Tour

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral & Museum Guided Tour

Discover one of the icons of Galicia's capital on this guided tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Explore its history and access the Portico de la Gloria and Cathedral Museum if desired. Ticket Options. During the booking process,...

  • 2 - 5 hours

Discover one of the icons of Galicia's capital on this guided tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Explore its history and access the Portico de la Gloria and Cathedral Museum if desired.

Ticket Options

During the booking process, choose between 3 ticket options based on the areas of the Cathedral you wish to visit:

Cathedral and MuseumCathedral, Museum, and Portico de la GloriaComplete Cathedral Tour: includes all previous options plus access to the tower and rooftops for a unique city view.

Meet at a designated location near the Cathedral to begin exploring its origins. Depending on your chosen option, the experience will last between 2 and 4 hours, concluding at Obradoiro Square.

Tour of Cathedral & Museum

This 2-hour tour includes the cathedral museum with artworks, Romanesque ruins, the library, the Chapter House, the Cloisters, and the Codex Calixtinus. Inside the cathedral, explore chapels, the main altar, the Chapel of the Corticela, and the Botafumeiro, culminating with the crypt and the embrace of the Apostle James.

Tour of the Cathedral, Museum, & Pórtico de la Gloria

This option extends to the Pórtico de la Gloria, a Romanesque gem created by Master Mateo, depicting Celestial Jerusalem. This 2.5-hour tour offers a comprehensive exploration.

Complete Cathedral Tour

This tour covers all mentioned areas with additional access to the tower and rooftops. Enjoy views of the historical centre and the Cathedral itself over 4 to 4.5 hours.

Itinerary Order

The order of the visit may change based on the selected schedule.

Prices

Included

  • English–speaking guide
  • Admission to the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
  • Admission to the Cathedral Museum
  • Visit to the Portico de la Gloria and rooftops (depending on selection)

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

Rúa de Tras Salomé, 2, 15705 Santiago de Compostela (Coruna), Spain