Barrio de San Pedro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio de San Pedro
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.
Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Santiago de Compostela at this exciting market.
San Martino Pinario Monastery
Look inside this lovely Baroque monastery, which is home to a collection of valuable paintings, sacred objects and gold works.
Alameda Park
Join the locals for an afternoon stroll in this popular city park, the site of interesting monuments and frequent cultural events.
Activities
Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença
Guided Tour Santiago Cathedral, Museum and Old City
From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour
From Santiago: Finisterre Muxia Costa da Morte, 7 Stops Tour
Santiago de Compostela: Cathedral, Museum, and Old Town Tour
Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria
Our pick of the best Barrio de San Pedro Hotel Deals
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Super cute rooms, bathrooms are sparkling new and updated while the room evoked the castle and romantic eras... service is top notch, staff friendly and helpful. Literally steps from the cathedral and the cutest old town shops. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
NH NEEDS SMART TV ON THE ROOMS
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Compostela Hotel
Great location.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Eurostars Araguaney
Hotel was 4 stars. Great location and good breakfast. The parking was also very convenient on property underground.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Hotel Santiago Plaza Affiliated by Meliá
Everything was perfect. A little far away from the center, walking distance at least for us, but a very short distance by taxi.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
great stay. room was nice
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de San Pedro
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 Museum.
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.
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.
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.
San Lazaro
San Lazaro is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Congress and Exposition Center of Galicia and San Lazaro Stadium.
