Van Dyck 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.
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.
Top hotels in Van Dyck
Hostal Carmen by gaiarooms
The area surrounding the hostel is great, plenty of shops and dining options however check in was a bit tricky but the hostel staff was great at solving my issues. The room is extremely small but warm and clean, my only issue was the size of the bathroom it was complicated to take shower without ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2023
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Yo modernizaría la ducha …
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
A comfortable bed in a beautiful building with friendly, helpful staff. This hotel more than delivered!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Exe Salamanca
Friendly and helpful staff , nice and clean rooms
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Hotel Mercado by gaiarooms
The property was conveniently located and near attractions. The staff were helpful. However drinking water was not readily available. Breakfast required going out to another location and not worth the price.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel Gran Vía by gaiarooms
We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Van Dyck
Labradores
Visitors to Labradores appreciate its shopping. A visit to Plaza Mayor and La Glorieta Bull Ring might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Garrido Sur
When in Garrido Sur, you can plan a visit to La Glorieta Bull Ring and Multiusos Sanchez Paraiso, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vidal
When in Vidal, you can plan a visit to La Glorieta Bull Ring and Archbishop Fonseca College, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Alamedilla
Alamedilla is well liked for its historical sites, and you can visit sights like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas if you have time to explore the area.
Delicias
While Delicias isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Mayor and San Esteban Convent are some notable places to visit nearby.
Salamanca Centro
Salamanca Centro is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas.
