Things to do in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia: The Best Tours

August 1, 2021 Kaleigh Reichenbach

If you see nothing else in this World Heritage city, you simply must visit the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, an awe-inspiring confection of baroque architecture. Once you’ve regained composure, head out on a bicycle to see the rest of this glorious city. Foodies and boozehounds will delight in a guided gastronomy tour, while modernists will enjoy the Galician Center of Contemporary Art.
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1. Dinner Tapas Tour of Santiago

Feast Galicia Tours
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Wonder through the 'Calle de Vinos' (wine streets) in the historic center of Santiago with your friendly, expert guide. Visit five authentic local tapas bars and pastry shops over three delectable hours and enjoy some true Galician tapas! Discover the surprising link between the Galicians and the Irish at cultural stops along the way and uncover the centuries of history around every corner. Learn how to order and eat like a local! Hear the fascinating stories behind the dishes, the bars and the beautiful city of Santiago!

Inclusions: 9 food tastings, 3 local wines and 1 dessert, Friendly and knowledgeable guide

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By EcoNikko

Karima is a delight to be with and her knowledge of Galicia is excellent. Her food selections on the walk are excellent, abundant and the highest quality. She went with us to the Santiago de Compostela market and helped us purchase all of our favorite foods, then helped us arrange to have the food prepared by a local restaurant in the market! As we prepared for our trip she even gave us tips on travel and created an amazing experience for us.

2. Galicia's Death Coast Private Day Tour

Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Tours of Galicia
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COSTA DA MORTE A comprehensive full-day private tour of the Death Coast, Galicia in a 4x4, taking in emblematic areas such as The Beach of Crystals, Traba, Camelle, Cabo Vilán, Camariñas, Muxía, Finisterre and more. Juanjo leads this tour and can be adapted to your specific needs Tours are led by a very knowledgeable and professional local English-speaking guide and there are lots of opportunities to take photos and enjoy the wild nature and excellent gastronomy offered by the region. Tours can also be customised to suit specific requirements.

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Phone charger in car, Photographic memento of your experience

Exclusions: Lunch

3. Santiago de Compostela Private Transfer from the city centre to SCQ Airport

Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Book Taxi Barcelona
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Take the worry out for your departure to Santiago de Compostela Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.

Inclusions: Private one way transfer city centre to Santiago de Compostela airport, Meet and greet service, All taxes and VAT, Tips and gratuities, Any parking and/or airport tolls

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges: Only 1 standard suitcase allowed per passenger, size 46x69x29cms (18x27x11in); an additional fee will be applied in case of oversized and extra luggage.

Reviewed By GWK74

We took the black and yellow city cabs everywhere. The drivers were excellent and totally transparent. Walk right by the guy standing next to the fair calculator sign inside the terminal unless you want to be ripped off to the tune of 10 Euro's or more. When we used the "calculator" to the Sagrada (our hotel was next door) it said 46 Euros and the guy next to it said they have special cabs lined up and that if we took the city cabs it could be 60 Euros or more. Luckily we had checked Uber a few days before they quit Barcelona and remembered a relatively straight route from the airport to Sagrada where as in contrast the "calculator" showed a a much longer looping route. Suspecting something was amiss we went directly to the taxi pickup area, immediately had a ride and got to our hotel for 36 Euro. On another occasion we had wandered far away from city center and when were got a cab the driver was not sure how to get to our hotel. He called up Google Maps on his phone and followed the recommended route. On our way back to the airport a few days later it was again 36 Euro and that driver made an unsolicited point of telling us about the scam at the airport that cost at least 10 Euro more than the regular cabs.

4. Costa da Morte; Finisterre, Muxía and Cabo Vilán

Praza de Galicia, s/n, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Toxo Travel
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Essential tour to know, without hurry, the most significant and spectacular corners of the "Costa da Morte". From the hand of Official Galician Tourism Guides you will discover impressive waterfalls, lighthouses, an imposing coast and you will have time to enjoy the best local cuisine.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Travel insurance, Official Tourism Guides

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Reviewed By Amanda3471

We spend a fantastic day with our Guide Ruben. The coach was clean, with gel and everyone had to wear masks. Ruben was very knowledgeable but did not give us information overload. He spoke clearly and answered whatever question we asked him. Thank you!

