Santiago de Compostela Private Day Trip from Porto

Get to know Santiago de Compostela on a private day trip from Porto. Discover the architectural beauty of the city and its historic centre with a guide. The tour lasts between 8 and 10 hours approximately. You will have the opportunity to visit the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the Mercado de Abastos, the Monastery of San Martin Pinario, the Portico de la Gloria, the Plaza del Obradoiro and more points of interest.

The tour starts in Porto where you can be picked up at your hotel or in the city centre. You will travel in a comfortable , well-equipped bus with free WiFi. You will be able to relax watching the route and the green landscapes that connect Porto with Santiago de Compostela. The bus journey between the two cities takes just over 3 hours, depending on conditions.

Once in Santiago de Compostela, your guide will take you to the heart of the city where you will find the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, the Plaza del Obradoiro and the majestic Cathedral of Santiago. This architectural jewel is one of the most important symbols of Christianity and a major pilgrimage destination.

During your visit to the Cathedral, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, you will be able to admire the beauty of its architecture, as well as the image of the Apostle St. James. Your guide will tell you about the history and importance of this sacred place that attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.

After the visit to the Cathedral, you will have free time to explore the Old Town which, like the Cathedral, is also a World Heritage Site. You can also visit the Raxoi Palace, the Museo do Pobo Galego and the streets Rúa Nova, Rúa do Franco and Rúa do Vilar.

Take advantage of this day trip and get to know the beautiful city of Santiago de Compostela, its impressive Cathedral and its Old Town with a guide. Travel comfortably from Porto and enjoy a great opportunity to make the most of your stay in the north of the peninsula.