Besides, the visit can be completed with a walking tour along its beautiful old town with its narrow paved streets and  some interesting attractions such as the elegant Maria Pita Square which houses the massive neoclassical City Hall, the Collegiate Church of St.Mary a magnificent example of romanesque architecture from the 12 th century or the beautiful San Carlos Gardens, which features the tomb of the General Sir John Moore. * This tour can be tailored according to your interests. Half-day (Sightseeing Tour or Walking Tour)  or Full-day tours are available

The Obradoiro Square with the spectacular baroque main façade of the cathedral, the massive City Hall (Raxoi Palace), the college building of the city´s university (San Xerome College)  or the luxurious state run hotel Parador Reyes Catolicos ; Platerías Square where we´ll see the Chapterhouse from the 18th century, the Horses Fountain and the most antique façade of the cathedral, romanesque in style; Quintana Square with the Grapevine House with interesting granite fruits carved in the façade, the oldest monastery of the city, San Paio de Antealtares, and the Holy Door only opened in Holy Years; finally the Azabachería Square with the second biggest monastery in Spain, San Martín Pinario, the northern façade of the cathedral in a neoclassical style and the famous “azabache” (jet stone) used for jewelry and amulets. Walking through the “Rúas” (picturesque and narrow streets) outlined by the resplendent”Pazos” (urban Manor House) you will marvel at the artistic splendor of glistening granite facades. The medieval vaulted arcades, flagstones and coat of arms are present in the different constructions from the 16th to 18th centuries including the Fonseca Palace, with a beautiful Renaissance courtyard, that was the original seat of the University of Santiago, one of the most ancient in Europe . Santiago´s historical importance and architectural splendor will be the highlight of this tour.

In the heart of the Rías Baixas, the city of Pontevedra was born in Roman times on the banks of the river Lérez, but reached its splendour at the beginning of the Renaissance with the discovery of America, as Pontevedra played an important role. Its rich history is reflected in an important artistic heritage that deserves to be discovered.

During the tour, we will visit the monument to the heroes of Pontesampaio, which recalls the Napoleonic wars, the archaeological ruins of San Domingos , the church of La Peregrina and its curious shell shape, an obligatory passage for pilgrims making the Portuguese route to Santiago de Compostela.

The square of A Ferreiría with its typical arcaded buildings where we find the church of San Francisco and its imposing rose window of 5m in diameter, the charming square of A Leña, the church of San Bartolomé, where the patron saint of the city, the Virgin of the O (representation of the pregnant Virgin) is venerated the square of A Verdura with its lively terraces, the Convent of the Apparitions where Sister Lucia, one of the three shepherds of Fatima, lived; the spectacular Santa María la Mayor Church (the most beautiful Renaissance constructions from Galicia. The harmonious square of O Teucro will make this visit an unforgettable memory.

A tour of Pontevedra accompanied by our official licensed tour guides with anecdotes, history and artistic descriptions will enrich this delightful walk

The Obradoiro Square with the spectacular baroque main façade of the cathedral, the massive City Hall (Raxoi Palace), the college building of the city´s university (San Xerome College) or the luxurious state run hotel Parador Reyes Catolicos

Platerías Square where we´ll see the Chapterhouse from the 18th century, the Horses Fountain and the most antique façade of the cathedral, romanesque in style

Quintana Square with the Grapevine House with interesting granite fruits carved in the façade, the oldest monastery of the city, San Paio de Antealtares, and the Holy Door only opened in Holy Years

Finally the Azabachería Square with the second biggest monastery in Spain, San Martín Pinario, the northern façade of the cathedral in a neoclassical style and the famous “azabache” (jet stone) used for jewelry and amulets.

Opcional: Santiago´s Cathedral Ticket. 

This magical city boasts a wealth of more secular architectural treasures such as the different squares that surrounds the impressive Cathedral. The Obradoiro Square with the spectacular baroque main façade of the cathedral, the massive City Hall (Raxoi Palace), the college building of the city´s university (San Xerome College)  or the luxurious state run hotel Parador Reyes Catolicos ; Platerías Square where we´ll see the Chapterhouse from the 18th century, the Horses Fountain and the most antique façade of the cathedral, romanesque in style; Quintana Square with the Grapevine House with interesting granite fruits carved in the façade, the oldest monastery of the city, San Paio de Antealtares, and the Holy Door only opened in Holy Years; finally the Azabachería Square with the second biggest monastery in Spain, San Martín Pinario, the northern façade of the cathedral in a neoclassical style and the famous “azabache” (jet stone) used for jewelry and amulets.

Walking through the “Rúas” (picturesque and narrow streets) outlined by the resplendent”Pazos” (urban Manor House) you will marvel at the artistic splendor of glistening granite facades. The medieval vaulted arcades, flagstones and coat of arms are present in the different constructions from the 16th to 18th centuries including the Fonseca Palace, with a beautiful Renaissance courtyard, that was the original seat of the University of Santiago, one of the most ancient in Europe . Santiago´s historical importance and architectural splendor will be the highlight of this tour.  

Walking through the “Rúas” (picturesque and narrow streets) outlined by the resplendent”Pazos” (urban Manor House) you will marvel at the artistic splendor of glistening granite facades. The medieval vaulted arcades, flagstones and coat of arms are present in the different constructions from the 16th to 18th centuries including the Fonseca Palace, with a beautiful Renaissance courtyard, that was the original seat of the University of Santiago, one of the most ancient in Europe . Santiago´s historical importance and architectural splendor will be the highlight of this tour.

Panoramic drive: Port & Maritime Promenade around the city, Riazor & Orzan Beaches, the Domus or House of Mandkind (work of the Japanese architect Arata Isozaki), San Antón Castle (old fortress). Tower of Hercules the oldest roman lighthouse in the world & declared World Heritage by UNESCO (s. II A.C.).The Sculpture Celtic Park, Millenim Obelisc,  Mont San Pedro…

This tour will continue in the old town, that combines cobbled streets with nice squares,  where are situated the Oyster market , the ideal place to taste the fresh oysters from Vigo Bay, St. Mary´s Cathedral in neoclassical style with some beautiful mosaics, the Constitution Square where stand out the narrow-fronted houses and arcades or the Calle dos Cesteiros (the Street of the Basketmakers) that features — as its name suggests — many little shops selling local basketwork.