Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença
Guided Tour Santiago Cathedral, Museum and Old City
From Santiago: Finisterre Muxia Costa da Morte, 7 Stops Tour
From Santiago: Tour to Cathedral Beach, Asturias, and Pancha
Santiago de Compostela: Cathedral, Museum, and Old Town Tour
From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre 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
Hotel Praza Quintana
Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Rua Villar
Good overall stay.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
San Miguel Santiago
The location is great. It is close to everything, cathedral, museums, restaurants, grocery stores, and laundry services. The room is very spacious. It also has a great view over the terrace and church steeples in the old town. The reception is very helpful arranging transportation services for us. ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
San Francisco Hotel Monumento
Clean and spacious room with convenient location to tours, restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Carrís Casa de la Troya
Great location close to the cathedral. Comfy beds and a little coffee room downstairs. Lovely spot!
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
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.
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.
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.
