Vista Alegre
Santiago de Compostela
Popular places to visit
University of Santiago de Compostela
Explore the campus of University of Santiago de Compostela during your travels in Santiago de Compostela. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Convento de San Francisco de Santiago
Learn about the local history of Santiago de Compostela when you take a trip to Convento de San Francisco de Santiago. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Finisterre Express : the route to the end of the world
Finisterre Express: the route to the end of the world
From Santiago: Rías Baixas Tour with boat trip and winery
From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxía & Costa da Morte Tour
Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria
Visit to the Cathedral of Santiago with Roofs and Tower
Top hotels in Vista Alegre
NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
Expensive, but well worth the price in terms of amenities and quality
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Pensión Residencia Tambre
Ava made our check in seamless and was so helpful sharing her knowledge of the city. The room was clean and well designed. We loved our balcony. The location is very walkable to the old city. We would definitely stay there again. Laura
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
B&B Hotel Santiago Milladoiro
We loved the breakfast. It was the best on our 14 days on the Camino
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Extremely dirty carpets everywhere, imagine the rest. Carpets has tons of visible stains.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hotel Praza Quintana
As a single traveler, they put me in the room on the 4th floor with “no room number” It is a room converted from the attics with the low roof beams. I am not sure if this room is legal to rent out or not. With the low ceiling beams, I cannot walk upright in the room. For a day or two that is okay, ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
Nice, comfortable room. Good breakfast. 15 min walking distance from the center and Cathedral.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vista Alegre
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.
Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and you can see some sights area like Plaza de la Quintana and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum.
Santiago de Compostela City Centre
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.
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.
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.
