10 Things to do for Honeymoon in Galicia That You Shouldn't Miss

February 4, 2022 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Discover the best top things to do in Galicia, Spain including Islas Cies, Plaza del Obradoiro, Muralla Romana de Lugo, Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela, Praia de Rodas, Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules), Ourense Thermal Springs, As Catedrais Beach, Monte de San Pedro, Playa A Lanzada.
Restaurants in Galicia

1. Islas Cies

Spain 986 224 757 [email protected] http://www.turismodevigo.org/es/islas-cies
Excellent
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5.0 based on 2,732 reviews

Islas Cies

Reviewed By Soggy63 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

My wife and I have visited Vigo on a number of occasions and finally managed to visit the Cies Islands this summer and we are glad we did. The boat trip there is fantastic but when you reach the islands you are in for an even bigger treat. Lovely beaches, great walks and views from the cliff tops and also feeling very close to nature and the power of the sea as the Atlantic Ocean crashes into the islands on the west coast. Our only mistake was that we did book a later ferry for our return journey and we would have liked to stay longer and explore the islands further.

2. Plaza del Obradoiro

Praza do Obradoiro, 15704, Santiago de Compostela Spain http://www.santiagoturismo.com/rutas/praza-do-obradoiro
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3,327 reviews

Plaza del Obradoiro

Large, pleasant city plaza containing the church of St. James.

Reviewed By VadimM67 - Murmansk, Russia

Local residents joke that the 4 buildings surrounding the square around the perimeter embody the 4 pillars that hold Santiago de Compostela: religion (Cathedral), power (City Hall), tourism (- Parador-Hostal de Los Reyes Catholicos) and education (San Xeronime College). Of course, the main thing on the square is the magnificent West facade of the Cathedral. It is good day and night. Despite its medieval status, this Baroque beauty is relatively recent by historical standards. The facade was completed in 1740 by the architect Fernando de Casas Novoa . There`s Palace Raxoi behind. The City Hall is located here now. St. James in the form of a statue will be found here also. It was believed that his statue helped in the fight against the Moors during the Reconquista. If You look at the North side you can find the former hospital for pilgrims, built by the ideologues of the Reconquista, zealous Catholics and persecutors of Jews and Moors by Queen Isabella of Castile and king Ferdinand of Aragon. The Parador for pilgrims is now here. Finally, the 16th-century College of San Xeronime is located on the South side of the square. In addition to contemplating the Baroque beauty of the Cathedral, interesting performances are played out in the arcades of the city hall in the late afternoon. Perhaps this will be the best end of the day.

3. Muralla Romana de Lugo

27001 Lugo Spain http://www.turismo.gal/muralla-romana-lugo
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,135 reviews

Muralla Romana de Lugo

Reviewed By koekw - Velez-Malaga, Spain

While in Lugo you can’t miss the Roman wall it’s great preserved as well great for a walk over the wall around the city centre. Nice is as well the Info panels with links to the history in all language.

4. Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela

Praza do Obradoiro S/N, 15704, Santiago de Compostela Spain 0981 583 548 [email protected] http://www.catedraldesantiago.es
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4.5 based on 10,536 reviews

Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela

Reviewed By PilatesLady58 - Norwich, United Kingdom

The cathedral is an incredible building with its impressive baroque facade and is the culmination for some of a long journey along the Camino to reach Santiago. At the moment it’s best viewed from the outside only as there is major restoration work going on for holy year in 2021 when the work will be completed. It’s still worth visiting the cathedral museum which has some interesting artworks on display. You can also access the cloister and get views out over the square by the cathedral to the surrounding countryside. I’m sure it will be amazing when it’s done but currently the interior is literally a building site!

5. Praia de Rodas

Spain https://www.turismodevigo.org/es/playa-de-rodas
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,010 reviews

Praia de Rodas

6. Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules)

Dr. Vazquez Iglesias s/n, 15002 La Coruna Spain +34 981 22 37 30 [email protected] http://www.torredeherculesacoruna.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 5,538 reviews

Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules)

Built by the Romans around AD 98–117, this is the world's oldest functioning lighthouse.

Reviewed By FrancoisG1984 - Portet-sur-Garonne, France

Quiete area of la Corogne fomar from car noises'perfect to have a nice walk and see a bit of Galicia.

7. Ourense Thermal Springs

Rua das Burgas s/n, 32005 Ourense Spain +34 988 36 60 64 http://www.termasourense.com
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4.5 based on 857 reviews

Ourense Thermal Springs

Reviewed By Gail1912

This was very nice, once we found it. Took the wrong trolley, ended up walking about a mile unexpectedly. Nice facilities. A light rain and we loved staying in the pool

8. As Catedrais Beach

Ribadeo Spain +34 981 90 06 43
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,613 reviews

As Catedrais Beach

Reviewed By MaureenE374 - Johannesburg, South Africa

Beautiful beach and rock formations, and you can only visit during low tide and you have to book in advance. This is postcard material! A local resident told us about it and so glad we made the effort, it is absolutely a beautiful place and experience.

9. Monte de San Pedro

Ctra de Fuertes, La Coruna Spain +34 881 91 68 41 http://www.turismocoruna.com/web/corTurServer.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,957 reviews

Monte de San Pedro

This was a military fort but now turned into a beautiful park with historic information posted everywhere.

Reviewed By CraneSmith - Zaragoza, Spain

On our last day in A Coruña, we decided to head the opposite way from the Torre de Hércules and go to the Monte San Pedro. Since we walked from the town we came across the Elevator panorámico and it was a fabulous way to get up to the park. Luckily, the weather was perfect - sunny, reasonably gentle breeze, perfect temps; I’m not sure I would want to be up there in nasty or wet conditions. The park itself is just gorgeous - wonderful green fields with incredible views of the city and then out to the sea, including several (very) large gun emplacements from WW II. A word of caution: there is a restaurant on top but it is a Michelin-starred establishment, much, much heavier and much more formal than we were after. In other words, grab a couple of boccadillos ahead of time and enjoy the incredible views, flowering trees, and lovely grounds.

10. Playa A Lanzada

O Grove Spain
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,440 reviews

Playa A Lanzada

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