TOP 10 Most Rated tourist attractions in Santiago de Compostela

Do not visit. The whole ticket system is a scam. You can’t buy a ticket at the monastery. They said you need to go online to buy a ticket, but the internet was slow and I was unable to go, even though I was at the door.

The place itself is magnificent BUT!!!! the ticket system and opening hours are a disaster. I also see from the pictures of visitors from some time ago that we were not let in to many places they could see, basically we could visit the church and the inner court of the monastery- nothing else. So, do go there, but plan ahead, get your cathedral museum tickets first, don't leave it for the afternoon, and then enjoy what you're allowed to enjoy!

Frankly speaking it impressed me more than the Cathedral of Santiago. It does not have many visitors, so, you can explore this enchanting place at your own pace and admire wonderful guided carvings.

Very beautiful! I would recommend looking at the hours before you go.

While it has an entrance admission, it was affordable & worth every cent. Highly recommended. The place is beautiful. As it's a museum really enjoyed being able to go places in the church we would not normally be allowed. Wish there was an audio tour in different languages or a pamphlet.

Grand church definitely worth a visit, it is the centre piece of a large square. If you can get there early before it gets busy. 10-15 minutes walk from train station. This is the end of the line for the pilgrims who come from many different directions.

Huge cathedral with a lot of statues and decoratives. Entrance is free, but you can go inside without the backpack only. There are many tourists everywhere...

SCAM! They charge you for standing below the portico, scanning a QR code with your phone, to listen to an audio. I was not told to bring headphone! No actual guide. NO PICTURES ALLOWED. It feels so wrong to separate the portico from the actual cathedral. Pilgrims are supposed be welcomed by the portico to walk into this amazing cathedral. Instead, there’s impolite personnel staring at you.

The Catedral de Santiago de Compostela is a stunning architectural marvel and an iconic symbol of Spanish history and culture. Located in the heart of Galicia, it is the final destination for pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago. The cathedral’s mix of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles creates a unique and awe-inspiring atmosphere. The intricate facade, beautiful interior, and the famous Botafumeiro incense burner add to its charm. A must-visit for history lovers, pilgrims, and those seeking spiritual or architectural wonder.

I got the 7.30pm slot which makes no sense because we were left with no time to look at the exhibits in the Gelmirez Palace before all getting chased out because the museum was closing at 8pm, that was a real shame. The last timeslot should have been 7pm so that people can see all the exhibits. Or at least the staff should tell us in advance there are further exhibits ahead. But half an hour is simply too short to do justice even if it's just the Portico of Glory which is magnificent.

:) :) :) :) :) Ok it is not Free :( but ... €2 for a family of upto 8 persons is a very nice price. When we went we had the entire Musuem to ourselves as we were the only visitors. It can be seen in about 1.5 hrs - we know as this was all the time we had before it would close for siesta at 1400 when we arrived. Your entry payment is only good for the time you are there and must repay if you arrive when it reopens after siesta if you were too. Amazing collection and displays. Well laid out and with simple explanations (Galician and Spanish only) with of course Latin names for all species, rocks etc on display. The kids loved it. Absolutely worth a look :)

womderful for families, beautifully organized and the staff were friendly and helpful

A very nicely put together natural History museum. Large collection of minerals and mollusks. Lots of descriptions in English. Off the regular path, out of the tourist area.

Interesting exhibition, modern, popular with school kids. Only drawback not all artefacts labelled with English descriptions but Google translate did the job. Helpful staff

Nice but small museum with plenty of variety. There was alot of rocks though, maybe a little too much.

Interesting museum! I enjoyed it! And, it’s free 😁!

Museum was small but interesting with a lot of multi sensory art.

I thought the building's outside was a bit boring, but the lines inside are better. Terrace and shop closed when we visited. It's all Installations - we liked them but some paintings and photos would have been good. It's free, it's worth a look, and there's a great 'living" installation of a man at a desk in the middle of a display as indictment of office culture in the post-Covid multiverse.

Wonderful museum, I visited it twice and I would have needed more visits to really absorve the current exhibitios( very rich). I said to the lady at reception that it is worth visiting Santiago only to visit this museum.

The museum is a nice gallery space. When I visited the majority of exhibits used avant-garde media and referenced political issues I only understood superficially. In one room I was not sure if the digital projector was broken or if the distortion was part of the piece.

A wonderful plaza, great place for a drink while watching pilgrims stream by on their way to the Cathedral and the culmination of their pilgrimage.

