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The Flower Route & the Coast: 3-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 3-day version for January: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 3-day plan · 4-day plan · 5-day plan · best time to go.

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3
days
185 km
distance
3.6 h
driving
19
curated stops

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Day 1 San Salvador

6 curated stops
Transit
0h55
Finish
~16:10
Temperature
22.2°C–30.0°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
11.3h
09:00
Metropolitan Cathedral Of San Salvador read more map ↗
You will see the tomb of Monsignor Saint Oscar Romero inside.
50 min · San Salvador
open: Open 8AM-Noon, 2PM-5PM daily
10:00
National Palace cultura.gob.sv read more map ↗
Explore the grand halls and intricate architecture of this historic government building.
50 min · San Salvador
11:10
Monseñor Romero Center search map ↗
The stories of conflict and loss in the 1980s-90s come to life.
50 min · San Salvador
open: M 9AM-7:30PM, Tu-F 8AM-5:30PM
12:10
Museum of Art of El Salvador museomarte.org read more map ↗
Discover a diverse collection of Salvadoran art spanning centuries in a modern setting.
50 min · San Salvador
13:15
Monument to the Divine Savior of the World read more
A towering statue of Jesus Christ stands above a globe.
50 min · San Salvador
14:20
Monument of Memory and Truth read more
Black granite walls bear the names of civil war victims.
50 min · San Salvador
15:10
La Panetière lapanetiere.com.sv
Savor freshly baked bread and pastries in a cozy atmosphere.
60 min · San Salvador
Overnight here
e.g. InterContinental San Salvador-Metrocentro Mall · Hostal Esencia Nativa
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Day 2 Around San Salvador

6 curated stops
Transit
1h00
Finish
~16:15
Temperature
22.2°C–30.0°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
11.3h
09:00
Railway Museum and Theme Park search map ↗
Old locomotives and carriages display El Salvador's industrial past.
50 min · San Salvador
open: Tu-Su 9AM-5PM; M 10:15AM-8PM
10:05
Rosario Church read more
Rainbow-colored light floods the modernist interior through arched concrete.
50 min · San Salvador
11:10
Cinemark cinemarkca.com
Enjoy a movie in a comfortable theater setting.
50 min · San Salvador
12:15
Multicinema multicinema.com.sv
Experience the latest films in a modern cinema.
50 min · San Salvador
13:20
Cinepolis cinepolis.com.sv
Watch a film at this popular cinema in Galerías Escalón.
50 min · San Salvador
14:25
Jugueton San Salvador jugueton.com.sv
Explore a wide variety of toys and fun crafts for all ages.
50 min · San Salvador
15:15
Sal y pimienta facebook.com
Enjoy nutritious meals with detox drinks and regular breakfast or dinner options.
60 min · San Salvador
Overnight here
e.g. InterContinental San Salvador-Metrocentro Mall · Hostal Esencia Nativa
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 3 El Tunco & La Libertad

5 curated stops
Transit
1h43
Finish
~17:50
Temperature
22.2°C–30.0°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
11.3h
09:55
Walter Thilo Deininger National Park mitur.gob.sv map ↗
Explore lush forests, canopy walks, and waterfalls in an adventurous setting.
90 min · El Tunco & La Libertad · $3 for foreigners
open: 8AM-4PM daily
11:45
Playa el Obispo search map ↗
Unwind on a quieter rocky shoreline, perfect for wearing shoes and relaxing.
90 min · El Tunco & La Libertad
13:25
Puerto la Libertad Pier search map ↗
Walk along a modern pier bustling with fishing activity and fresh catches.
50 min · El Tunco & La Libertad
open: 6am-11pm
14:35
Playa San Blas search map ↗
Swim and sunbathe on a sandy beach with few rocks and calm waters.
90 min · El Tunco & La Libertad
16:20
El Sunzal Beach search
Ride the waves at El Salvador's best surfing beach.
90 min · El Tunco & La Libertad

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