Things to do in El Salvador

Central America's smallest country turned surprise surf destination, a chain of volcanoes visible from nearly everywhere, and a security transformation that's reshaped its tourism reputation.

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What's worth your time in El Salvador

Surf the point breaks of El Tunco and El Zonte

Adventure

Consistent, high-quality Pacific breaks that have made El Salvador's coast a fast-rising international surf destination.

Hike Santa Ana Volcano to its turquoise crater lake

Adventure

El Salvador's tallest volcano, with a moderate guided hike rewarded by a sulfur-tinted turquoise crater lake at the summit.

Drive the Ruta de las Flores through highland coffee towns

Culture

A scenic mountain route linking colorful colonial towns known for coffee, murals, and weekend food festivals.

Explore the Maya ruins of Joya de Cerén

Culture

A UNESCO World Heritage 'Pompeii of the Americas,' a Maya farming village preserved almost intact by volcanic ash roughly 1,400 years ago.