Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain

Santiago de Compostela is the spiritual capital of Galicia, the legendary finale of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route and a city with a unique atmosphere where history, tradition and modernity are harmoniously intertwined against the backdrop of granite cathedrals and cobbled streets. It is always lively here - the city welcomes tourists, pilgrims, students and lovers of Galician cuisine all year round!

• Airport:
  Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) is just 13 km from the city center.
  Togotransfer offers transfer from Santiago de Compostela airport: meeting with a sign, assistance with luggage, a fast and comfortable trip to your hotel, hostel, to the cathedral or directly to the start of the pilgrimage.
  
• Popular restaurants:
  
  • Casa Marcelo(Michelin) - modern Galician cuisine, unusual tastings and a cozy atmosphere.
    
  • A Taberna do Bispo- the best tapas and seafood in the city center.
    
  • O Gato Negro— an old tavern, fresh mussels and octopus in Galician style.
    
  • Abastos 2.0- a modern gastrobar in the market, be sure to try fresh fish dishes.
    
• Main attractions and best places:
  
  • The Santiago Cathedral is the spiritual heart of the city, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture and the final point of the Camino.
    
  • Plaza del Obradoiro is the central square where pilgrims from all over the world meet.
    
  • The streets of the Old Town (Casco Histórico) are a labyrinth of stone streets, historical buildings, bars, shops.
    
  • Alameda Park - the best views of the cathedral, a place for walks and picnics.
    
  • The Monastery of San Martin Pinario is an architectural ensemble and a functioning monastery.
    
  • Museo do Pobo Galego is a museum of Galician culture and life.
    
  • Mercado de Abastos is a market for fresh seafood, cheese and delicacies.
    
• Transfer and Togotransfer service:
  
  • Transfer from the airport to any hotel, hostel, apartment, university or pilgrimage center.
    
  • Book a taxi online, rent a car with a driver, or have a private driver for an hour - convenient for trips around the area and excursion routes.
    
  • Minibus with driver for groups, pilgrimage tours, families or excursions.
    
  • Intercity transfers: quickly get to La Coruña, Vigo, Pontevedra, Ourense, Finisterre, Porto (Portugal).
    
• Tips and lifehacks:
  
  • During high season (summer, Semana Santa, Feast of the Apostle James - July 25), book your transfer and restaurant in advance.
    
  • Be sure to try pulpo a la gallega (Galician octopus), empanada and the fresh seafood at the market.
    
  • For pilgrims and group excursions, it is convenient to rent a minibus or a car with a driver for routes around Galicia and northern Spain.