Santiago de Compostela: private old town tour tailored to you
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2-hour private tour of Santiago's old town with an official Galician guide who adapts the route to your interests; you choose the time and meeting point. From €100 per group of up to 4. Rated 4.6/5 from 62 reviews.
The price is per group: from €100 for a group of up to 4 people. For groups of more than 4 (up to 20), check the price when booking.
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Private: just your group
- Spanish, English
- Mobile ticket
Practical details
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Guide languages
- Spanish · English
- Mobile ticket
- No need to print
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes · flag it when booking
- Minimum age
- No restriction
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24h before
Highlights
- Official guide just for your group
- Route tailored to your interests
- You choose the time and meeting point
- From €100 per group of up to 4
- Wheelchair accessible
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Our take
For a family or a group of four, the per-person cost is close to a group tour, with the bonus of going at your own pace and asking whatever you like. The key is telling the guide what you care about: the Camino, architecture or city history. At 4.6/5, it is a sensible private option.
What's included
- 2-hour private tour of the old town
- Specialised official guide
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Choice of time and meeting point
Not included
- Entry tickets to monuments and museums
- Personal expenses and drinks
Good to know
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes and shoes
- Umbrella in winter
Things to keep in mind
- Guides are official Galician tour guides
- The operator is an official Galician travel agency (XG-634)
- It rains often in Santiago in winter
Meeting point
Praza do Obradoiro, Santiago de Compostela (or the point you choose when booking).
Look for the guide in Praza do Obradoiro, in front of the cathedral, at the agreed time.
The experience
What you will see
- Praza do Obradoiro and the cathedral's main facade.
- The squares and streets of the old town, a World Heritage Site.
- Whatever you ask for: the Camino de Santiago, legends, architecture or local curiosities.
How it works
You book, choose the time and meeting point, and an official Galician guide spends 2 hours with just your group. The route is not fixed: the guide adjusts it to your interests and pace.
Who I recommend it for
- Families and small groups who want to go at their own pace.
- Anyone with specific interests who wants a guide to adapt.
Who I don't recommend it for
- Solo travellers looking for the cheapest option: a group tour works out better.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, according to the provider.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
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The price is per group: from €100 for a group of up to 4 people. For groups of more than 4 (up to 20), check the price when booking.