Santiago de Compostela Cathedral & Museum Guided Tour
Ticket Options
During the booking process, you can choose between 3 ticket options, depending on the areas of the Cathedral you prefer to visit:
- Cathedral and Museum
- Cathedral, Museum, and Portico de la Gloria
- Complete Cathedral Tour: this last option includes everything mentioned in the previous options, and also includes the climb to the tower and the roofs. There, we'll see the temple from another point of view and enjoy the best views of the city.
At the indicated time, we'll meet on one of the streets surrounding the Cathedral, from where we'll head to the monument to begin exploring the origins of one of Santiago de Compostela's must-see landmarks. Depending on the tour option you choose, the experience will last between 2 and 4.5 hours, concluding at Obradoiro Square, right beside the famous west facade of the Cathedral.
Tour of Cathedral & Museum (2 Hours)
On this 2-hour tour option, we'll visit the cathedral museum and discover a great variety of artworks, Romanesque ruins, the library, the Chapter House, the Cloistures, the balconies, and the famous Codex Calixtinus. We'll continue this tour inside the cathedral, where we'll explore its chapels, the main altar, the Chapel of the Corticela, and even the famous Botafumeiro. Once we've concluded this visit, you'll get to see the crypt and complete the embrace of the Apostle James.
Tour of the Cathedral, Museum, & Pórtico de la Gloria (2.5 Hours)
After exploring the museum, our guided tour of the Cathedral of Santiago will continue inside the temple and the Pórtico de la Gloria, known as one of the Romanesque gems created by the great Master Mateo. Celestial Jerusalem is depicted here, and it was once an entrance to the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. The 2.5 hours will fly by!
Complete Cathedral Tour (4 - 4.5 Hours)
In this case, as well as exploring all the spots mentioned in the previous options, you'll also have access up to the tower and rooftops. From the highest point of the Cathedral, we'll enjoy spectacular views of the city's historical centre and even of the Cathedral itself. The perfect experience to get to know all the inner workings of one of the most important pilgrimage centres in the world over the course of 4 to 4.5 hours.
Itinerary Order
Please note that the order of the visit may change depending on the schedule you select.
More Information
Duration
2h - 4h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Spanish.
Included
Spanish–speaking guide
Admission to the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Admission to the Cathedral Museum
Visit to the Portico de la Gloria and rooftops (depending on selection)
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Depending on the date, time, or language selected, this tour may be offered by different local suppliers: Galicia Experience Corporate name: GALEXPERIENCE. S.L.U Registered Office: Rúa detras Salomé, número 2, Santiago de Compostela, Spain Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): B21632088 Contact information Email: elenaiglesiasduran@gmail.com Phone: +34 625 166 440 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws. Optimus Tour Corporate name: Optimus Tour S.L. Registered Office: Lugar Moas de Abaixo 37 (A Coruña), Santiago de Compostela, Spain Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): B70617170 Contact information Email: info@optimustours.com Phone: +34 604000424 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Calle de Tras Salomé, 2
