San José Travel Guide
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.
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Take a tour of this private Roman Catholic educational institution and snap photos of the panoramic vista of the old town from the historic church bell tower.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in San José
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
Lovely rooms and shared spaces. Excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Right in the middle of everything
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Parador de Salamanca
My favorite part of the hotel was the staff. Excellent customer service, with a special thank you to the bar and dining staff. The night time views from the hotel of Salamanca while having a cocktail are wonderful.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Salamanca Montalvo
Great room
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Eurostars Las Claras
Great location Good staff Easy to walk and safe. Parked car at hotel 10 EUR a night with discount
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
Nice clean room, great staff and parking on-site was a bonus. Good breakfasts and dinner. Absolutely love Salamanca. Would stay here again. Please note they do not have air conditioning turned on in the winter months but do offer a fan. Property is well situated in the old town and close walking ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San José
Tormes
While Tormes may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
Fontana
While Fontana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Esteban Convent and Las Duenas Convent.
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
Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Arrabal. You might consider stopping by Roman Bridge while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Santo Tomás
Visitors to Santo Tomás enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Jesuitas Park is worth a stop.
Prosperidad
Travellers like the parks in Prosperidad, and Jesuitas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
