Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Santiago de Compostela
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.
Things to do
Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença
Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Costa da Morte, Ézaro, Muros & Carnota
Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Muxía & Costa da Morte
From Santiago: Finisterre Muxia Costa da Morte, 7 Stops Tour
From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour
Finisterre Express : the route to the end of the world
Top hotels in Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Top notch
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Hotel Praza Quintana
Perfect location
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Hotel Rua Villar
Perfect place, 100 yards from Cathedral, with easily accessable 24h parking outside of the old town.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 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 Oct 11, 2025
San Miguel Santiago
The hotel is very comfortable, clean and in a great location. The personnel is friendly and professional.Our stay was amazing!
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
San Francisco Hotel Monumento
Clean and spacious room with convenient location to tours, restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Travelers to Santiago de Compostela City Centre praise its stunning cathedral. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Galicia Plaza and Franco Street.
Barrio de San Pedro
While Barrio de San Pedro might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Plaza de la Quintana.
El Ensanche Zona Nuova
Unique features of El Ensanche Zona Nuova include the historic sites and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Galicia Plaza or Plaza Roja while you're exploring the area.
Vista Alegre
Though Vista Alegre might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions 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.
