Things to do in Galicia

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A bustling street with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and outdoor cafes.
An ornate church interior with high vaulted ceilings, intricate gold decorations, and a large altar.
A park with a pond, swans, ducks, and a variety of trees.
A statue in a park with a paved path and benches.
A garden with a gravel path, neatly trimmed hedges, and a variety of flowering plants.
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A historic square with a prominent cathedral featuring a tall bell tower and intricate architecture.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

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An important site of pilgrimage, this historic cathedral is considered to be one of Spain’s most extraordinary examples of Romanesque architecture.
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A historic square with a large ornate building, cobblestone pavement, and people walking.

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre

Travelers to Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre praise its stunning cathedral. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Plaza de la Quintana and Obradoiro Square.

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture, including multiple bell towers and statues.

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 Alameda Park.

A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by houses and greenery.

Santiago de Vigo

If you're spending some time in Santiago de Vigo, Centro Principe and Centro Cultural Caixanova are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal city with a marina, historic buildings, and a lighthouse.

La Coruna Old Town

Unique features of La Coruna Old Town include the seaside views and waterfront views. Make a stop by Maria Pita House Museum or Luis Seoane Foundation while you're exploring the area.

A historic building with a clock and the inscription "CASA CONSISTORIAL" above the entrance.

Pontevedra Old Town

Pontevedra Old Town is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pontevedra Town Hall and Praza de la Pelegrina.

A park with a large tree and a bench. In the background, there is a historic building with multiple towers.

Santiago de Compostela

A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and rocky outcrops.

Lugo

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and clear turquoise waters.

Pontevedra

A coastal town with a harbor filled with boats, surrounded by hills and residential buildings with red-tiled roofs.

Marin

A blue fishing boat docked in a calm harbor with buildings and trees in the background.

Cangas

A green grasshopper on a rough asphalt surface.

Friol

A wooden bridge leading to a historic stone castle surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking a calm body of water.

Oleiros

A natural rock arch formation over a beach with clear turquoise water.

Ribadeo

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