Santiago de Compostela Private Tour with Cathedral Ticket
Santiago de Compostela Private Tour with Cathedral Ticket
Explore Santiago de Compostela, declared by UNESCO as a world heritage site, next to a local licensed tour guide. You will discover, explore and learn the history, legends and secrets of this wonderful city next to a local expert.This famous pilgrimage site in north-west Spain became a symbol in the Spanish Christians' struggle against Islam. Destroyed by the Muslims at the end of the 10th century, it was completely rebuilt in the following century.
With its Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings, the Old Town of Santiago is one of the world's most beautiful urban areas. The oldest monuments are grouped around the tomb of St James and the cathedral, which contains the remarkable Pórtico de la Gloria.Your guide will provide you with interesting historical and cultural insights into each landmark and help you discover hidden gems.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Plaza del Obradoiro
Your guide will explain you the origin of the city, the cathedral and what does Obradoiro means.
20 minutesCathedral De Santiago de Compostela
Around the Cathedral retains a valuable historic centre worthy of one of the greatest holy cities of Christianity.
40 minutesPraza das Praterias
This square is one of the main symbols of Santiago, and is named after the many shops of silver articles in its arcades. You will see a 19th Century Fountain, Casa del Cabildo and Casa de los Canónigos.
30 minutesPraza da Quintana de Vivos
Here is located the oldest convent in the city: San Paio de Antealtares. From here you can also see the Portico Real of the Cathedral, the towers Berenguela and Torre del Reloj and the Puerta del Perdon (which opens only in a Holy Year)
30 minutesMonasterio de San Martin Pinario
This massive baroque monastery was once one of the wealthiest and most powerful institutions in Spain, with extensive lands and properties across Galicia. Today, visitors can tour the monastery's ornate chapel, library, and refectory, as well as its beautiful cloisters and gardens.
Parroquia de Nosa Señora a Antiga da Corticela
Located in Plaza de Azabachería
20 minutesMercado de Abastos de Santiago
This lively indoor market is a food lover's paradise, with dozens of stalls selling fresh seafood, meat, cheese, produce, and other local specialties. Visitors can sample some of Galicia's famous octopus, enjoy a glass of wine or vermouth, and soak up the bustling atmosphere of the market.
15 minutesParque de la Alameda
This picturesque park offers stunning views of the city and the surrounding countryside, as well as plenty of green space for walking, picnicking, and relaxing. The park is home to several monuments and sculptures, including the Monumento a los Héroes de la Guerra de Independencia (a tribute to Galician soldiers who fought in the War of Independence), and is a popular spot for watching the sunset over Santiago de Compostela.
15 minutesIncluded
- Hotel/apartment pickup and drop-off (if hotel is centrally located)
- Private official tour guide
- Skip the line ticket to Santiago de Compostela cathedral
- Entry/Admission - Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation
Good to Know
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.