San Lazaro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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
From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion
From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour
Old Town of Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour
Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria
Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Costa da Morte, Ézaro, Muros & Carnota
Our pick of the best San Lazaro Hotel Deals
Eurostars San Lazaro
NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Eurostars Araguaney
Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
Compostela Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around San Lazaro
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.
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.