15 days in Galicia Itinerary

As the site of the sacred cathedral that marks the end of the pilgrimage route of the famous St.

Visit Cathedral De Santiago de Compostela and Monte de San Pedro for their historical value. Sargadelos and Fundacion Luis Seoane will appeal to museum buffs. Venture out of the city with trips to Basilica of Santa Maria (in Pontevedra), Vigo (Museo de Arte Contemporanea & Playa Samil) and Meirande (in Redondela). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules), examine the collection at Domus, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Convento, igreja e colegio das Orfas.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Santiago de Compostela road trip app.

Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Madrid in August, things will get a bit cooler in Santiago de Compostela: highs are around °C and lows about °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to go by car to O Grove.

On the 7th (Fri), enjoy the sand and surf at Punta Moreiras, kick back and relax at Playa Area das Pipas, thenstroll through Praia da Lanzada, and finally stop by Orujos y Vinos. On the 8th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Playa Castineiras, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Area Grande, thenlearn about winemaking at Bodega Pazo Baion, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Parque Natural Ria Barosa.

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Traveling by car from Santiago de Compostela to O Grove takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around °C in August, and nighttime lows around °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel to Cies Islands.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): stroll through Ruta de O Alto do Principe and then step off the mainland to explore Playa de Rodas.

To find traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Cies Islands trip maker.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from O Grove to Cies Islands. In August in Cies Islands, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sun) to allow time for travel to Fisterra.

Fisterra is a municipality in the province of A Coruña, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): visit a coastal fixture at Faro del Cabo Cee, tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa De Ezaro, thentake in the exciting artwork at Stoupa Tenda Turistica, and finally visit a coastal fixture at Faro de Fisterra. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Tue): enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Lagosteira, admire the landmark architecture of Castillo de San Carlos, thenenjoy the sand and surf at Playa de Laxe, and finally examine the collection at Melga. Museo Etnoludico de Galicia.

To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read our Fisterra travel route planner.

Explore your travel options from Cies Islands to Fisterra with the Route module. In August, daily temperatures in Fisterra can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Ribadeo.

Ribadeo is a municipality in the Spanish province of Lugo in Galicia. Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Areoura, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de Llas, thenlook for gifts at Mar de Sensaciones, thenenjoy the sand and surf at As Catedrais Beach, and finally view the masterpieces at Espazo Caritel.

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Ribadeo trip planner.

Traveling by car from Fisterra to Ribadeo takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around °C in August, and nighttime lows around °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Lugo.

Lugo is a city in northwestern Spain in the autonomous community of Galicia. Your inner history buff will appreciate Muralla Romana de Lugo and Praza de Santa Maria. Get some cultural insight at Catedral de Lugo and Ecomuseo de Arxeriz. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Lugo: Monforte de Lemos (Pazo de Tor & Museo de Arte Sacro MM Clarisas), Sarria (Museo Etnografico del Pan & Moreno) and Museo Fortaleza San Paio de Narla (in Friol). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de San Salvador de Vilar de Donas, kick back and relax at Playa de Area, explore the ancient world of Castro Candaz, and explore the world behind art at Sala de Exposiciones "Porta Mina".

To see other places to visit, photos, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Lugo trip itinerary builder app.

Traveling by car from Ribadeo to Lugo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In August, daytime highs in Lugo are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive back home.