What to see in Santiago de Compostela in 2 days
2-day itinerary for Santiago de Compostela (Spain): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.
Santiago de Compostela blends religious heritage, history and food at every turn. Here's a 2-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.
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Day 1Old Town · Ensanche District
Day 2Parks · Around the Cathedral
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How many days do I need to see Santiago de Compostela?
With 2 days you can cover the key areas of Santiago de Compostela: Old Town, Ensanche District, Parks and Around the Cathedral. The plan spreads them across your days so you don't retrace your steps or waste time between them.
When is the best time to visit Santiago de Compostela?
The best time to visit Santiago de Compostela is spring and autumn, though with a good itinerary it's worth it in almost any season.
How do you get around Santiago de Compostela?
It's a very walkable city: the centre is compact and almost everything is close by, so you'll get around mostly on foot. That's why the itinerary links places by proximity, grouping a different area each day so you never retrace your steps.
What to visit in Santiago de Compostela?
The must-sees in Santiago de Compostela: Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Cathedral Museum and Pórtico de la Gloria, Plaza del Obradoiro and Free Tour of Santiago de Compostela. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.
Is Santiago de Compostela worth visiting?
Yes. Santiago de Compostela brings together religious heritage, history and food, and the must-sees —Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Cathedral Museum and Pórtico de la Gloria, Plaza del Obradoiro and Free Tour of Santiago de Compostela— are easy to take in over 2 days. It's worth it even if you're short on time.
Where to eat in Santiago de Compostela?
Some local picks from this guide: Abastos 2.0, Casa Marcelo and O Sendeiro. They're placed by area alongside each day of the itinerary.
What's the best day trip from Santiago de Compostela?
Less than 150 km away you have Pontevedra, A Coruña and Vigo: a day trip you can also plan with the Trip Planner.
How much does it cost to visit Santiago de Compostela?
It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.
Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?
Every bookable activity includes a direct link to Civitatis to buy the ticket or tour online and skip the lines.