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WhatsappGuided visit to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and the Cathedral Museum
2h
Spanish,
English,
French,
German,
Italian
Description
The cathedral in honour of the Apostle St. James is the most outstanding work of Romanesque art in the Iberian Peninsula and one of the most representative centres of Christianity, along with Rome and Jerusalem. That is why thousands of pilgrims come to the city of Santiago de Compostela every year, following one of the many pilgrimage routes to Santiago de Compostela, for religious reasons or simply to contemplate this architectural and artistic masterpiece. The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, although it has been a very important monument for centuries in the Catholic tradition. It is here that the tomb of the Apostle St. James is located, which is why it has been one of the most important places of religious pilgrimage in the world for hundreds of years.
What we are going to do?
We will discover all the wonders hidden in the Cathedral of Santiago accompanied by guides specialised in Art History. The visit lasts 2 hours and starts at the Cathedral Museum, where we will learn all about its history and the main works of art it holds, and then we will enter the Cathedral, which has been recently restored! As long as there are no restrictions of any kind, we will be able to embrace the Apostle St. James and enter his crypt. We will see the famous Codex Calixtinus, visit the Treasury, the Chapter House and the Botafumeiro. Finally, we can enjoy the views from the balconies and the cloister.
Itinerary
Beginning and end: Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
What's included?
Cathedral and Cathedral Museum tickets
Guided tour
Important
The 5 pm tour is in Spanish only (every day). For tours in any other language, please select the 1 pm schedule.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. If you cancel under this time or do not show up, you will not be refunded.
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