Cathedral of Santiago + Museum Private Tour

On this private tour of the Cathedral of Santiago, you'll explore one of Spain's most significant churches with a dedicated guide.

Cathedral of Santiago + Museum Private Tour

We will convene at Obradoiro square at the scheduled time to begin the private tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. The first destination will be the museum, where we will uncover the ancient ruins of the Cathedral of Santiago, tracing its importance as one of the largest pilgrimage centers since the 9th century.

Next, we will visit the library of the Cathedral to discuss the Codex Calixtinus, known as the first travel guide in history, which has faced attempted theft.

Following this, we will conduct a guided tour of the interior of the Cathedral, exploring its chapels, the High Altar, the organs, and the botafumeiro. We will discuss its usage and significance.

As we continue, we will explore La Corticela and visit the tomb of Santiago Apostle.

After two hours, we will conclude the private tour of the Cathedral of Santiago back at Obradoiro square.

Why Book a Private Tour?

By reserving a private tour, you will have an English-speaking guide solely for your group, and larger groups can benefit from cost savings.