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In an entertaining and fun way you will be able to learn the secrets and legends hidden in the main monuments and stones of Santiago. You can also walk through the food plaza, tapas areas and stroll through the Alameda. Does not include the interior of the Cathedral. If you want to enter, the client must pay for the museum tickets. Tour only in Spanish or Galician. Contact us if you want to customize the tour or meet at another meeting point.
Price: $60.25
Duration: 2 hours
Discover the Essence of Albariño: Join Our Exclusive Private Tour Embark on an extraordinary journey through the enchanting world of Albariño. Indulge in a personalized experience as our expert guides lead you through the scenic vineyards of Galicia, Spain, where Albariño flourishes. Gain insights into the winemaking process, from grape to bottle, and learn about the traditional and innovative methods employed by passionate local vintners. The Salnés Valley is where most of the Albariño cellars under the appellation of origin Rías Baixas are located and the wines here have very distinctive characteristics due to the influence of the Atlantic and their unique canopy growing system of setting the vines, known as "parras". Come and let us show you the Albariño of the Rías Baixas! You will also be able to enjoy a typical lunch at a "furancho" (an at one time clandestine wine producers) with homemade wine and locally served dishes
Price: $397.67
Duration: 8 hours
THE COMPLETE RÍAS BAIXAS EXPERIENCE ONE DAY FULLY GUIDED TOUR FOR GROUPS Collection from designated point ⨀ Visit to a special bodega (winery), to include wine-tasting ⨀ Boat trip from O Grove through the Ría de Arousa to see the bateas (mussel farms) and learn about mussel cultivation, enjoying all-you-can-eat mussels, wine, music and fun ⨀ Lunch at a furancho (typical off-the-beaten-path private house) with homemade wine and freshly-prepared local dishes ⨀ Visit to the island of La Toja ⨀ Visit to Cambados (European Capital of Wine 2017) ⨀ Panoramic tour through Villagarcía de Arosa, Carril, and Catoira, stopping as the weather permits ⨀ Visit to Imo to see the famous hórreos (typical granaries) ⨀ Visit to historic Padrón ⨀ Return to origin. Juanjo leads this tour and can be adapted to your specific needs
Price: $373.58
Duration: 8-9 hours
Do you want to live an adventure experience kayaking through the Sacred Olympus of the Celts and contemplate the Ézaro Waterfall? We will embark on this great adventure guided by professionals. We will sail at the foot of the Sacred Celtic Olympus until we reach the beautiful Ezaro Waterfall, the only river in Europe that flows into the Atlantic Ocean as a waterfall. We will know first hand its history full of adventure and fun. An ideal experience for everyone including our pet!
Price: $42.18
Duration: 2 hours
Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Lisbon with our premium private transfer service full of wonderful authentic experiences and insights into the local culture. Meet your driver wherever you wish in Santiago de Compostela and relax on the journey to your desired destination. Our experienced local driver always has your safety and comfort in mind. From the beginning of the trip, when he picks you up in Santiago de Compostela at your desired time and takes care of your luggage, until the end of your journey in your chosen location in Lisbon. Our travel experts have chosen the most interesting sightseeing stops and top-rated attractions for you to choose from and enrich your journey. You will travel comfortably with a reliable driver who speaks English and has a good knowledge of the area. The only thing you need to do is relax while being taken care of. Do you need more transfers? We offer hundreds of sightseeing routes across Europe. Don't hesitate to contact us!
Price: $512.15
Duration: 7 hours
COSTA DA MORTE A comprehensive full-day private tour of the Death Coast, Galicia in a 4x4, taking you to emblematic parts of this large area. The tour drives from Santiago northbound stopping in Ponte Maceira, the Dombate dolmen, reaching the coast in Laxe, and driving along southbound to visit Traba, Camelle, Cabo Vilán, Camariñas, Muxía, Finisterre and the fantastic Ezaro waterfall. Juanjo leads this tour and can be adapted to your specific needs Tours are led by a very knowledgeable and professional local English/German-speaking guide and there are lots of opportunities to take photos and enjoy the wild nature and excellent gastronomy offered by the region. Tours can also be customized to suit specific requirements.
Price: $475.99
Duration: 8-10 hours
Do Eat Better Experience Santiago Food Tour is a walking tour in small groups around the old town. You will be guided by a Local Expert, who's able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and any other relevant fun fact and curiosity. You will visit at least 4 venues and at the end of the tour you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal, tasting various tapas and drinks. you will get the chance to try some of the most iconic dishes, such as tortilla de patata, Patata con pulpo, and Galician cheese! These tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing local lifestyle and a walking experience with a local friend. Enjoy the most traditional tapas in Santiago and discover the secrets behind this Galician, worldwide famous gem. And don't forget: by booking this food tour, you will contribute to sustainable tourism and create shared value with local companies.
