August transforms Santiago de Compostela into a city that moves at a different pace.
What to do in August in Santiago de Compostela
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What to do in July in Santiago de Compostela
Julio es tiempo de playa, pero también de mucha música en Santiago.
What to do in June in Santiago de Compostela
Movies are taking to the streets, and this year’s festivals are back with a lineup of top-tier national and international artists. Get inspired by these suggestions to find out what to do in Santiago this June.
Galicia consolidates its position as the third region with the most Blue Flags.
Galicia boasts 118 Blue Flag beaches this year, making it the third region in the country with the highest number of distinctions.
Santiago comes alive for the Ascension Festival
Santiago will celebrate its traditional Ascension Festival from May 12 to 17.
What to do in May in Santiago de Compostela
May in Santiago de Compostela brings a packed cultural calendar full of events that will bring the Galician capital to life in the coming weeks.
A practical guide to park in Compostela
Parking is one of the biggest headaches when arriving in a city you’re visiting for the first time, especially as traffic and parking restrictions become increasingly strict. If you’re planning a trip to Santiago de Compostela, this handy guide to car parks will help you find the best parking options and organise your trip with greater ease.
Santiago Cathedral is about to get new lighting
In the future, Santiago Cathedral will be fitted with new lighting, which will initially be rolled out as a pilot project in Praza das Praterías before being extended to the wider heritage complex.
What to do in February in Santiago de Compostela
If this rainy 2026 is not being particularly appetizing for you, don’t worry: February in Santiago de Compostela is full of plans to put a good face to winter.
What to do in January in Santiago de Compostela
January sets the tone for the whole year. And so, 2026 kicks off with a cultural programme designed to appeal to everyone.
Santiago(é)Tapas is back, with more requirements and variety
Santiago(é)Tapas has long been an unmissable event in the city, delighting the palate. This time, it will return with more requirements and variety from 19 February to 8 March 2026.
The statues from the Portico of Glory that were held by the Franco family return to Santiago
Santiago de Compostela is celebrating the return of the statues from the Portico of Glory, which are coming home after more than seventy years. These are the figures of the...
What to do in December in Santiago de Compostela
The last month of the year is always packed with Christmas parties and celebrations. It’s a season full of plans and events to enjoy to the fullest. Here’s a list of things to do in Santiago de Compostela in December.
What to do this November in Compostela
We say goodbye to Samaín and Halloween and prepare for the arrival of Christmas. But, although it may seem a bit of a transition, this month also has many things to offer so you can enjoy your time in Santiago. We tell you what to do this November in Compostela.
What to do in October in Santiago de Compostela
A new month is here, and with it comes a fresh round of cultural events to liven up your fall. We’ve put together the full list so you’ll know exactly what to do in Santiago de Compostela this October—whether you live here or are just visiting.
