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Set off on a free walking tour of Santiago de Compostela and discover its emblematic landmarks and its history with an expert English-speaking guide.
Tour Details
We'll meet the guide and the rest of the group at Plaza del Obradoiro, the heart of this important pilgrimage city.
First, you'll admire the western facade of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, built in the 18th century. Your professional guide will also point out the Pazo de Raxoi, a Neoclassical palace located in front of the cathedral. You'll also marvel at the striking Hostal de Los Reyes Católicos, believed to be the oldest hotel in the world.
Continuing our tour, we'll wander through the squares located behind the cathedral. We'll learn about the curious history of the Quintana de los Muertos (Square of the Dead) and Quintana de los Vivos (Square of the Living). Next, we'll head to Plaza de Platerías, dominated by a beautiful fountain: the Fuente de los Caballos.
This World Heritage Site is full of legends and myths, which your guide will reveal as you wander through its winding streets to the University of Santiago. From here, we'll take the Calle del Franco, a road full of bars and great restaurants. At the end of the street, in the Parque de La Alameda, you’ll come upon an unusual statue of two women: Las dos Marías. This figure is a homage to two sisters who used to walk up and down this street, flirting with the students.
After about 1 hour and 45 minutes in total, we'll end our free tour of Santiago de Compostela.
Group Size
This free tour does not allow groups of over 6 people. If you are a larger group, please book a private tour.
Details
Free cancellation
If you cancel after the reservation you will be refunded % of the total value. If you don't show up, you will not be refunded.
Meeting point
Praza do Obradoiro.
Where does the activity end?
Parque da Alameda.
Reviews of our customers
Reviews of our customers
- August 9, 2026
Anónimo
EspañaAn activity that teaches you the most classic part of Santiago, it was very good, there was a moment when we lost connection with the headphones due t...
With friendsIs this useful? - August 9, 2026
Marisa Pineda
A Coruña, EspañaDelighted I loved the tour of Santiago. We visited churches, squares, and the library, and the guide explained a lot of interesting things about t...
They traveled aloneIs this useful? - August 8, 2026
Anónimo
Donosti, EspañaUnfortunately, I don't remember the name of the girl from the tour, but her mother Teresa can rest easy because she does a wonderful job. Very enjoyab...
They traveled aloneIs this useful? - August 5, 2026
Raquel
EspañaThe guide didn't seem too pleased that I asked for audioguides for my children, as if he didn't trust us, and made some comments with double meanings ...
Is this useful? - August 5, 2026
Francisco
Badajoz, EspañaA very pleasant time. The guide Laura attended to us with great kindness. In a couple of hours, she teaches you a lot about the city. I recommend doin...
They traveled aloneIs this useful? - August 3, 2026
Jonathan
Santander, EspañaWe did the free tour of Santiago with Miriam and it was a fantastic experience. From the very first moment, she conveyed warmth, enthusiasm, and great...
With friendsIs this useful? - July 31, 2026
María
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, EspañaA highly recommended experience. The guide, Carmiña, was friendly and very engaging throughout the entire tour. She has a great gift for oratory and a...
Is this useful? - July 31, 2026
Iratxe
Bilbao, EspañaOur guided tour of Santiago de Compostela with Adrián was exceptional: very friendly, kind, and with an impressive knowledge of the history, culture, ...
As a coupleIs this useful? - July 31, 2026
Juani González Vizcaíno
Barcelona, EspañaWe were delighted with Javier, who explained to us in great detail the history of the Cathedral of Santiago and other monuments and surroundings of th...
Is this useful? - July 31, 2026
Luis Bonilla
Barcelona, EspañaWith Galicia Experience, we toured the main squares of Santiago in the center, the history obviously of why the city is named that, they gave us the p...
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