Things to do in Pontevedra

This elegant 19th-century neoclassical building serves as Pontevedra's administrative heart. Admire its stately façade at Plaza de España before exploring the surrounding historic center.

This vibrant square features the scallop-shaped Church of the Pilgrim Virgin, a symbol for travelers on the Portuguese Way. Enjoy Galician cuisine at nearby cafés while watching Pontevedra's daily rhythm unfold.

You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Pontevedra, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Pontevedra. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

This Baroque sanctuary with its scallop shell floor plan marks a key stop on the Portuguese Way of Saint James. Visitors marvel at the 18th-century altarpiece and unique holy water font made from a Pacific mollusk shell.

This 19th-century estate blends modernist architecture with botanical gardens housing nearly 2,000 plant species. Wander the imperial staircase with neoclassical sculptures amid exotic cypresses and native oaks.

This 16th-century basilica showcases Gothic-Renaissance architecture with a Plateresque façade built by the Guild of Seamen. Inside features a majestic altar and a viewpoint offering panoramic views of historic Pontevedra.

Alameda de Pontevedra is just one of the places to see in Pontevedra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its monuments.

This tranquil riverfront beach offers fine sand and calm waters where the Verdugo River meets the estuary. Explore the adjacent medieval bridge that played a pivotal role in Spain's War of Independence.