Description
Points of Interest
- Plaza del Obradoiro
- Santiago de Compostela
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Visit Santiago de Compostela on a self-directed tour, with transfers to and from the city. Spend the morning sightseeing, shopping or simply soaking up the atmosphere of Santiago de Compostela on your own. An English-speaking coordinator will be onboard with you for the drive, during which time you'll be given some information about the attractions and a city map. You'll disembark at the city's bus terminal where you'll be directed to walk (approximately 15 minutes) towards the historic center of the city and St. James Cathedral, the site for Christian pilgrimage during the Middle Ages. Spend the morning as you like. You'll have approximately three hours to explore Santiago de Compostela independently. Lunch is on your own.
Special Notes:
On Sundays, most stores close and shopping will be limited. You may encounter considerable crowds and delays at the various venues during peak season.The drive between La Coruña and Santiago de Compostela is approximately 60 minutes each way, subject to traffic conditions. All sightseeing will be on foot, as motorcoaches are not allowed in the historic center of the city.
You will have approximately three hours to explore Santiago de Compostela independently
Modest dress is required inside the cathedral. During Mass services, visits and photography are not permitted. In addition visitors may not enter with backpacks or other bags.
This tour is entirely on foot, with an approximately 15-minute walk from city's bus terminal to Cathedral and another 15-minute walk back. The motorcoach will not park at the city's bus terminal and will only stop long enough to disembark/embark all passengers. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Child Price:
12 & under reducedDetails
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.