Hidden gems - Things to dos in Santiago de Compostela, Spain not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: Things to dos in Santiago de Compostela

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Santiago de Compostela. This list contains 41 places from Things to do category.

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VermisLAB (Santiago de Compostela)

Education center

👍👍 This course will be the third for our son, who is delighted. We appreciate how much he learns and how much fun he has. During the confinement, they continued with online activity, for which we have the maximum facilities, and then recovered presence in person with the appropriate protocols.

5.00 (41 reviews) (~1.08 km from centre)

Alameda Gold & Exchange

Currency exchange service

👍👍 After going to all the Exchange Stores in the city, this is the one that offers the best rate for the USD. Recommended !!!!

5.00 (37 reviews) (~3.93 km from centre)

Sala de Exposicións. Exhibition hall.

Museum

👍👍 Todo un hallazgo. No sólo por la visita a la casa y a los secretos que esconde, sino por cómo los relata la persona que atiende a la entrada. Literalmente nos ha emocionado. Ha hecho que la visita a Santiago especial. Muchas gracias, Bea.

5.00 (9 reviews) (~3.62 km from centre)

Paseo da Ferradura

Park

👍👍 Beautiful part of Alameda Park with the statue of Ramón María Valle Inclán looking towards the Cathedral. Very nice views.

5.00 (6 reviews) (~3.97 km from centre)

Skulpturenpark von Jose Cao Lata

Tourist attraction

👍👍 José Merece que desde el ayuntamiento de Santiago le ayuden a mantener el jardín donde expone sus obras de arte, para que más peregrinos la conozcan.

5.00 (6 reviews) (~2.34 km from centre)

Río Sarela: treito O Romaño-Ponte do Asén

Park

👍👍 Entlang des Rio Sarela, vorbei an verfallenen Gebäuden der früheren Gerberindustrie. Man fühlt sich entrückt trotz der Nähe zur Stadt. Bei einem zweistündigen Spaziergang keine Menschenseele getroffen, nur Vögel, Fische und eine Schlange...

5.00 (6 reviews) (~3.16 km from centre)

Rúa do Franco

Tourist attraction

👍👍 The name of Rúa do Franco is not due to Francisco Franco, but rather to the pilgrims, mostly of French origin, who came to the basilica by crossing this street. Rúa do Franco is the busiest and most touristy street in Santiago de Compostela. Here we will find a large number of restaurants and places...

4.90 (20 reviews) (~3.76 km from centre)

Lavadoiro de Picaños

Historical landmark

👍 Old laundry room. Very different from what we are usually used to.

4.90 (16 reviews) (~4.23 km from centre)

Atelier Isabel Suárez: Museo de Joyería

Jewelry store

👍👍 On November 1, 2022, my wife Abby, brother-in-law Joe, and sister-in-law Kim took part in a jewelry workshop at Atelier Isabel Suarez. It was absolutely wonderful! We each made a beautiful silver shell bracelet, starting with a flat piece of silver and ending as a fully formed wearable piece. My adv...

4.90 (15 reviews) (~3.58 km from centre)

AMparque CalisthenicsDoc Santiago

Athletic park

👍👍 Incredible park, the best in Santiago and also in Galicia. The only bad thing is that the rings are too high, but the material is of incredible quality. You're going to be amazed if you want to train calisthenics.

4.80 (34 reviews) (~4.13 km from centre)

Parque Forestal do Monte Pedroso

Nature preserve

👍👍 Buen parque para pasar una tarde

4.80 (11 reviews) (~3.94 km from centre)

Escultura de Federico García Lorca

Museum

👍👍 Statue in Tribute to Federico García Lorca!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👌 in Santiago de Compostela!!

4.80 (9 reviews) (~4.11 km from centre)

Fountain of Horses

Historical landmark

👍👍 Located in the Plaza de las Platerías south of the Cathedral of Santiago!! Composed of different Renaissance details, a fountain with four Baroque-style horses that quickly catch the visitor's attention! Dates from 1825 [J.Pernas]!! Above the pedestal stands the Marmòrica or Marmárica Ark, which...

4.70 (122 reviews) (~3.6 km from centre)

Parroquia de Nosa Señora a Antiga da Corticela

Catholic church

👍👍 Esta capilla tiene acceso por la Catedral aunque lo curioso es que tiene sus propios curas, siendo independiente.

4.70 (41 reviews) (~3.51 km from centre)

Puerta Santa de la Catedral de Santiago de Compostela

Historical landmark

👍👍 Located at the back of the Cathedral and opens on the eve of the Holy Year!! Conservation 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 Highly recommended to visit in Santiago de Compostela!!📸🤓👌

4.70 (29 reviews) (~3.52 km from centre)

Plaza de Fonseca / Praza de Fonseca

Garden

👍👍 Schöner kleiner Park, den man gar nicht so schnell nach der Kathedrale erwartet. Ich fand es dort ruhig und gemütlich. Es gibt dort auch kleine Restaurants oder Cafes, wo man die kleine Oase noch länger genießen kann. Nice little park that you do not expect so quickly after the cathedral. I found i...

4.70 (28 reviews) (~3.67 km from centre)

El Peregrino Escondido

Tourist attraction

👍 En la plaza de la Quintana se encuentra una de las sombras más famosas de Santiago de Compostela, convirtiéndose en una de las imágenes más icónicas de la ciudad. La leyenda más extendida cuenta que un sacerdote de la catedral estaba enamorado de una monja de clausura y llegado el día le pidió escap...

4.70 (26 reviews) (~3.55 km from centre)

Illas do paseo de Chaián

Nature preserve

👍👍 Magnífico lugar para disfrutar de un buen paseo y con un buen lugar para comer al aire libre. Próximo a santiago de compostela.

4.70 (18 reviews) (~4.58 km from centre)

Eugenio Granell. Barrio de Pontepedriña Park

Park

👍 It's a super quiet park! A very beautiful nature. I love

4.70 (15 reviews) (~4.98 km from centre)

Parque de José "Zeca" Afonso

Park

👍 Pequeña zona ajardinada próxima a un hotel y al Auditorio de Galicia. Ideal para pasear a tus mascota.

4.70 (10 reviews) (~2.7 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Things to dos in Santiago de Compostela, Spain