Things to do in Campo de Salamanca

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Campo de Salamanca Attractions

You won't have any problem finding fun things to see and do in Campo de Salamanca. Dive into the local history and check out the top attractions in this delightful city. Arrange your travel schedule now so you're raring to go when you arrive.

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Campo de Salamanca must see attractions

1. Plaza Mayor

The Plaza Mayor is the central nucleus around which the city of Salamanca spreads. The large square is a popular gathering point for locals and visitors, drawing sightseers with its majestic buildings of Baroque style. Sit at the outdoor tables of the many restaurants and cafés surrounding the square and watch people going by.
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Plaza Mayor

2. University of Salamanca

The University of Salamanca is a world-renowned university made up of architectural gems used for residence halls and faculty buildings. Established in 1218, the college was the first university in Spain and is one of the oldest in Europe. Make your way through the pleasant courtyards and halls of its historic structures for a sense of the prestige associated with this university.
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University of Salamanca

3. Old Cathedral of Salamanca

The Old Cathedral of Salamanca is a gorgeous Romanesque church dedicated to Santa María de la Sede. It was constructed during the 12th and 13th centuries and stands alongside the New Cathedral. Go on a self-guided tour of the interior, allowing at least 1 hour to explore the chapels and many religious artworks of the older church.
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Old Cathedral of Salamanca

4. Pontifical University of Salamanca

The Pontifical University of Salamanca was established by Pope Pius XII in the 20th century. It has many beautiful historic buildings that serve the 6,500 students that attend this college. Marvel at the array of elegant and impressive 17th-century structures and cobbled plazas that make up this exceptional campus.
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Pontifical University of Salamanca

5. San Esteban Convent

With its grandiose church, opulent façade and majestic two-story cloister, San Esteban Convent is one of Salamanca's most beautiful pieces of architecture. This religious complex has been an important center of study and theology for the Dominican Order for hundreds of years and still houses a monastic community.
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San Esteban Convent

6. New Cathedral of Salamanca

One of the largest and tallest buildings in the city is the New Cathedral of Salamanca, a huge church that was under construction for two centuries. Work started in 1513 and was completed in 1733. It was built next to the Old Cathedral, which was considered too small for Salamanca’s growing population. View the stately design, a mixture of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectural styles.
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Cathedral of Salamanca

7. Casa de las Conchas

The Casa de las Conchas is a fascinating historical structure dating back to the late 15th century. The building, which today contains a public library, is decorated with more than 300 shells. Capture photos of the intriguing décor of the façade and admire the range of architectural styles.
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Casa de las Conchas

8. Roman Bridge

One of the survivors of Salamanca's past as a Roman settlement is the Roman Bridge, or Puente Romano, a granite stone crossing of 26 arches that extends over the Tormes River. The 15 arches on the city side are of Roman origin while the rest come from restoration work carried out in the 18th century. It is such a Salamanca icon that it’s included on the city’s coat of arms.
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Roman Bridge

9. Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum

La Casa Lis is a handsome early 20th-century modernist mansion that houses Salamanca's Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum. Inside the building are 19 collections of decorative arts from the late 19th century until World War II, consisting of about 2,500 pieces. View the artistic architecture of the building’s south façade of stained glass and ironwork. Gaze up at the blues of the large stained-glass ceiling over the courtyard.
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Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum

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Popular day trips from Campo de Salamanca

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Alba de Tormes

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Morille

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Campo de Salamanca on a sunny day?
You wouldn't want to be sitting in the hotel when you could be outdoors having a blast on a Salamanca & Ávila Full-Day Tour.
What should I not miss in Campo de Salamanca?
Pack your taste for adventure and cross off these leading sights:

  • San Esteban Convent
  • New Cathedral of Salamanca
  • Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum

What can you do in Campo de Salamanca for free?
You could leave your money in the hotel safe for the day, because these fabulous attractions will cost you nothing at all:

  • Old Cathedral of Salamanca
  • Casa de las Conchas
  • Ledesma
  • Garden of Calisto and Melibea