Santiago de Compostela
Spain · Galicia · 260 m
Description
Santiago de Compostela is the historic capital of Galicia and one of Europe's most important pilgrimage destinations. As the traditional terminus of the Camino de Santiago, the city has attracted pilgrims from around the world for more than a thousand years. It is renowned for its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, with its granite streets and squares, and for its magnificent cathedral on the Praza do Obradoiro, which is traditionally regarded as the resting place of Saint James the Apostle. Santiago de Compostela combines religious tradition, outstanding cultural heritage, and a vibrant university atmosphere to create a unique character. It is the spiritual and cultural heart of Galicia and one of Spain's most remarkable historic cities.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – July
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- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
- Old Town (UNESCO)
- End of the Camino de Santiago
- Praza do Obradoiro
- Botafumeiro ceremony
- Hostal dos Reis Católicos
- Monastery of San Martiño Pinario
- Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares
- Colexiata de Santa María a Real do Sar
- Mercado de Abastos
- Galician seafood & pulpo
- Rua do Franco
- Museum of Pilgrimages (Museo das Peregrinacións)
- Museum of the Galician People
- Galician Centre of Contemporary Art (CGAC)
- Cidade da Cultura de Galicia
- Parque da Alameda
- Miradoiro da Alameda
- Parque de Bonaval
- Santo Domingo de Bonaval Monastery
- Praza da Quintana
- Praza das Praterías
- Praza da Inmaculada
- Arco de Mazarelos
- Convento de San Francisco
- Belvís Park
- Monte Pedroso viewpoint
- University of Santiago de Compostela
- Church of San Fructuoso
- Casa do Cabildo
- Pazo de Raxoi
- Pazo de Fonseca
- San Fiz de Solovio Church
- Pilgrim's Office
- Pilgrim Monument
Getting there
- Airports:
- SCQ
- Train stations:
- Santiago de Compostela - Daniel Castelao, Osebe