day combination tour. First, head to the national park, which is located on top of the San Salvador Volcano, and stop at the main attraction: a crater that measures 3.1 miles (five kilometers) in diameter and 1,831 feet (558 meters) deep. From there, head back to the city to visit significant landmarks, including the Monument to the Revolution, Cuscatlán Park, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and more.

Discover the towering volcanoes, gorgeous lakes and ancient Mayan sites of El Salvador during this comprehensive trip. During your excursion you’ll explore the country’s numerous volcanoes, including the Izalco, Santa Ana and Cerro Verde Volcanoes. Each of these sky-high peaks harbors a wealth of unique ecosystems and plant life to explore. Then check out beautiful Lake Coatepeque before exploring the Mayan-era ‘Joya de Ceren’ archaeological site and the Pre-Columbian city of San Andrés. This full-day El Salvador adventure covers site entrance fees, a guide, and round-trip hotel transport.

Relive the glory of the mighty Mayan empire with this half- or full-day tour of the most notable Mayan ruins in El Salvador. Explore the fascinating pre-Columbian villages of San Andrés and UNESCO-listed Joya de Cerén. After a typical Salvadoran lunch (own expense), admire the colonial landmarks of Santa Ana and stand in awe before El Salvador’s largest pyramid at the Tazumal archeological site in Chalchuapa.

Swap the bustling city streets of San Salvador for the natural splendor of Salto de Malacatiupan waterfalls and Santa Teresa hot springs on a private day trip that saves you the hassle of hiring a car or taking public transport—instead, you can sit back and relax as someone else drives. Plus, a small group limited to 10 means you can explore each attraction at a relaxed pace.

When your plane touches down in San Salvador, kick off your vacation in a stress-free way with a private arrival transfer from El Salvador International Airport. Rather than navigating public transport or waiting in line for a taxi, you’ll travel directly to your accommodation in air-conditioned comfort.

Visit three of the main attractions of El Salvador in one day. Drive to the mountains in the west of El Salvador, in a mountain ridge where the Ruta de Flores is located. Then, visit the bicycle zipline and rainbow slide at Cafe Albania in the town of Apaneca. Enjoy plenty of time to enjoy the adventure park that also features a tall swing, maze, and surf zipline that you can add to your experience.

Experience all the highlights of la Ruta de las Flores in one day on this full-day small-group trip from San Salvador. A great way to maximize your time in the Apaneca Mountains, this guided trip includes private transport so you don’t have to worry about expensive taxis or navigating the limited bus schedule. You’ll also squeeze in visits to all the best local sights including markets, churches, food festivals, street murals, and coffee plantations.

Journey to the capitol city of El Salvador during this city and volcano tour, including round-trip transport from select hotels. First, explore the city with a guide who knows the best and safest ways around, and see San Salvador Cathedral, Iglesia El Rosario, Plaza Libertad, and the National Palace. Then travel to San Salvador volcano, and stroll the streets of Santa Tecla.

discover San Salvador on foot! the best way to get to know the historic center of the salvadoran capital, during our visit we will take a tour of the main squares, majestic monuments, the national theater and its French architecture, the street market and seasonal fruit displays, the national palace, Metropolitan Cathedral and its crypt, El Rosario Church... and then finish our tour with a demonstration of the best gourmet coffee in all of San Salvador at Fulanos Café.

El Salvador’s capital city is only a short drive to the beach so take advantage of this convenient tour to explore the country’s natural landscape. Before hitting the shoreline, you’ll stop at the Tamanique Waterfalls, a series of three waterfalls that you’ll hike a steep climb to. Wear your swimsuit to jump into the spring pools then reach Playa El Tunco before you dry off. Hang ten in this surf village or just relax on the sand.

Explore one of El Salvador's most popular areas accompanied by a guide that can speak the language and offer stories that you won't find in the guide book. During this private tour of Ruta de las Flores, you'll benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide as you discover the indiginous village of Nahuizalco, the Santa Teresa Hot Springs and the cultural hub of Ataco.

Antigua is Guatemala’s original capital city, abandoned for years before being rediscovered and named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the beautiful colonial architecture surrounded by volcanoes during this full-day tour to Antigua from San Salvador. You’ll have time to explore more than 500 years of history within the cobblestone streets, stopping in museums, visiting cafes, or dining on Mayan-Guatemalan cuisine as you desire.

