Private Tour Santiago de Compostela Historic Center and Cathedral

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Private Tour Santiago de Compostela Historic Center and Cathedral, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy a full experience in Santiago de Compostela with this private tour that takes in the most emblematic corners of the historic center and allows you to get to know in depth the Cathedral, one of the great shrines of Christendom. We will start at Praza do Obradoiro, where we will learn about the history and symbolism of the heart of the city, before accessing the interior of the Cathedral to discover its architecture, the Portico de la Gloria, the tomb of the Apostle and the main liturgical spaces (according to accessibility).

The tour continues through the monumental squares surrounding the temple and the medieval streets full of history, legends and Jacobean tradition. We will finish with a panoramic view from the Alameda.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Abaq DMC Spain

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Accredited Official Guide
Included: Admission fees: Tickets to the Cathedral of Santiago

Not included

Not included: Meals
Not included: Tips

Itinerary

Plaza del Obradoiro

Passing by

We will start in the monumental heart of Santiago, surrounded by some of the most representative buildings of the city and facing the imposing facade of the Cathedral.
Catedral de Santiago de Compostela

one hour Admission included

We will start in the monumental heart of Santiago, surrounded by some of the most representative buildings of the city and facing the imposing facade of the Cathedral.
Praza da Inmaculada

Passing by

We will stop before the north facade of the Cathedral, the traditional arrival point of pilgrims from the French Way.
Praza das Praterias

Passing by

We will visit one of the oldest and most picturesque squares in the historic center, presided over by the Romanesque facade of the Cathedral and the famous Fountain of Horses.
Praza da Quintana de Vivos

Passing by

We will meet this elegant square full of history and legends, located next to the Holy Door and divided between the Quintana de Vivos and the Quintana de Mortos.
Stop 6

Passing by

We will travel one of the most popular streets in Santiago, known for its lively atmosphere, its traditional taverns and its close relationship with Galician gastronomic culture.
Monasterio de San Martin Pinario

Passing by

We will contemplate the monumental facade of this ancient Benedictine monastery, one of the most important religious ensembles of Santiago de Compostela.
Mercado de Abastos de Santiago

Passing by

We will discover the surroundings of the main traditional market of Santiago, a place closely linked to local products and Galician cuisine.
Stop 9

Passing by

We will finish the tour in one of the most emblematic parks of the city, from where we will enjoy one of the best panoramic views of the Cathedral and the historic center.