El Salvador

El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America, known for its volcanoes and Pacific coastline.

Did you know El Salvador's national bird, the Turquoise-browed Motmot, has a distinctive habit of swinging its tail like a pendulum?

Explore 5 cities and find local places in El Salvador.

Interesting cities in El Salvador

Pick a city to see what is worth visiting, what is new, and where locals eat, stay and go out.

San Salvador

San Salvador is El Salvador's vibrant capital, ringed by volcanoes.

Santa Ana

Santa Ana is El Salvador's second city, gateway to a dramatic active volcano.

El Tunco

El Tunco is a renowned Pacific surf town with a laid-back beach atmosphere.

Suchitoto

Suchitoto is a charming colonial lakeside town known for art and indigo dye traditions.

Joya de Cerén

Joya de Cerén is a remarkably preserved ancient Maya farming village, the Pompeii of the Americas.

Find locals in El Salvador

Find local restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shops, activities and services in El Salvador, added by the businesses themselves.