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What to see in Santiago de Compostela in 4 days

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Practical info · Santiago de Compostela

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length2 days
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BudgetBudget · €
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Getting aroundOn foot
Known forReligious heritage, history and food

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Day 1Old Town

Monastery of San Martín Pinario
Monastery of San Martín Pinario
A great Benedictine monastery with Baroque altarpieces, next to the Cathedral.
from 4€
Hostal dos Reis Católicos (Parador)
Hostal dos Reis Católicos (Parador)
A former 16th-century pilgrims' hospital on the Plaza del Obradoiro.
Free
Gastronomic Tour of Santiago
A tour of tapas and Galician products through the historic centre.
from 50€
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
End of the Camino, a jewel of Galician Romanesque.
Free
Cathedral Museum and Pórtico de la Gloria
Cathedral treasure and Master Mateo's masterpiece.
from 12€
Plaza del Obradoiro
Plaza del Obradoiro
Monumental square before the Baroque façade.
Free
Free Tour of Santiago de Compostela
Guided tour through the medieval old town.
Free
🍽️ Abastos 2.0
Small spot next to the Abastos Market serving daily specials.
~30€
🍽️ Casa Marcelo
Galician-Asian fusion with a Michelin star.
~55€

Day 2Ensanche District

Mercado de Abastos
Traditional market of fresh Galician produce.
Free
Museum of the Galician People
Galician ethnography with a famous spiral staircase.
from 4€
Collegiate Church of Santa María de Sar
Collegiate Church of Santa María de Sar
Romanesque church with leaning columns.
from 2€
🍽️ O Sendeiro
Spanish cuisine.
~16€
🍽️ La Radio
Local cuisine.
~23€

Day 3Parks

Carballeira de Santa Susana Park
Centuries-old oak grove within Alameda Park with views of the Cathedral.
Free
Alameda Park
Alameda Park
Park with the best view of the cathedral.
Free
Monte do Gozo
Monte do Gozo
Hill where pilgrims first glimpse Santiago.
Free
Bonaval Park
Bonaval Park
Quiet garden in a former convent.
Free
🍽️ Tarará
Local cuisine.
~18€
🍽️ A Horta d'Obradoiro
Local cuisine.
~34€

Day 4Around the Cathedral

Praterías Square
A square with the Fountain of the Horses, beside the Cathedral's south façade.
Free
Quintana Square
The square where the Cathedral's Holy Door opens.
Free
🍽️ Cre-Cottê
Café for a quick stop.
~16€
🍽️ Os Croques
Café for a quick stop.
~9€

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Frequently asked questions about Santiago de Compostela

How many days do I need to see Santiago de Compostela?

With 4 days you can see the must-sees of Santiago de Compostela. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Santiago de Compostela?

The best time to visit Santiago de Compostela is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

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. Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

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?

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