• Language:EnglishEn
  • Currency:USD  (US$)
  • Wishlist
  • Cart
  • Help
  • Log in
Skip to content
  • Spain
  • Galicia, Spain
  • Things to do in Santiago de Compostela
  • Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Guided tour

Santiago de Compostela: Cathedral & Museum, Optional Pórtico

4.7  / 5
901 reviews
Activity provider:OptimusTours
photo-gallery
photo-collagephoto-collagephoto-collagephoto-collage
Add to wishlist
Guided tour

Santiago de Compostela: Cathedral & Museum, Optional Pórtico

Activity provider:OptimusTours
4.7  / 5
901 reviews

From US$ 15.72 per person

Skip the lines and discover the heritage of Santiago Cathedral and its museum. Learn about the cathedral's history through the centuries and choose the option to explore the Portico de la Gloria.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Covid-19 precautions
Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
Duration 1.5 - 2.5 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, Spanish

Experience

Highlights
  • Enjoy a tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela with an expert guide
  • Learn about the cathedral including Chapel of the Relics and the Royal Pantheon
  • Avoid the hassle of crowds with skip-the-line entry tickets to the cathedral
Full description

Skip the line and discover the Romanesque architecture of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela with a guide. Explore the Cathedral and its museum and see the last stop on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.

Admire the beautiful interiors of the cathedral on 4 floors and learn about the construction and destruction of the cathedral throughout the centuries. See notable features of the cathedral, such as the Chapel of Relics, the Royal Pantheon, the Treasury, the Chapter Library, the Botafumeiro, and the Obradoiro balcony.

If you choose the Portico of Gloria option, your guide will wait for you in Plaza do Obradoiro so they can explain more about this Romanesque masterpiece and the legacy of Maestre Mateo.

Includes
  • Museum entry tickets
  • Portico de la Gloria ticket (if option selected)
  • Guide
  • Cathedral entry
  • Single-use headsets
  • Food and drinks
  • Rooftops and Tower tickets
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments

Select participants and date

Participants

Date

Meeting point

Your guide will wait for you in Obradoiro Square with an orange umbrella.

Open in Google Maps ⟶
Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Children must always be accompanied by an adult
  • Pets are not allowed inside the museum
  • The order of the itinerary may vary for organizational reasons

From US$ 15.72 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
  • Give this as a gift

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 901 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

Filter

By star rating

Sort by:

The tour started on time, with the guide easy to find and in the advised place. Maria was friendly, professional and so knowledgeable. The tour took in more than we originally thought and the visit to the Portico was simply breathtaking. The only small gripe was that the tour we did was joined part way through by another organised group doing only part of the tour so we had to wait until they joined, got headphones etc which ate into our time and some things had to then be repeated to them.

Read more

September 19, 2023

S
Scott – United KingdomVerified booking

Helpful?

We came in to La Coruna on a cruise. We hopped the train in Santiago De Compostela to tour St. James Cathedral with the additional Portico De Gloria. I am not catholic nor super religious, but the entire experience really touched my heart. Hard to explain. The day we came, pilgrims were entering into the city, cheering, shouting and praising God. it was hard not to get raptured up. And then our tour guide REALLY was the icing on the cake. I learned so much and was truly inspired. if you can, definitely do the add-on portico-de-gloria. it's worth it.

Read more

August 17, 2023

T
Tim – United StatesVerified booking

Helpful?

The tour was well done but more importantly was the service. I got lost as I walked to the tour starting point and within a minute of the tour start time I was called and asked if I was on the way. I was “talked through” tge confusing twist and turns of Santiago and arrived a bit late. The tigers went ahead with the guide and there was a second guide with met me and took me in to join the group. This was very much appreciated. Well done. And Thank you.

Read more

July 14, 2023

T
Terri – CanadaVerified booking

Helpful?

