We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Salamanca's Plaza Mayor

Salamanca, Spain
Update attraction details
Ranked #1 of 45 attractions in Salamanca
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: This 18th-century square is one of the largest in Spain.
Write a Review

619 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    460
    140
    19
    0
    0
Date Rating
ne england
Senior Contributor
42 reviews 42 reviews
22 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Sheltered spot where you can sit and have a drink. Interesting carvings, including Franco with some graffiti. Good place to recharge after a visit

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by roeyNeEngland for Salamanca
High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
51 reviews 51 reviews
21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

We enjoyed walking around this square. It was a lovely sunny day and a pleasant addition to our visit to Salamanca.

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 2 more reviews by Carts123 for Salamanca
france
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

If you visit nothing else this place will make your journey feel worthwhile. A place to sit & stare.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Lisbon, Portugal
Senior Contributor
49 reviews 49 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

I found it nicer than Madrid's Plaza Mayor. Friends warned us against eating in any of the Plaza Mayor's restaurants

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by JMNV for Salamanca
Bogor Regis
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Lovely atmosphere day and night. Beautiful buildings plenty of cheap well cooked food often with free wine or water.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Rachel S for Salamanca
North Carolina
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
4 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Beautiful, stunning, perfect. Make sure to try as many of the cafés as possible and enjoy the view. It's especially beautiful when all of the lights are on at night.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 7 more reviews by myheartisinspain for Salamanca
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Top Contributor
81 reviews 81 reviews
31 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

Be prepared to an experience! This is much more impressive than Madrid's or any other we have seen in Spain. The place is grand!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Melbourne
Senior Contributor
41 reviews 41 reviews
23 attraction reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Found Franco's medallion in north west corner - distinctively different to avoid vandalism. Rest of medallions alabaster reflecting past monarchs. Strolling the plaza very pleasant on a wintry day under the porticos. Market off the northwest side worth a visit too.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by melbourneros for Salamanca
Montana Rose
Top Contributor
271 reviews 271 reviews
99 attraction reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
140 helpful votes 140 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I know it's suppose to be one of the most beautiful is Spain, but I don't agree. It didn't help that the city had set up a tacky shopping shack in the middle of it ruining any special ambiance it might have. It's a typical plaza mayor...overpriced restaurants and shops. There are much better places in this city than this... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by MTRose for Salamanca
Letchworth ,
Top Contributor
68 reviews 68 reviews
30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
136 helpful votes 136 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Impressive square .pleasant to relax ,sip a coffee and watch the world pass by .Only disappointment was there was a book fair set up in the middle that detracted from the overall effect .Good to go after 10 pm to see the square lit up .

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by dizzyfizzy45 for Salamanca

Travellers who viewed Salamanca's Plaza Mayor also viewed

 
Salamanca, Province of Salamanca
Salamanca, Province of Salamanca
 

Been to Salamanca's Plaza Mayor? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Salamanca's Plaza Mayor, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing