El Ensanche Zona Nuova Travel Guide
Santiago de Compostela
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Popular places to visit

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.

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

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.

Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Santiago de Compostela at this exciting market.

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

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.
Things to do

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

From Santiago: Rías Baixas Tour with boat trip and winery

Ribeira Sacra & Ourense Day Tour with Catarmaran Cruise

Guided Tour Santiago Cathedral, Museum and Old City

Rías Baixas: Guided Day Tour from Santiago with Boat Ride

Santiago Cathedral Guided Tour with Portico de la Gloria
Top hotels in El Ensanche Zona Nuova

Compostela Hotel
Staff friendliness and courteous, the only thing was the stairs little complicated for my elderly mother, but the room clean, comfortable.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Eurostars Araguaney
Overall, excellent experience and service
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Limehome Santiago de Compostela
Great location between old town and the train station. Nice new reno. Some things were not looked after carefully enough- there were 3 of us so the pull out couch was made up for us which was wonderful. But one of the supports of the pull out was broken which really should have made them change the ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Hotel Gelmírez
Cuarto limpio
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Nest Style Santiago
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

Hotel Alda San Carlos
Goog
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around El Ensanche Zona Nuova

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

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
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 Museum.

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.
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.

San Lazaro
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.

