Popular places to visit

University of Santiago de Compostela
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Santiago de Compostela, during your travels in Santiago de Compostela. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
An important site of pilgrimage, this historic cathedral is considered to be one of Spain’s most extraordinary examples of Romanesque architecture.

Obradoiro Square
See some of the city’s most impressive architectural achievements in this handsome public square.

San Martino Pinario Monastery
Look inside this lovely Baroque monastery, which is home to a collection of valuable paintings, sacred objects and gold works.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum
Delve deep into the art, history and evolution of one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites and finest religious landmarks.

Alameda Park
Join the locals for an afternoon stroll in this popular city park, the site of interesting monuments and frequent cultural events.
Things to do

Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Costa da Morte, Ézaro, Muros & Carnota

Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Muxía & Costa da Morte

From Santiago: Finisterre Muxia Costa da Morte, 7 Stops Tour

From Santiago: Tour to Cathedral Beach, Asturias, and Pancha

Finisterre Express : the route to the end of the world
Vista Alegre Hotel Deals

NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
NH NEEDS SMART TV ON THE ROOMS
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

Pensión Residencia Tambre
Room was clean and nice. Staff was very helpful and kind. Overall a great stay, especially for the price!
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Top notch
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Compostela Hotel
Staff friendliness and courteous, the only thing was the stairs little complicated for my elderly mother, but the room clean, comfortable.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Hotel Praza Quintana
The room was wonderful except the shower had mold so a little Clorox would be good . Breakfast was nice with a good assortment of choices .
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Hotel Santiago Plaza Affiliated by Meliá
Clean rooms and great ame
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Vista Alegre

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Travelers to Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre praise its stunning cathedral. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Plaza de la Quintana and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum.

Barrio de San Pedro
While Barrio de San Pedro might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Plaza de la Quintana.

Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Travelers to Santiago de Compostela City Centre praise its stunning cathedral. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Galicia Plaza and Franco Street.

El Ensanche Zona Nuova
Unique features of El Ensanche Zona Nuova include the historic sites and coffeehouses. Make a stop by Galicia Plaza or Plaza Roja while you're exploring the area.

San Lazaro
San Lazaro is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Congress and Exposition Center of Galicia and San Lazaro Stadium.