Product ID: 394992

  • Spain
  • Galicia, Spain
  • Things to do in Santiago de Compostela
  • Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela

Top Attractions in Santiago de Compostela

  • 1Camino de Santiago
  • 2Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
  • 3Plaza del Obradoiro
  • 4Museo da Catedral
  • 5Hostal dos Reis Católicos
  • 6Santiago–Rosalía de Castro Airport
  • 7Praza da Quintana
  • 8Museo do Pobo Galego
  • 9Plaza de las Platerías
  • 10Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
  • 11Plaza de la Azabachería
  • 12Santiago Cathedral Museum
  • 13Alameda Park, Santiago de Compostela
  • 14Plaza de Galicia

Things to Do in Santiago de Compostela

  • 1Santiago de Compostela Activities
  • 2Santiago de Compostela Tours
  • 3Santiago de Compostela Day trips
  • 4Santiago de Compostela Day trips
  • 5Santiago de Compostela UNESCO sites
  • 6Santiago de Compostela Outdoor activities
  • 7Santiago de Compostela Architecture
  • 8Santiago de Compostela Culture & history
  • 9Santiago de Compostela Religious & spiritual activities
  • 10Santiago de Compostela Rainy-day activities
  • 11Santiago de Compostela Churches & cathedrals
  • 12Santiago de Compostela Guided tours
  • 13Santiago de Compostela Walking tours
  • 14Santiago de Compostela Sightseeing walking tours
  • 15Santiago de Compostela Autumn activities
  • 16Santiago de Compostela Nature & adventure
  • 17Santiago de Compostela Summer activities
  • 18Santiago de Compostela Sightseeing
  • 19Santiago de Compostela Waterfalls tours
  • 20Santiago de Compostela Self-guided activities

Cities in Spain

  • 1Barcelona
  • 2Madrid
  • 3Seville
  • 4Valencia
  • 5Málaga
  • 6Granada
  • 7Córdoba
  • 8Alicante
  • 9Bilbao
  • 10Benidorm
  • 11Benalmadena
  • 12Lloret de Mar
  • 13Nerja
  • 14Fuengirola
  • 15Salou
  • 16San Sebastián
  • 17Dénia
  • 18Roses, Spain
  • 19Toledo
  • 20Cambrils

Top destinations

  • Paris
  • Rome
  • Amsterdam
  • London
  • Barcelona
  • Venice
  • Dubai
  • Florence
  • New York City
  • Budapest
  • Berlin
  • Prague
  • Lisbon
  • Milan
  • Reykjavik
  • Vienna
  • Krakow
  • Edinburgh
  • Marrakech
  • Madrid

Popular on GetYourGuide

  • Rome Culture & history
  • Paris Architecture
  • Rome Tours
  • Krakow Bus & minivan tours
  • Paris Theme & amusement parks
  • Reykjavik Bus & minivan tours
  • London Entry tickets
  • Amsterdam Cruises & boat tours
  • Venice Airport transfers
  • Amsterdam City cards
  • Dubai Audio guides
  • Paris Bus & minivan tours
  • Marrakech Bus & minivan tours
  • Rome Airport transfers
  • Florence Culture & history
  • Paris Audio guides
  • London Culture & history
  • Paris Tours
  • Paris Entry tickets
  • London Bus & minivan tours

Popular Attractions

  • Vatican Museums
  • Colosseum
  • Seine River
  • Sagrada Familia
  • Van Gogh Museum
  • The London Eye
  • Tower of London
  • Prague Castle
  • Alcázar of Seville
  • Seville Cathedral
  • 9/11 Memorial, NYC
  • Edge
  • Top of the Rock Observation Deck
  • Caminito del Rey
  • Underground Naples
  • Pantheon, Rome
  • Pompeii
  • Sainte-Chapelle
  • Empire State Building
  • Louvre Museum
Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store
  • Contact
  • Legal Notice
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookies and Marketing Preferences
  • General Terms and Conditions
  • Information according to the Digital Services Act
  • Sitemap
  • Do not Sell or Share my Personal Information
  • About Us
  • Careers
  • Blog
  • Press
  • Gift Cards
  • Magazine
  • Travel Guides
  • As a Supply Partner
  • As a Content Creator
  • As an Affiliate Partner
Paypal
Mastercard
Visa
Maestro
American Express
Jcb
Discover
Sofort
Klarna
Google Pay
Apple Pay
Bancontact

© 2008 – 2023 GetYourGuide. Made in Zurich & Berlin.

Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn