Vista Alegre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Convento de San Francisco de Santiago
Learn about the local history of Santiago de Compostela when you take a trip to Convento de San Francisco de Santiago. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
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.
Activities
Santiago de Compostela: Cathedral, Museum, and Old Town Tour
Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria
Guided Tour Santiago Cathedral, Museum and Old City
Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Muxía & Costa da Morte
From Santiago: Rías Baixas Tour with boat trip and winery
Visit to the Cathedral of Santiago with Roofs and Tower
Our pick of the best Vista Alegre Hotel Deals
NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
Staff very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Well located .. nice staff … large room ..
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Compostela Hotel
Great location.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
San Miguel Santiago
Breakfast was ok although 15 euros was expensive fir the choice of food on offer
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
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 Praza Quintana
Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vista Alegre
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 Alameda Park, 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.
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.