Price: $90.38
Duration: 3 hours
Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors and culture of Galicia in a relaxed and welcoming environment. You’ll enjoy a carefully curated selection of five traditional Galician tapas, each made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients that showcase the rich culinary heritage of the region. The tapas include classic dishes like Raxo (marinated pork), Empanada (Galician pie), Chicharrones (Smached pork meat), Pimientos de Padrón (local peppers), and the iconic Tarta de Santiago (almond cake), giving you a true taste of Galicia’s diverse flavors. To complement the tapas, you’ll choose two drinks from a variety of local options—wine, beer, soft drinks, water, infusions, or coffee—allowing you to tailor the experience to your tastes. This experience takes place in a cozy, authentic local bar in Santiago’s old town, a perfect spot that captures the heart of the city’s culinary scene. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a chance to learn, engage, and experience Santiago’s old town like a local.
Price: $42.18
Duration: 2 hours
Visit one of the most magical and beautiful places in Galicia. You will get to know the imposing canyons of the Sil while sailing through the peaceful waters of the river. From one of the best viewpoints in the area you will see the canyons in all their splendor. You will visit a special place, a very ancient monastery (6th century), located in a magical enclave of the Ribeira Sacra, San Pedro de Rocas. We will stop for lunch in the city of Ourense and then take a tour of its monumental area. You will see there its beautiful Cathedral, Roman Bridge and the Burgas (source of boiling waters!) Our guides, experts in the area, will make you live a special day full of stories, landscapes and anecdotes of a different and exciting area. Come with us to experience the Ribeira Sacra!
Price: $56.64
Duration: 10 hours
Step into the enchanting region of Galicia and explore the charming city of La Coruña with a personalized private tour from Santiago de Compostela. Your day will begin with a pick-up from your hotel, where you'll be greeted by a professional chauffeur in a luxurious vehicle. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will provide you with insightful commentary and fascinating facts about the history and culture of the region. Once you arrive in La Coruña, you'll have the opportunity to discover the city's iconic landmarks and hidden gems, including the historic Tower of Hercules, a UNESCO World Heritage site that boasts breathtaking views of the Atlantic coast. You'll also explore the San Anton Castle, an ancient fortress that once protected the city from enemy attacks, and learn about its fascinating history. Throughout your tour, your guide will customize the itinerary based on your interests and preferences, ensuring that you get the most out of your day in La Coruña.
Price: $560.10
Duration: 8 hours
Uncover the untamed beauty of Ribeira Sacra: Join Our Private Wine Tour. Embark on a captivating journey through the ruggedly breathtaking landscapes of Ribeira Sacra with our exclusive private wine tour. Discover the hidden treasures of this enchanting wine region, renowned for its dramatic vineyards that cling to steep slopes and the exceptional wines they produce. Experience the thrill of venturing off the beaten path as our knowledgeable guide leads you through terraced vineyards nestled amidst lush river canyons. Throughout your private tour, relish the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with winemakers and gain firsthand insights into their winemaking philosophies.
Price: $451.89
Duration: 9-12 hours
Enjoy this completely personalized private tour of Vigo and enjoy their most important monuments and sights. Take this opportunity to get to know Vigo in this experience with your own private official tour guide and a private vehicle with chauffeur. Get to personalize your own experience. We will pick you up either from the cruise port or from the your hotel or place of choice in Vigo.
Price: $645.57
Duration: 3 hours
A wine expert leads this tour and can be adapted to your specific needs. We will visit the main wine regions of Galicia, enjoy their wines, visit their cities, monuments, and hidden corners, taste the typical meals, and obtain an off-the-beaten-track experience, rest in the best hotels, monasteries, old castles, or manor houses. An exclusive experience hard to forget.
Price: $2,554.71
Duration: 96 hours
This tour will take you to a historic winery of the famous Albariño wine, but will also include a boat ride in a large catamaran to visit the mussel farms while enjoying some mussels and wine, you will enjoy some beautiful landscapes of Galicia, completing the tour with a fantastic seafood lunch with unlimited wine (not Included in the price). A trip you'll remember.
Price: $783.28
Duration: 7-8 hours
Discover the rugged beauty of the Costa de la Muerte and the dramatic landscape of Cabo Finisterre on this private tour. With a knowledgeable guide, you will experience some of the most breathtaking and lesser-known sites in the region. After a comfortable car drive from Santiago de Compostela, you will reach the Costa de la Muerte, which is aptly named "the Coast of Death" due to its dangerous rocky coastline and shipwrecks that have occurred throughout history. You will have the opportunity to explore some of the region's most picturesque fishing villages such as Muxía and Finisterre. The area is also known for its delicious seafood, so be sure to try some of the local specialties like pulpo a la gallega (Galician-style octopus) and percebes (goose barnacles). Next, you will visit the famous Cabo Finisterre, which is considered the westernmost point of the European continent and was once thought to be the end of the world by the ancient Romans.
