Santiago de Compostela
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We propose a general visit day to the city of Santiago de Compostela, a World Heritage city and final destination of the Way of St James.
Essential
Santiago Cathedral
There are many ways to see the Cathedral. Visiting the high altar, the chapels surrounding the ambulatory. Not to be missed is the “Pórtico de la Gloria,” Maestro Mateo’s masterpiece of Romanesque sculpture, reflecting the transition to the Gothic style, and the Chapel of La Corticela. There are different guided tours of the Cathedral to visit the crypt, cloister and Cathedral museum, where you can admire tapestries by Rubens and Goya.
Recommended
Audio guide
Go round the city with the audio guide available at the Santiago Tourism office. You can get in 6 languages
Breathtaking
Cathedral rooftop
Going up to the cathedral rooftop. Advance booking recommended. Entrance from Palacio de Gelmírez.
Curious
New Perspectives Route
Go on the New Perspectives route, marked on the Santiago Tourism map: green spaces, town planning, panoramic views of the historic quarter and contemporary architecture.
If you have enough time
Cidade da Cultura de Galicia
The work of the American architect Peter Eisenman, the City of Culture of Galicia is a large new building with different cultural spaces that promote contemporary creativity and knowledge.
Taste
El Pasaje Restaurant
Probably the best pieces of fish and shellfish that are in Santiago ... and Galicia. Very good steak too. Anchovies are doing themselves a sin. If you want to give a tribute this is your place.
A Barrola Restaurant
To treat yourself to local fish and seafood. Good rice with lobster.
Casa Marcelo Restaurant
1 Michelin star, Galician and world fusion cuisine. Essential. Option of ordering small affordable portions.
A Tafona Restaurant
Probably the best menu of the day in the city. Hight quality with Good price.
Acio Restaurant
A new talent in the kitchen and an affordable tasting menu.
A Curtidoría Restaurant
For affordable tapas. No booking required.
A Taberna do Bispo
For affordable tapas. No booking required.
Abastos 2.0
Cooking without a fridge. Tasting menu, straight from the market to your plate.