Santiago de Compostela: Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $166 / person
- Location
- Santiago de Compostela, Spain
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Guydeez
Description
Santiago de Compostela is a city rich in history, spirituality, and tradition. Explore it with a local guide on a private walking tour that brings its stories to life. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. As you walk through historic streets and iconic squares, your guide explains the significance of the city beyond the famous pilgrimage route. Museum visits can be included if requested in advance. With a personalized approach and local insight, this tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper connection to Santiago de Compostela.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 21 times a day, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 1+)
- $166
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $331.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:37 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Praza de Cervantes
The Praza de Cervantes is a square in the old part of Santiago de Compostela, its first name was Praza do Campo, in the twelfth century it became known as Praza do Foro, and later Praza do Pan.
Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela
The Santiago de Compostela Archcathedral Basilica is part of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santiago de Compostela and is an integral component of the Santiago de Compostela World Heritage Site in Galicia, Spain.
The Alameda de Santiago de Compostela, or Alameda de Santiago de Compostela Park, is the most important urban park in the city of Santiago de Compostela.
Plaza de Fonseca
Fonseca Palace, the first seat of the University of Santiago, is located in the Plaza de Fonseca in the historic heart of the city. The Colegio de Fonesca was founded by King Alonso II in the sixteenth cenutry although the facade was added in 1688 by Diego de Romay. ( Entry 10 EUR )
Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
Traditional market with indoor and outdoor stalls for meat, flowers, fruit, vegetables and cheese.
What's included
Included
Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
Private Walking Tour
Customization of the tour
Not included
Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
Local transportation around the city (it’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)
Personal expenses
Pickup Locations & Times
The local guide will pick you up at your hotel ( if located in Santiago de Compostela). Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. In case your hotel is outside the city center we will select a convenient meeting point in the city. Tour may end at a different location from the departure point unless requested in advance of the tour.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Santiago de Compostela: Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $166 per person for this Santiago de Compostela experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $331. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 21 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. The local guide will pick you up at your hotel ( if located in Santiago de Compostela). Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. In case your hotel is outside the city center we will select a convenient meeting point in the city. Tour may end at a different location from the departure point unless requested in advance of the tour. Pickup points include Parador de Santiago De Compostela, Hotel Palacio del Carmen, Autograph Collection.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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