Don Quixote will live forever, thank you Miguel ❤️

So beautiful but sadly often missed

Just one word for here..... Fantastic

Small place with great charisma

This old lady was famous because of touching the bottom of young fellows at the time. It it was a men he would surely will not have a statue. Essential place to visit.

Beautiful park next to the city center.

I had the chance to see As Duas Marias in Santiago de Compostela, and it’s such a vibrant and striking sculpture. Located in Parque das Alamedas, it portrays two colorful women, Maruxa and Coralia, who were iconic figures in the city. Their bright clothing and cheerful poses add a whimsical touch to the park, drawing the attention of passersby. Learning about their history as symbols of resilience and individuality made the experience even more meaningful. It’s a must-see for anyone visiting Santiago.

Very interesting example of a tribute to two women who dared to be different in difficult times! An example for all of us!

Famous statue in Santisgo de Compostela in memory of two sisters who tried to bring joy into their lives through wearing bright colored clothes. Their stories are hard, but it is fun that they are remembered.

Interesting place, lots of history, also very calm, green and different. Ancient grave yard.

Could be a lot better public park. Very little signage and nothing about its history could be found in the park itself. Very steep and slippery in the rain. Not much for kids that we found. No public toilets or drinking fountains seen. Lovely spaces ruined by graffiti in a lot of cases. A few retaining walls look ready to tip over as they are bulging and do t seem to be draining correctly anymore. Google Maps does need to better here to mark how green this space really is. Good viewing in places.

Beautiful views of Santiago from here. Beautiful display of wild flowers growing on a rock wall. Water fountain from 1747, not ancient but 29 years before the US Declaration of Independence was signed.

Beautiful and peaceful walks in the middle of a busy city. Returned to watch the sun setting over the cathedral in Santiago

Huge park on a hill with great views of the city center and an 18th century cemetery. About a couple of miles uphill hike from the Cathedral to get there but it's worth every step.

I enjoyed my visit very much! I liked the exhibitions in the museum (which are for free), but the building in itself is absolutely impressive, inside and out! Even if you don't like art, worth it to just walk around in the building. And walk around all the buildings on the outside as well, it was cool to see all the different angles.

Stunning architecture inside and out and beautiful views, even on a misty morning. Saw the Boris Savelev exhibit (free, as was library/archives) and was blown away! The grounds are fun and filled with sculptures and play spaces. If you can handle the hills, I recommend walking from the heart of Santiago de Compestela via the Forest of Galicia.

An interesting place with beautiful architecture. Some nice free exhibits but booking also recommended for the paid ones as some of these are guided. Also recommend to see the program online before visiting. Not busy at all.

We visited the city of culture at the end of the Camino on our last day in Santiago. We found it very interesting.Visited three exhibitions one of them related to virtual reality called Origins. Our daughter greatly enjoyed it. The two others were around local artists. It’s a beautiful l architected place that will keep you entertained for half a day no more.

We wandered around the boulevard for several hours. The site was mostly deserted. Interesting sculptures but we never found our way into any building. The museum was supposed to be open but it seemed to be closed. All very bizarre

Glorious park with wide range of plants and trees. The views out over the city are stunning. Sadly some beds needed maintenance

Beautiful architecture surrounds the area. Tasty seafood and wine. Friendly people and great service. A little overcrowded at times. Difficult to walk through the walkways.

A person who vist from Barcelona to Galicia, will feel the difference, frommthe aeroplane ,itself we can see the green land of España.full of green. And while walking to the city of Galicia from airport, 15km really experienced the village and the city.both has its own credibility. Loved Galicia...

Great way to end our pilgrimage

Cozy, place of.performance for.musicians, cornering one side of the Santiago Cathedral.

Looking for a spot where nature and history intertwine? Parque da Alameda in Santiago de Compostela is a lush escape that feels like a secret garden in the heart of the city. Stroll through its tree-lined paths, past quirky statues and vibrant flowerbeds, and you’ll feel the pulse of Galicia’s charm. Did you know the park’s iconic oak grove is home to trees over 200 years old, standing as silent witnesses to centuries of pilgrims passing by? Perfect for a peaceful walk or a moment to soak in the magic!

A great place to sit under oak trees in the cool on hot days with splendid views of the cathedral. Take a coffee and have a chat with someone. Take a look around the rest of the park to, there's a lovely little abandoned chapel of St Susan going to waste here!😕

A nice, clean park to have a walk around and enjoy sunny days. Lots of locations to take beautiful fotos and enough places to sit down and relax.

Nice park for local and tourists alike. Good photo spot.

The views of the cathedral are so worth it! Beautiful park, it’s big!! There are so many things to see!