5. Masaje del Peregrino

Praza da Quintana de Mortos, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Quintana Massages
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The "End of the Way" massage is aimed at the muscular recovery of the pilgrim or traveller who arrives in Santiago de Compostela. It is a deep tissue massage in which recovering creams and oils are used, with natural products such as harpagophyte and arnica. The whole body is worked, but special attention is paid to the most punished areas: feet, legs and back. The client can always choose if he wants to work more on certain areas (feet, for example). Special for couples, who can do the massage at the same time, thus avoiding having to wait for each other. Ofrece atención en español, inglés, portugués e italiano.

Inclusions: Agua, Regalo: Billete oficial 0 euros del Camino de Santiago, Regalo gel recuperador muscular.

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Reviewed By Julia H

Highly recommended!! The perfect spot to unwind after doing the "Camino". The massage is amazing and the people are lovely. Extremely good value for money!

6. Finisterre and Coast of Death

Praza de Galicia, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Tour Galicia
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Enjoy the best of The Coast of Death, Muxía, Finisterre, the KM0, Ezaro´s Waterfall all in this incredible Day tour with the best guides of Galicia.

Inclusions: English and Spanish Tour Guide, Transportation, Insurancer, Coach with air conditioner

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook, Food and drinks, unless specified, Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By K3253IAmarkr

Amongst an entertaining day, highlight for us was Combarro and linked estuary cruise. Beautiful scenery, watching dolphins, lunch of very fresh oysters and mussels. Saw a lot. Understand how hard it must be for the guide though. Spanish and English in same group. Two explanations, twice the time. Or more for one group less the other. That said, a fun day

7. A Coruña y Betanzos

Hotel Universal, Praza de Galicia, 2, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Tour Galicia
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4.7 based on 6 reviews

Visit in only 1 day, the city of A Coruña and Betanzos. Enjoy in one day, the best of our culture and this magic areas.

Inclusions: Air conditioner coach transportation, Travel insurances, Local guide, Professional guide

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Reviewed By donnachao410

Great tour and fantastic value. We got to see a lot of stuff and learn a lot in the 6 hours. Would definitely recommend!

8. Excursion to Finisterre + Costa da Morte (7 stops)

Rúa das Casas Reais, 31, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Galicia Travels
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4.6 based on 119 reviews

Our excursion is refreshing, organized by a company where we are all dynamic, with many years of experience on these routes. We make our routes with great affection towards the people and the things we visit and that is why we have always had good reviews for our clients. Our dealings with the client are unique, for us it is very main. We are from several different countries, and therefore, we like to talk to people, meet them, and let them know the land where we live. The most important thing to do always with a big smile, because for us the shared life is better.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Travel Guide

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Reviewed By lorenzorP3664CS

I've travelled with them around Galicia, they offer optimum service for the transportation and a great quality-price ratio, by showing even deep knowledge of all the monuments and particularities visited during the tours.

9. Old Town of Santiago de Compostela Walking Tour

Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, Praza do Obradoiro, s/n, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Santiago D.C. Freetours
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• Ticket to participate in a 2 hour walking tour through the main streets of Santiago de Compostela Old Town • Includes the main squares around the cathedral • Local places you won't find in tourist guides: Mercado de Abastos, narrow streets, hidden squares • The best views of the Cathedral from the Alameda Park.

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Reviewed By sebastianb536s

It was a really nice experience. The guide was great, he of course knew the history of the city, on top of that he was really friendly and funny. We booked our tour one hour before the start time and there were no challenges, this is also a plus.

10. Tour Oporto from Santiago de Compostela

Praza de Galicia, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Tour Galicia
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This tour start in Santiago de Compostela at 8.30 AM (Spanish time) with pick-up at Plaza de Galicia. Depart for Porto, arriving at 10:00 AM (Portuguese time). Proceed with a guided walking tour starting at the famous Praça da Liberdade. The waking tour lasts approximately 2.5-hours, and highlights include seeing the old town, cathedra, Sao Bento train station and the Cleric's Tower. After the walking tour, you will enjoy the portuguese gastronomy, the guide will recommend you several local places to taste de best flavors local products. Finishing the with that you will be taken to the other side of the Douro River, where, for local people there are the best views of Oporto City, where you will enjoy such a surprising views of the city. Finally we will depart to Santiago to arrive aproximately at 20.30 Spanish Time.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup

Reviewed By donnachao410

Great tour and fantastic value. We got to see a lot of stuff and learn a lot in the 6 hours. Would definitely recommend!

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