Santiago de Compostela Private Walking Tour with Cathedral Ticket
Explore Santiago de Compostela, declared by UNESCO as a world heritage site, next to a local licensed tour guide. You will discover, explore and learn the history, legends and secrets of this wonderful city next to a local expert.
This famous pilgrimage site in north-west Spain became a symbol in the Spanish Christians' struggle against Islam. Destroyed by the Muslims at the end of the 10th century, it was completely rebuilt in the following century. With its Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings, the Old Town of Santiago is one of the world's most beautiful urban areas. The oldest monuments are grouped around the tomb of St James and the cathedral, which contains the remarkable Pórtico de la Gloria.
Your guide will provide you with interesting historical and cultural insights into each landmark and help you discover hidden gems.
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What's included in Santiago de Compostela Private Walking Tour with Cathedral Ticket
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Plaza del Obradoiro
This expansive plaza is the heart of Santiago de Compostela and home to several of the city's most important buildings, including the cathedral, the Palacio de Raxoi (seat of the regional government), and the Hostal de los Reyes Católicos (a former hospital that now serves as a luxury hotel). The plaza is a popular gathering place for pilgrims and visitors alike, and its size and grandeur make it an impressive sight to behold. Your guide will explain you the origin of the city, the cathedral and what does Obradoiro means.
Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela
This grand cathedral is the final destination of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage and a breathtaking example of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque architecture. Inside, visitors can admire the Pórtico de la Gloria, a stunning masterpiece of medieval sculpture, and the Botafumeiro, a giant incense burner that swings through the nave during special ceremonies. Around the Cathedral retains a valuable historic centre worthy of one of the greatest holy cities of Christianity.
Praza das Praterias
This square is one of the main symbols of Santiago, and is named after the many shops of silver articles in its arcades. You will see a 19th Century Fountain, Casa del Cabildo and Casa de los Canónigos.
Inclusions
- Private official tour guide for 3 hours
- Private tour
- Hotel/apartment pickup and drop-off (if hotel is centrally located)
- Skip the line ticket to Santiago de Compostela cathedral
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Hotel must be in the heart of the city center for walking pick up, otherwise meeting point in front of the cathedral.
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- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