Price: $668.56
Duration: 8 hours
On this Private Tour of Santiago de Compostela you will discover the magic of a city full of history, spirituality and university life. We will walk through the narrow cobblestone streets of the Historic Quarter, declared a World Heritage Site, and we will reach the majestic Plaza del Obradoiro, where the emblematic Cathedral stands, the goal of thousands of pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago. We will tour charming squares, such as Quintana and Platerías, and we will know less traveled corners that keep the soul of the city. To cap off the experience, we will enjoy a glass of wine or local beer accompanied by a typical Galician appetizer in a traditional bar, the perfect brooch to taste the authentic character of Santiago. A complete, pleasant and close tour that combines history, spirituality and gastronomy to live the city in a unique way.
Price: $54.23
Duration: 2 hours
Walk a small scenic part of "The Camino" (approximately 4 km) and share it with pilgrims on a pilgrimage that has been happening for over a thousand years. to then tour Santiago de Compostela. You'll enjoy breathing the air of an active city while seeing travelers and pilgrims arriving from all over the world. On our way to Santiago, we'll visit the impressive architecture of the City of Culture, a recent landmark of the city. We'll see the most important monuments in the city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visiting its cathedral, the most relevant sites, and the quaint medieval streets, where you will see people from different parts of the world. Santiago is also a city with one of the oldest universities in Spain, which also gives it a very lively atmosphere. For lunch, I will take you tapas hopping with local delicacies. This tour can be customized and adapted to your own specific needs, so do not hesitate to ask..
Price: $837.51
Duration: 4-6 hours
Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from your Hotel or accommodation in Santiago de Compostela City Center to Santiago de Compostela Airport SCQ by private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.
Price: $72.42
Duration: 0 hours
Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Spanish, Galician
- Climate: Oceanic
- Timezone: Europe/Madrid
- Population: Santiago de Compostela has a population of approximately 98,000 people.
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during spring and autumn for pleasant weather.
- Visa Requirements Generally, citizens of the US, EU, and UK do not require a visa for tourism stays up to 90 days. However, it's advisable to check the latest visa requirements before traveling. For non-EU citizens, visa requirements vary, and some may need a Schengen visa.
About Santiago De Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is a city steeped in history and spirituality, renowned as the final destination of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. This ancient city is a treasure trove of architectural marvels, cultural richness, and vibrant traditions. Visitors are drawn to its stunning cathedral, which houses the relics of Saint James the Greater, and the lively Plaza del Obradoiro. The city's unique blend of medieval charm and modern vitality makes it an irresistible destination for travelers seeking both spiritual and cultural experiences.
Santiago de Compostela Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Galicia
- Duration Range: Half-day or Full-day
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during spring and autumn for pleasant weather. Pack layers for cooler mornings and evenings. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting churches. Be mindful of pickpocketing in crowded areas, and use credit cards or cash for payments.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $220
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Important Tour Information
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Top Attractions
1. **Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela**: This magnificent cathedral is the epicenter of the city, housing the relics of Saint James and featuring stunning Romanesque architecture. 2. **Plaza del Obradoiro**: A grand square surrounded by historic buildings, including the cathedral and the Town Hall. 3. **Museum of the Cathedral**: Offers insights into the cathedral's history and art. 4. **Mercado de Abastos**: A bustling marketplace filled with local produce and seafood. 5. **Praza da Quintana**: A charming square with beautiful architecture and lively atmosphere.
Popular Activities
Santiago de Compostela offers a range of activities, from exploring its historic center to participating in the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Visitors can enjoy cultural experiences like attending traditional Galician music performances or visiting local festivals. For adventure seekers, there are opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding countryside.
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
The local cuisine in Santiago de Compostela is characterized by fresh seafood dishes like pulpo a feira and empanadas. Traditional desserts include tetilla cheese cake. Noteworthy restaurants often serve local specialties in cozy, historic settings. Dining customs emphasize local ingredients and traditional cooking methods.
Getting Around
To reach Santiago de Compostela, visitors can fly into Santiago Airport or take trains from major Spanish cities. Local transportation includes buses and taxis, with walking being a preferred way to explore the city center. Costs are generally moderate, with affordable options for accommodation and dining.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during spring and autumn for pleasant weather. Pack layers for cooler mornings and evenings. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting churches. Be mindful of pickpocketing in crowded areas, and use credit cards or cash for payments.
Culture & Customs
Santiago de Compostela is deeply rooted in Catholic traditions, with significant festivals like the Feast of Saint James. Social customs emphasize respect for religious sites and local heritage. Visitors should be aware of cultural norms, such as not eating in churches or during processions.
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