El Ensanche Zona Nuova Travel Guide

Santiago de Compostela

Popular places to visit

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

An important site of pilgrimage, this historic cathedral is considered to be one of Spain’s most extraordinary examples of Romanesque architecture.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Obradoiro Square featuring outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Obradoiro Square

See some of the city’s most impressive architectural achievements in this handsome public square.

Obradoiro Square
University of Santiago de Compostela

University of Santiago de Compostela

Explore the campus of University of Santiago de Compostela during your travels in Santiago de Compostela. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

University of Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral showing a fountain and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum

Delve deep into the art, history and evolution of one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites and finest religious landmarks.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum
San Martino Pinario Monastery showing a garden and landscape views

San Martino Pinario Monastery

Look inside this lovely Baroque monastery, which is home to a collection of valuable paintings, sacred objects and gold works.

San Martino Pinario Monastery
Alameda Park showing a park, a statue or sculpture and a monument

Alameda Park

Join the locals for an afternoon stroll in this popular city park, the site of interesting monuments and frequent cultural events.

Alameda Park

Things to do

From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion

From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion

฿1,858
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Santiago: Finisterre, Muxia & Costa da Morte Excursion
Santiago Cathedral + entrance Portico de la Gloria

Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria

฿1,100
per adult
Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria
Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria

Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria

฿1,593
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour Cathedral of Santiago with roofs & Portico de la Gloria
Faro de Finisterre

Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Costa da Morte, Ézaro, Muros & Carnota

฿1,858
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago de Compostela: Finisterre, Costa da Morte, Ézaro, Muros & Carnota
From Santiago de Compostela: Lugo and Cathedrals Beach

From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour

฿2,275
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Santiago: Lugo Ribadeo & Cathedral Beach Full-Day Tour
Rías Baixas: Unforgettable Tour from Santiago de Compostela

From Santiago: Rías Baixas Tour + Boat & Albariño Tasting

฿1,593
per adult
From Santiago: Rías Baixas Tour + Boat & Albariño Tasting
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Top hotels in El Ensanche Zona Nuova

Eurostars Araguaney

Eurostars Araguaney

5 out of 5
Rua de Alfredo Branas, 5, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is ฿4,667 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,667
฿5,134 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (606 reviews)
"Beautiful lobby, delicious breakfast, close to city center."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Eurostars Araguaney
Compostela Hotel

Compostela Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Horreo 1, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is ฿4,997 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿4,997
฿5,497 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (937 reviews)
Spacious room and convenient location.
"Room was very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was also delicious. I appreciated the fast check in service considering that I arrived at 2AM."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Compostela Hotel
limehome Santiago de Compostela

limehome Santiago de Compostela

2.5 out of 5
Rúa de Gómez Ulla 7, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña
The price is ฿3,136 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿3,136
฿3,639 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Santiago de Compostela Cathedral ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
"The property was in an exceptional locational. Very clean with easy check in and out. Great experience. Remodeled and with all necessary amenities."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

limehome Santiago de Compostela
Santiago Center Rooms

Santiago Center Rooms

3.5 out of 5
Rúa do Horreo 24, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña
The price is ฿3,067 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,067
฿3,374 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (42 reviews)
"Excellent location. Spacious. Laundry machine was a huge plus!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Santiago Center Rooms
Pension Residencia F&F

Pension Residencia F&F

2 out of 5
Calle Frei Rosendo Salvado, 16, Santiago de Compostela
Stay at this pension in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, housekeeping and tour/ticket assistance. Popular attractions Santiago de Compostela Cathedral ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"Some issues checking in - the door entry number provided didn't work and only way to get help is via Whatsapp. All rooms had issues with the shower (i.e. broken door, or shower head). Walls are also paper thin. However good value for the area."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

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Pension Residencia F&F
Nest Style Santiago

Nest Style Santiago

3 out of 5
Rua Doutor Teixeiro, 15, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna
The price is ฿2,302 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿2,302
฿2,533 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santiago de Compostela ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (261 reviews)
Small room
"Bathroom are poor cleaning and rooms are very small, not refrigerator in the room. Air conditioners were not working properly and our family traveled on summer time( temperature over 25 Celsius"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Nest Style Santiago
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Other neighbourhoods around El Ensanche Zona Nuova

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Santiago de Compostela City Centre

4/5(6 area reviews)

Santiago de Compostela City Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and with sights like Galicia Plaza and Alameda Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santiago de Compostela.

Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral which includes interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre

5/5(44 area reviews)

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and you can see some sights area like Plaza de la Quintana and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral.

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
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Barrio de San Pedro

Though Barrio de San Pedro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Plaza de la Quintana.

Barrio de San Pedro
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Vista Alegre

While there might not be top attractions in Vista Alegre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Convento de San Francisco de Santiago and San Martino Pinario Monastery.

Vista Alegre
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San Lazaro

5/5(1 area review)

San Lazaro is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Congress and Exposition Center of Galicia and San Lazaro Stadium.

San Lazaro

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