Location: Santiago de Compostela
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia
If you see nothing else in this World Heritage city, you simply must visit the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, an awe-inspiring confection of baroque architecture. Once you’ve regained composure, head out on a bicycle to see the rest of this glorious city. Foodies and boozehounds will delight in a guided gastronomy tour, while modernists will enjoy the Galician Center of Contemporary Art.
Restaurants in Santiago de Compostela
1. Camino de Santiago
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5.0 based on 1,083 reviews
A network of paths leading to a church holding the remains of St. James (Santo Iago), the patron saint of Spain...
Reviewed By davidsJ5671XD
We had booked a self-guided tour on the Portuguese Camino with Walks in Spain for September 2020 having been very happy with the arrangements they made for our 2008 Sarria to Santiago trip. My wife and I are both in our 70’s and have become very anxious with the Coronavirus about travelling. I called Paul to express our concerns expecting to at least forfeit our deposit and was pleasantly surprised when after explaining that we couldn’t rebook for next year he offered to return our deposit. I am impressed with the integrity and professionalism of this company, thank you Paul.
2. Spanish Adventures
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
Welcome to Spanish Adventures! I’m Garry, an independent outdoors guide who has been helping people walk the various Camino de Santiago routes for over 10 years. I can help you with all aspects of your trekking, whether on the Camino or elsewhere. To get a good idea of other people's experiences, please read the wonderful reviews they've been kind enough to leave. I hope to see you in Spain for a walking or trekking holiday. If you need more information or have any questions please feel free to get in touch!
3. Cycling the Camino
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5.0 based on 79 reviews
We are a team of experienced, committed and passionate professionals with a strong background in the travelling and outdoor adventure industries who will put your satisfaction above all else. We specialise in individuals or groups looking to rent bikes to travel along the ancient pilgrimage roads leading to Santiago de Compostela. We stock a wide selection of the most appropriate bicycle models for such a demanding undertaking, combining the greatest technical performance qualities with the highest level of safety and comfort. We strive to deliver first class personalized customer service by catering for your individual needs and ensuring that your road trip to Santiago becomes a special once-in-a-lifetime experience, one that will live forever in your memory. We are much more than a bicycle rental company, we can also assist you with the planning of your trip or answer any queries you may have before you set off on your unforgettable bicycle journey to Santiago de Compostela.
4. Tienda Bicigrino
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5.0 based on 229 reviews
Bicycle rental for the camino de Santiago and cycling in general. We specialize in rental bikes and material for routes across Spain and in Portugal. We also have E-bikes rental quality (brand Moustache with Bosch engine).
Reviewed By Y9660BOirener
Thanks toTomas and the staff at Bicigrino we had a great experience biking the Camino Frances! They were professional, friendly, and responsive to our requests. Tomas was very helpful with questions and issues we had along the way which made the journey much more pleasant. We would highly recommend them for any biking needs for the Camino.
5. The Paradox Room
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5.0 based on 176 reviews
6. Tournride
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5.0 based on 230 reviews
Bicycle rental in Spain Portugal and South France. You can receive the bike in your accommodation or pick it up in one of our partners. Availability and prices can be checked online in our website, and you can even book online in a very simple way. Ideal for the Saint James Way.
7. Colegiata del Sar
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By Leophant - San Juan, Caribbean
Although it was a wet, rainy afternoon, the unusual church- the inclined columns - made the trek worthwhile
8. Chocolate
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
9. Botafumeiro
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4.5 based on 2,644 reviews
Reviewed By davidromana - Miami, United States
This Cathedral is monumental, so rich in history, its enormous altar, the Botafumeiro is a huge Incense burner used in the rituals, it is impressive, we are talking about centuries of historic events in this place
10. Santiago de Compostela. Casco Historico
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4.5 based on 2,620 reviews
Reviewed By FJGonzalezG - Bethesda, United States
I love walking in the historic center (Casco Historico) of Santiago de Compostela, rain or shine. We lucked with sunny, cool weather on a late February visit. But, even on a rainy March day a few years ago it was great. A World Heritage Site, the city dates to the IX Century, and retains much of its medieval character: Romanesque and Gothic architecture abounds along its cobblestoned streets. It also has a definite Galician character, with its houses providing overhanging sidewalks to protect shoppers from the rain. There are museums worth exploring, churches worth visiting, and cloisters imbued with beauty and serenity. On a more pedestrian note, there are plenty of shops ranging from tchotchkes for tourists to fancy silver works (or an ideal combination: a small silver orreo. There seems to be a bar or restaurant in every corner. I prefer the holes in the wall, where the prices are low, the cuisine authentic, and the menus in Spanish or Galician only. The Casco Historico is small enough to cover in a couple of hours, or a day of leisurely browsing, eating, and drinking. The more time you give yourself, the more you will enjoy it.
