In a nutshell

Forget walking kilometer after kilometer lugging a heavy backpack: we'll take you directly to the heart of Santiago de Compostela, the destination that has welcomed wandering travelers for centuries (and now, tourists wearing comfortable shoes too). Among its historical squares, legends and architecture that combines Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance styles, discover why this city is so much more than a simple destination.

Main stops

The spectacular Santiago Cathedral (external visit)

The programme

Forget the fatigue of the Camino: from Vigo you'll jump straight to the best bit - the triumphant arrival in Santiago! At Obradoiro, the most picturesque square in the city, the Cathedral of Santiago strikes an imposing figure with its Baroque facade, dominated by the statue of James the Apostle in VIP pilgrim style.
Your guide will tell you all there is to know about this gem of a place and its illustrious neighbors: the Town Hall, Pazo de San Xerome and the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, which was originally a hospital for pilgrims in the 15th century, but is now a hotel fit for a king, literally... as you'll realize when you visit its inner courtyards!

The tour continues as you discover the facades of the cathedral, each with its own style and personality, looking out over the various iconic squares: the sober neoclassical façade which overlooks the Plaza de la Azabachería, the only one still faithful to the Romanesque style which overlooks the Plaza de Platerías, and finally, the charming Plaza de la Quintana, which houses the mythical Holy Door, only opened in Jubilee years – and you're in luck, this is one of those!

After the tour, the time is yours to decide what to do with: step inside the cathedral to admire its interior, wander through the old town in search of less kitsch souvenirs, or climb up to the Alameda to take the photo that will make your Instagram friends green with envy.
Then, rejoin your guide and head back to Vigo with a whole load of stories and a little envy from those who have actually walked the Camino.

Good to know

They may be queues for guests who decide to enter the cathedral and it depends from the times of holy services.
Wear suitable clothing for the places of worship you will be visiting.