15 days in Galicia Itinerary
15 days in Galicia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Galicia route planner
Start: Madrid
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Santiago de Compostela
— 5 nights
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O Grove
— 2 nights
Drive
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Cies Islands
— 1 night
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Fisterra
— 2 nights
Drive
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Ribadeo
— 1 night
Drive
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Lugo
— 3 nights
Drive
End: Madrid
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City of Stone
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 Vigo (Museo de Arte Contemporanea & Playa Samil), Basilica de Santa Maria (in Pontevedra) and Meirande (in Redondela). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules), see the interesting displays at Museo do Pobo Galego, stop by Mercado de Abastos de Santiago, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Convento, igreja e colegio das Orfas.
Plan trip to Santiago de Compostela with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. In August, Santiago de Compostela is slightly colder than Madrid - with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can drive to O Grove.
Things to do in Santiago de Compostela
Side Trips
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On the 7th (Fri), enjoy the sand and surf at Punta Moreiras, kick back and relax at Playa Area das Pipas, then stroll 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, then learn about winemaking at Bodega Pazo Baion, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Parque Natural Ria Barosa.
To see ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our O Grove online journey planner.
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 28°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel to Cies Islands.
To see ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our O Grove online journey planner.
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 28°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel to Cies Islands.
Things to do in O Grove
Side Trips
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Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): stroll through Ruta de O Alto do Principe and then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia 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 28°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sun) to allow time for travel to Fisterra.
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 28°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sun) to allow time for travel to Fisterra.
Things to do in Cies Islands
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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, then take 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, then enjoy 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 29°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Ribadeo.
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 29°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Ribadeo.
Things to do in Fisterra
Side Trips
Faro del Cabo Cee, Playa De Ezaro, Stoupa Tenda Turistica, Playa de Laxe, Melga. Museo Etnoludico de Galicia
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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, then look for gifts at Mar de Sensaciones, then enjoy 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 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Lugo.
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 27°C in August, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to drive to Lugo.
Things to do in Ribadeo
Side Trips
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Lugo is a city in northwestern Spain in the autonomous community of Galicia. Your inner history buff will appreciate Muralla Romana de Lugo and Castro Candaz. Get some cultural insight at Catedral de Lugo and Museo Provincial de Lugo. 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 Ecomuseo de Arxeriz (in Fion). There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Praza de Santa Maria, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de San Salvador de Vilar de Donas, kick back and relax at Playa de Area, and examine the collection at Museo Fortaleza San Paio de Narla.
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 take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Lugo are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive back home.
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 take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Lugo are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive back home.
Things to do in Lugo
Side Trips
Monforte de Lemos, Sarria, Museo Fortaleza San Paio de Narla, Iglesia de San Salvador de Vilar de Donas, Ecomuseo de Arxeriz
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Galicia travel guide
Still largely untouched by international tourism, Galicia offers outstanding seafood and a strong connection to the ancient Celts. Steeped in history, Galicia often feels far removed from the rest of the country, tracing its cultural ancestry to these Northern tribes, who began settling in the area about 3,000 years ago. Celtic traits remained ingrained in everyday life even during the period the region was part of the Roman Empire. Fiercely independent, Galicians take great pride in their cultural heritage and architecture, and well-preserved World Heritage Sites and other attractions are readily found in the region’s towns and villages. Its varied landscapes include spectacular sea views and rugged mountains.