Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre

Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage elements
Plaza de la Quintana showing chateau or palace, heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Alameda Park which includes a park
Obradoiro Square which includes heritage architecture and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people
Alameda Park showing flowers, wildflowers and a garden

Popular places to visit

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

4/5(28 reviews)

An important site of pilgrimage, this historic cathedral is considered to be one of Spain’s most extraordinary examples of Romanesque architecture.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Obradoiro Square showing outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Obradoiro Square

4.5/5(23 reviews)

See some of the city’s most impressive architectural achievements in this handsome public square.

Obradoiro Square
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral showing a fountain and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum

5/5(3 reviews)

Delve deep into the art, history and evolution of one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites and finest religious landmarks.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum
San Martino Pinario Monastery featuring landscape views and a garden

San Martino Pinario Monastery

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Look inside this lovely Baroque monastery, which is home to a collection of valuable paintings, sacred objects and gold works.

San Martino Pinario Monastery
Mercado de Abastos de Santiago featuring street scenes, food and markets

Mercado de Abastos de Santiago

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Santiago de Compostela at this exciting market.

Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
Plaza de la Quintana showing chateau or palace, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Plaza de la Quintana

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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.

Plaza de la Quintana

Things to do

From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion

From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion

RM236
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion
Costa da Morte

Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Muxía & Costa da Morte

RM236
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Muxía & Costa da Morte
The best views of the Cathedral

Old Town of Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour

RM5
per adult
Old Town of Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour
Santiago Cathedral + entrance Portico de la Gloria

Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria

RM130
per adult
Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria
Santiago : wines, liqueur, Tapas tasting, Live music

Santiago: Guided Foodie Tour with Drinks, Tapas & Live Music

RM193
per adult
Santiago: Guided Foodie Tour with Drinks, Tapas & Live Music
Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria

Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria

RM188
per adult
Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria
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Top hotels in Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre

Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
5 out of 5
Plaza do Obradoiro 1, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is RM1,239 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM1,239
RM1,363 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"Beautiful property. It was like staying in a museum. A part of the building was under construction but I do hear any noise at all during my stay."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Hotel Praza Quintana
Hotel Praza Quintana
3 out of 5
Rúa Da Conga, 9, Santiago de Compostela
The price is RM734 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
RM734
RM807 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (846 reviews)
"Great location. The property is very well located even when it is a small hotel."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Hotel Praza Quintana
San Miguel Santiago
San Miguel Santiago
3 out of 5
Plaza de San Miguel dos Agros, 9, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM521 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
RM521
RM573 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (335 reviews)
"Well located central to the old town yet in quiet plaza. Staff wonderful and friendly. Highly recommended for weary pilgrims!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

San Miguel Santiago
Hotel Plaza Obradoiro by Bossh! Hotels
Hotel Plaza Obradoiro by Bossh! Hotels
3 out of 5
Avenida de raxoi, 1, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña
The price is RM588 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
RM588
RM647 total
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (192 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Hotel Plaza Obradoiro by Bossh! Hotels
Oxford Suites Santiago de Compostela
Oxford Suites Santiago de Compostela
2 out of 5
Calle San Francisco, 8, Santiago de Compostela
Stay at this hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and tour/ticket assistance. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (316 reviews)
"Great location Clean Small rooms and small shower but understandable given that is an old structure in the historical district. There is no elevator so for older guest it may be a little hard to walk to the third floor."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

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Oxford Suites Santiago de Compostela
Hotel Pazo de Altamira
Hotel Pazo de Altamira
3 out of 5
Rúa Altamira 18, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is RM505 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
RM505
RM556 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Santiago de Compostela ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (148 reviews)
Exellent
"Staff was very friendly, professional, helpful, well prepared, the room was very neat, clean, bathroom, well stocked."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Hotel Pazo de Altamira
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Other neighbourhoods around Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Santiago de Compostela City Centre

4/5(6 area reviews)

Santiago de Compostela City Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and with sights like Galicia Plaza and Alameda Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santiago de Compostela.

Santiago de Compostela City Centre
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Barrio de San Pedro

Though Barrio de San Pedro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Plaza de la Quintana.

Barrio de San Pedro
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El Ensanche Zona Nuova

Unique features of El Ensanche Zona Nuova include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Galicia Plaza or Plaza Roja while you're exploring the area.

El Ensanche Zona Nuova
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Vista Alegre

While there might not be top attractions in Vista Alegre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Convento de San Francisco de Santiago and San Martino Pinario Monastery.

Vista Alegre
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San Lazaro

5/5(1 area review)

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.

San Lazaro

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre