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What to do in Santiago de Compostela
Popular places to visit
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
An important site of pilgrimage, this historic cathedral is considered to be one of Spain’s most extraordinary examples of Romanesque architecture.
Obradoiro Square
See some of the city’s most impressive architectural achievements in this handsome public square.
University of Santiago de Compostela
Explore the campus of University of Santiago de Compostela during your travels in Santiago de Compostela. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
San Martino Pinario Monastery
Look inside this lovely Baroque monastery, which is home to a collection of valuable paintings, sacred objects and gold works.
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum
Delve deep into the art, history and evolution of one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites and finest religious landmarks.
Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Santiago de Compostela at this exciting market.
Alameda Park
Join the locals for an afternoon stroll in this popular city park, the site of interesting monuments and frequent cultural events.
Plaza de la Quintana
Santiago de Compostela’s second-largest square is an intriguing place to stop for a coffee and watch people of the city go about their daily activities.
Museum of the Galician People
Discover Galician culture at this interesting museum, best known for its gorgeous 13th-century spiral staircase.
Areas of Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Santiago de Compostela City Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and with sights like Galicia Plaza and Franco Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santiago de Compostela.
Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and you can see some sights area like Plaza de la Quintana and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral.
El Ensanche Zona Nuova
Unique features of El Ensanche Zona Nuova include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Galicia Plaza or Plaza Roja while you're exploring the area.
San Lazaro
San Lazaro is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Lazaro Stadium and Congress and Exposition Center of Galicia.
Vista Alegre
While there might not be top attractions in Vista Alegre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Convento de San Francisco de Santiago and San Martino Pinario Monastery.
Barrio de San Pedro
Though Barrio de San Pedro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Plaza de la Quintana.
- Obradoiro Square
- Santiago de Compostela Tourism Office
- San Martino Pinario Monastery
- Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
- Provincial Hospital of Conxo
- Plaza Roja
- Museum of the Galician People
- Santiago de Compostela Intermodal Station Footbridge
- Plaza de Vigo
- Raxoi Palace
- Area Central Shopping Center
- Multiusos Fontes do Sar
- Galería de Arte Contemporáneo José Lorenzo
- Toural Square
- Colexiata de Santa Maria do Sar
- Library and Archive of Galicia