Free Tour to Santiago: Come to Know my City

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Provided by: Malva Tours
Duration
1h 45min
Meeting point
Plaza del Obradoiro Santiago de Compostela
Languages
Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

The visit that we are going to do starts at the Obradoiro Square from where we will know the history of Santiago, from the legend of the Apostle Santiago to the present day.

During the visit we will know the Plaza del Obradoiro, Platerías, Quintana and Inmaculada and the most important symbols for all pilgrims: the scallop shell and the botafumeiro! Do you want to know why it was danced in the past or when you can see the botafumeiro? I'll tell you all about it.

we will also see Fonseca Square and Franco Street, Vilar Street and many more!
And also, we will visit the viewpoint of the Alameda and we will meet "Las dos Marías" Do you know them?

In addition, during our tour we will give you recommendations of where to eat and how to do it in a rich, tasty and also economical way, when after knowing all the above, we will finish our tour in the Plaza de Abastos, knowing the types of seafood and where to eat them!

A lot of places and curiosities that will make your visit to Santiago unforgettable.

Look for a VIOLET PARAGUAS in the Plaza del Obradoiro.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Plaza del Obradoiro
  • Abastos Praza, Santiago de Compostela
  • Recorrido a pie
  • Recorrido por el casco histórico
  • Vistas panorámicas de la ciudad
  • Saber cuales son los mejores restaurantes de la ciudad

Our Guides

Paula — Guide of Free Tour to Santiago: Come to Know my City, Spain
Paula

Meeting point

Plaza del Obradoiro Santiago de Compostela

On arrival

Look for a VIOLET PARAGUAS in Obradoiro Square.

Things to note

Please note that if it rains, the visit will still take place if there are reservations. If you are not going to attend the visit, please cancel your reservation in advance. Thank you

How can the tour be free?

Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to $50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.

Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.

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Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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