Get a sense for the historical highlights, beautiful handicrafts and fascinating culture of San Salvador during this 4-hour sightseeing trip. Check out national El Salvadoran landmarks like the Metropolitan Cathedral, National Palace and ‘El Salvador del Mundo’ (Savior of the World Square). You’ll also have a chance to shop for souvenirs at the San Salvador handicrafts market and discover the city’s main residential areas. This San Salvador sightseeing trip also covers a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Explore San Salvador at a more relaxed pace during a private walking tour of the downtown area of El Salvador’s vibrant capital city. Taking a private tour allows you to set the pace of your stroll, as you get the inside scoop on local history and culture from your guide, who leads the way so you don’t have to worry about navigating.

Scale the 7,822-foot (2,384-meter) summit of the Santa Ana volcano, El Salvador’s highest peak, on this moderate full-day hike, including round-trip transport from San Salvador. Tackle the mighty mountain with or without a guide, stopping along the way to soak up the scenery of the Cerro Verde National Park and tuck into overlooking the glittering Lake Coatepeque. Hike for a total of around 4 hours on marked trails, including some steep and challenging sections.

Don't let limited time stop you seeing the best of San Salvador. TIck off two Mayan archeological sites—San Andres and Tazumal—plus Cerro Verde National Park on a private tour that gives you the flexibility to customize your itinerary. Plus, letting someone else drive allows you to sit back and soak up the scenery, without having to worry about car hire or navigation.

Explore El Salvador’s capital city with a local-in-the-know on this private tour of San Salvador. A great way to squeeze in visits to all the city’s most popular sights in just a few hours—including the historic center with its colonial-era palaces, museums, and theaters, and the craft market—this tour also gives visitors the chance to gain a deeper understanding about El Salvador’s history and culture.

Many travelers find it difficult to get an overview of a new city, especially one as large and historic as San Salvador. This tour provides a great way to see the main sights of the city known widely as the capital of Central America and to learn about its history and culture. The Real City Tour San Salvador takes visitors on a tour of the historic centre of the city, as well as the Boqueron National Park and the Rainbow Slide.

With temples, plazas, ball courts, and stelae, the ruined city of Copán is a UNESCO World Heritage site and among the most important archeological sites in the Maya world. Visit Copán on a full-day trip from San Salvador that includes entrance fees, a guided visit, and worry-free transport across the Honduras border.

Discover three of El Salvador’s must-see surf spots on this private tour along the country’s Pacific coastline, with round-trip transfer from your hotel ensuring a hassle-free journey. Learn more about El Salvador’s world-famous surfing culture from your guide and enjoy free time to catch a wave, sunbathe, sip a cocktail in a beachside bar on La Libertad, El Tunco, and El Sunzal beaches.

Wind your way through the Cordillera Apaneca mountains as you follow El Salvador’s famous Flowers Route (Ruta de las Flores) on this full-day tour from San Salvador. Pass an endless panorama of wildflower filled valleys, coffee plantations and rolling hills as you journey along the 22-mile (36-km) trail and enjoy an itinerary tailored to your individual interests. Perhaps stop at the villages of Nahuizalco and Apaneca to peek into the artisan workshops; visit the Coffee Museum in Juayúa; or sample local specialties (own expense) like paella in the colonial town of Juayúa.

Discover the must-see volcanoes of El Salvador on this guided hiking tour. Head out to Los Volcanes Complex National Park, which is a little over an hour from San Salvador, and journey up the highest volcano in El Salvador, the Santa Ana Volcano or Ilamatepec, with a 7,822-foot (2,384-meter) summit. The 4-hour round trip hike is suitable for most fitness levels but some may find it challenging. At the crater, catch views of Lake Coatepeque and the Izalco and Cerro Verde volcanoes, as well as the Pacific Ocean on clear days.

Take advantage of El Salvador’s close proximity to the Mayan Ruins of Copan on a private day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Honduras. Your guide will help you cross the border smoothly, and offers undivided attention as you explore the archeological site at a pace set by you rather than a large group.