Top Activities on the Ground in Santiago de Compostela

Santiago Cathedral is an unmissable attraction while visiting Santiago de Compostela—and everyone agrees, so the lines to get in can be long. Bypass the queues of pilgrims and sightseers with skip-the-line access, then learn more about this important religious site on a guided tour. Choose from different ticket and tour options to include the onsite museum or the Portico of Glory, to suit your interests.

Explore the Costa de Morte and several stops along the way, without having to self-drive, during this handy full-day tour from Santiago de Compostela. Relax in air-conditioned comfort as someone else tackles the roads, and learn about the history of the ancient Roman road—and why Finisterre was once believed to be the end of the world. Visit fishing villages, lookout points, waterfalls, and more.

Explore one of the trails of the Way of St. James pilgrim’s route without having to walk for weeks—or self-drive along the distractingly beautiful Costa da Morte—on this convenient day trip from Santiago de Compostela. After a handy pickup from Santiago, head to highlights along this stretch of coast, including Muxia village and the Fisterra Lighthouse at Cape Fisterra. Learn more about the region’s ancient history from your guide.

Venture beyond Santiago de Compostela and enjoy a full day exploring the south coast of Galicia, without the stress of self-driving, on this guided tour to Rias Baixas. Visit picturesque villages, drive past beautiful landscapes, and stop to sample Albariño wine, a top Spanish variety, in its region of origin. Take an optional boat cruise to experience the coast from a different angle.

Pilgrims end their journey in Santiago — yours is only beginning. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Santiago de Compostela on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Wander the Parque da Alameda for the postcard view of the cathedral's spires • Stand on Praza do Obradoiro, the grand finale of the Camino de Santiago • Slip into Praza da Quintana, split between the 'living' and the 'dead' Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. No walking boots required — curiosity will do.

Santiago de Compostela is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the last stop on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail. This private tour saves you time reading up on the history of this beautiful pilgrimage site, as a guide gives you an overview on its legends and hidden secrets. See the beautiful Old Town, explore the Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela, and discover magnificent monuments and squares such as Praza das Praterias.

Discover the unique experience of extending your Camino de Santiago to Fisterra, the legendary “end of the world” of ancient pilgrims. This itinerary invites you to live a few extra days of tranquility, touring rural landscapes, Galician forests and the stunning Atlantic coast, until you reach the iconic Fisterra Lighthouse. Enjoy serene stages combined with charming accommodation, local cuisine and the magic of walking to the ocean, where many pilgrims symbolically close their journey. A perfect journey for those who wish to extend the excitement of the Camino and discover Galicia in its purest form.