Porto: Baiona, Santiago de Compostela & Vigo Day Trip
Galicia
Explore Baiona, Santiago de Compostela, and Vigo on a day trip from Porto. Visit the Fort of Monterreal, the cathedral in Santiago , and admire the Christmas lights in Vigo.
Highlights
- Discover the historic coastal town of Baiona and its medieval center
- Visit the Fort of Monterreal and see a replica of Columbus' ship
- Explore Santiago de Compostela, a pilgrimage site with a cathedral
- Visit San Martino Pinario, the second largest monastery in Spain
- Stop in Vigo to view Christmas lights (November to January)
Description
This day trip starts in Baiona, a historic coastal town near Vigo. Explore the medieval center and visit the Fort of Monterreal, where La Pinta arrived with news of Columbus' discovery of the New World. Between the fortress and town, see the Floating Museum, a replica of Columbus’s ship.
Next, travel to Santiago de Compostela to visit the shrine of St. James, a key pilgrimage site. Explore the historic center, including the Cathedral and the nearby San Martino Pinario monastery, the second largest in Spain.
On the return journey, stop in Vigo to see the Christmas lights, available from November through the first week of January.
Includes
- Visit to Baiona, Fort of Monterreal, and the Floating Museum (replica of La Pinta)
- Visit to Santiago de Compostela
- Visit to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
- Stop in Vigo to see the Christmas lights
Excludes
- Lunch and dinner
Important Information
- Christmas lights in Vigo are only visible from November to the first week of January
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your spot. If visiting Vigo, plan this trip between November and early January to experience the Christmas lights. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for exploring historic sites.
