What's Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre, especially its shops and cathedral. Enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and Pazo de Fonseca. There's plenty more to see, including Plaza de la Quintana and Obradoiro Square.
How to get to Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Flying to:
- Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ), 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
- A Coruña Airport (LCG), 30.3 mi (48.8 km) from Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Things to see and do in and around Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
What to see in Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
- Plaza de la Quintana
- Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
- Obradoiro Square
- San Martino Pinario Monastery
- Santiago de Compostela Tourism Office
Things to do in Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
- Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
- Franco Street
- Fonseca College
- Sacred Art Museum
- Xelmirez Bishop's Palace
Other popular Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre attractions
- Pazo de Fonseca
- Toural Square
- Casa do Cabildo
- Platerias Square
- Puerta Santa
When is the best time to visit Santiago de Compostela?
- Hottest months: August, July, September, June (average 17°C)
- Coldest months: February, January, March, December (average 8°C)
- Rainiest months: November, December, January, October (average 173 mm of rainfall)
