Tourist Activities
Interesting
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Botafumeiro
Santiago Cathedral’s famous censer flies through the naves regularly so that tourists, pilgrims and residents may admire this great Compostela tradition that began in the 11th century;.
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A walk along the Cathedral rooftop
The rooftop of the Cathedral of Santiago is prepared in such a way that you can go and distinguish the different stages in which the temple was built, visiting besides an impressive panoramic view of the city. -
Tour of Santiago Cathedral
There are many options for visiting Santiago Cathedral. You can visit the main altar, Portico of Glory, Corticela Chapel… There are different circuits featuring guided tours to visit the crypt, cloister and museum:
Other events
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The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Music
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029Santiago de Compostela’s Auditorio de Galicia hosts a regular season featuring an orchestra made of fifty musicians from different countries.
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Galician Centre of Contemporary Art
Exhibitions
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029The building housing the Galician Centre of Contemporary Art (CGAC) was the first one in Santiago de Compostela designed by the Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza. This building, located very close to the Church of San Domingos de Bonaval
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Tourist Train
Guided Visits
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029With the tourist train you’ll visit surprising places in the city, discovering not only the old town but also gardens featuring important architectural elements, areas with an incredible panoramic view of the city… The ride lasts 45 minutes and departs from the Plaza del Obradoiro.
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Tour of the City of Culture
Guided Visits
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029In the City of Culture, located on Monte Gaiás and designed by the architect Peter Eisenman, you can visit the museum, archive and library. There are also guided tours to discover the secrets of this unique architectural project.
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Museo do Pobo Galego
Exhibitions
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029The former Convent of Santo Domingo de Bonaval houses the ethnographic museum called the Museo do Pobo Galego, with the objective of preserving Galicia’s traditions and customs; its permanent rooms therefore highlight different aspects of the sea, trades, countryside… You can also visit the part of the old convent.
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Historic Dowton Free Tour
Guided Visits
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029The route of this tour is realized on foot and has an approximate duration of 2 hours.
Departure days as follows: Everyday.
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Free Tour Compostela Magic
Guided Visits
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029This tour treats topics like witchcraft, murders, appearances, imposible love, ghosts…
Departure days as follows: Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
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Free Tour Santiago de Compsotela
Guided Visits
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2029This tour covers everyday the Cathedral, the old town… including the tasting of products of “Secretos de Galicia” and “Frinsa, La Conservera”. The meeting point for this tour is the Plaza del Obradoiro and the guide may be differentiated by the blue umbrela that represents them.
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Cineuropa Festival
Cinema
Del 3 de November de 2023 al 30 de November de 2029This famous film festival in our beloved Compostela has been held for many years. During the month of November it will immerse this city and each spectator in the best cinema of the moment. All lovers of the seventh art will be able to enjoy another new edition of incredible films and great artists.
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Festival Internacional de Cine Curtocircuíto
Cinema
Del 1 de October de 2023 al 7 de October de 2029It is a contest that rewards and exhibits short films from different categories such as `Radar`, Galicia Gz´ and others. Within its programming there are also concerts and other activities parallel to the cinema.
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“Apóstol” Festival
Festivals
Del 24 de July de 2023 al 31 de July de 2029This is Santiago de Compostela’s most important festival. Two of the most important events are the spectacular fireworks displays on July 24 and 31.
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Noche de San Juan
Festivals
Del 23 de June de 2023 al 23 de June de 2029On June 23 every year the night of San Juan is celebrated in Compostela as in the rest of Galicia. Santiago de Compostela that day is filled with bonfires, where the people of Compostela jump over them to ward off the "witches". That night the city smells of llamas and sardines, because it is a star dish that day. Nor can you forget the traditional "queimada", which is an alcoholic drink prepared in a ritual and served on fire. It is undoubtedly one of the most magical nights of the year, you cannot miss it.
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Fiesta de la Ascensión
Festivals
Del 18 de May de 2023 al 21 de May de 2029The Ascension festivities, after the Apostle Santiago, are one of the most important in the city, their dates vary because they are celebrated on the sixth Thursday after Easter. They last about a week. They are festivals in which cultural and recreational events are enjoyed, such as the most important cattle fair and equestrian exhibitions. It is also traditional to enjoy the octopus in the carballeira de Santa Susana.
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Feira do Libro
Del 27 de April de 2023 al 30 de April de 2029As every year, it is held in the central promenade of the Alameda, between the end of April and the first fortnight of May. All kinds of books for all tastes...almost impossible for you not to like one!!
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Museo do Pobo Galego. Permanent Exhibition
Exhibitions
Del 1 de January de 2023 al 31 de December de 2028Permanent exhibition: Made up of artefacts linked to the sea, traditional trades, the countryside, music, architecture, society…