Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre Travel Guide

Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Plaza de la Quintana showing a castle, 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 which includes a garden, wild flowers and flowers

Popular places to visit

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

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 featuring 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 showing a garden and landscape views

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, markets and food

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 a castle, 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

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 ₹21,686 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹21,686
₹23,854 total
21 Jul - 22 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 ₹12,614 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
₹12,614
₹13,876 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 Francisco Hotel Monumento
San Francisco Hotel Monumento
4 out of 5
Campillo de San Francisco, 3, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is ₹17,422 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹17,422
₹19,164 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (383 reviews)
"Great location and stunning historic building, moments walk from the cathedral and old town. Friendly staff and lovely indoor pool."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

San Francisco Hotel Monumento
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 Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and tour/ticket assistance. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (318 reviews)
"Very close to tourist place"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

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Oxford Suites Santiago de Compostela
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 ₹12,367 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹12,367
₹13,603 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews)
"Very clean hotel, nicely renovated and the location can’t be beat. The staff is very professional and friendly."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Hotel Plaza Obradoiro by Bossh! Hotels
San Miguel Santiago
San Miguel Santiago
3 out of 5
Plaza de San Miguel dos Agros, 9, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is ₹10,655 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
₹10,655
₹11,721 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews)
"Wonderful"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

San Miguel Santiago
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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 Travel Guide