Cathedral of Santiago
Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain[0.3 miles]
A Romanesque and Baroque jewel, Santiago’s mighty cathedral offers a fitting climax to the end of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.
Best for ages: 18+ | £9
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The medieval palace of the Counts of Altamira is now a smart boutique hotel, featuring luminous minimalist bedrooms with polished pine wood floors. The hearty buffet breakfast features local cow’s milk cheeses, and the restaurant – Café de Altamira – is opposite Santiago’s busy market and a great place to work up an appetite for its fresh, seasonal menu.
The owners have an agreement with a nearby car park, so it’s a good bet for motorists who want to stay near the centre, as well as anyone wanting to be in the heart of the action.
Located in the narrow pedestrian-only streets of the Compostela’s handsome granite historic centre, the hotel is just around the corner from the colourful Plaza de Abastos market and surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants, so busy with locals.
You can though expect some noise in the summer, especially in rooms on the lower floors.
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Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain[0.3 miles]
A Romanesque and Baroque jewel, Santiago’s mighty cathedral offers a fitting climax to the end of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.
Best for ages: 18+ | £9
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Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain[0.3 miles]
This art centre, founded in 1993 and housed in a striking granite building designed by Portuguese architect Alvaro Siza, exhibits works by established international artists as well as leading Galician ones. There’s a panoramic terrace on top.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain[0.3 miles]
Housed in a former convent, this ethnographic museum is dedicated to the cultural heritage of Galicia. Learn about the local culture through their exhibits of traditional costumes, archaeological finds, music, crafts and artworks. Don’t miss the famous triple spiral staircase, beautiful garden and sculpture by Chillida.
Best for ages: 18+ | £3
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Galicia, Spain
Charming, lively granite city with a magnificent cathedral at the end of Europe’s most famous pilgrimage trail.