Excursión a La Coruña y Betanzos

Discover the landscapes and culture of Galicia's Atlantic coast with this tour of A Coruña and the Costa da Morte.

A Coruña and Betanzos Trip

At 9:30 am, we'll depart from the Capilla del Pilar in Santiago de Compostela. After a 60 minute journey, we'll arrive in the city of A Coruña. We'll start by visiting the Tower of Hercules, the oldest lighthouse of Roman origin in the world.

After visiting the Tower of Hercules, we'll enjoy a walking tour of the historical center of A Coruña. We'll discover the monuments and streets surrounding the central Plaza de María Pita: the Church of San Jorge, the Church of Santiago, the Mirador, the Gardens of San Carlos, and Riazor Beach.

After an 1 hour 30 minutes free time for lunch, we'll leave A Coruña and head to Betanzos. This picturesque medieval city was one of the seven provincial capitals of the old Kingdom of Galicia. The old town has been declared a Historic-Artistic Site.

During the guided tour of Betanzos, we'll visit the church of Santa María del Azogue, the church of Santiago, and the temple dedicated to San Francisco. We will stop at each monument to appreciate its artistic value and try the award-winning local omelette.

From Betanzos, we will return to Santiago de Compostela, arriving at 6:30 pm.

Private Tour

If you prefer, you can also book a private excursion to A Coruña from Santiago.