What to do in Galicia
We know it's a long way to come, but we hope you can use this as an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of Galicia's culture, landscapes & culinary delicacies.
A short stay in A Coruña
If you plan to add a couple more days to your stay, we can help you prioritise the must-sees based on our favourite spots.
A Coruña in the day:
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Visit Praza Maria Pita
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Make your way to the Old Town to Praza Xeneral Azcárraga for a coffee or a caña
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Walk along Orzan beach all the way to Estadio Riazor
Food options:
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Spanish 'tapeo' on Rua Galera
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Dinner at O Lagar Da Estrella
Day trips:
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Visit the Castelo de Santa Cruz and walk along the coastal path to Bastiagueiro beach
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Take a scenic route to Betanzos - a quaint medieval town known for its famous tortilla
Key Cities
A Coruña is a must-see, but so is Santiago de Compostela, the finish line of the famous spiritual pilgrimage - the Camino. Soak in the historical charm of the city, down the side-streets to the Praza do Obradoiro and the Catedral.
Places to stay:
Parador de Santiago de Compostela
Restaurants:
Gaio
Beaches
The coastline of A Coruña has many beautiful beaches including Bastiagueiro, Mera & Espiñeiro all within a 30-40 minute drive from the city.
If you are planning to rent a car, venture west to Finisterre and check out the white sandy beach of Praia Lagosteira. Travel north to witness the geological wonders of Praia Das Catedrais.
And last but not least, consider planning a few days in the Rias Baizas, home to the mesmerising Islas Cies and famous albariño grape.
Nature & Wine Regions
Galicia has several natural parks, including the Atlantic forest of Fragas do Eume, a 40 minute drive from A Coruña.
Galicia is also a wine-producing region: Rías Baixas and the Ribeira Sacra. Inland is the Ribeira Sacra, home to the Mencia grape. A spectacular terraced landscape in the steep valley of the Miño river, truly worth a visit.
Albariño is groan in the costal region of the Rias Baixas with plenty of bodegas & wine tours at your disposal to indulge on some authentic enoturismo.