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.
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 San Lazaro Hotel Deals
Eurostars San Lazaro
Everything was nice about the hotel except they are way understaffed at the front desk. They did not answer the phone when we called for requests. The queue often was very long with only one (or no) person at the front desk. Very nice and professional, but very slow. All else was very good.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Oca Puerta del Camino Hotel
Travel over 250000 a year and stain more than 25 hotels yearly, by far, the best product for your money, staff is outstanding ( not common in Spain) it is worth 1000000 times to stay here and take a taxi DT. By far!!!!
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
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
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.
