Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Tour

If you’re visiting Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, this self-guided tour on the VoiceMap app is a great way to understand what you’re actually looking at.

We found this really helpful because the cathedral is full of incredible details and history that you would easily walk straight past if you didn’t know what they meant.

As usual, Lyle and I shared a pair of bluetooth earbuds, started the tour on my phone, and followed along as the commentary played automatically. It’s relaxed, easy, and you can take as long as you like exploring.

What we liked about using VoiceMap

• No rushing to keep up with a tour guide
• Easy to pause whenever you want to look around
• Commentary starts automatically as you reach each stop
• You can explore at your own pace inside and outside the cathedral
• Tours are created by knowledgeable local guides
• It’s a very affordable way to learn about major sights

It’s a simple way to get much more out of a place like this.

What you’ll see on this tour

The tour begins in the beautiful main square and then explores both the outside of the cathedral and the remarkable interior.

Highlights include:

• Praza do Obradoiro
• The historic façades surrounding the cathedral complex
• Berenguela Tower
• Botafumeiro
• The tomb of Saint James the Great

Along the way you’ll hear the fascinating story of how the discovery of Saint James’ tomb in the 9th century turned this city into one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in the world.

Our tip

Take your time with this tour. The cathedral is one of the most important stops along the Camino de Santiago, and there’s a lot to see once you step inside.

👉 You can find the tour on the VoiceMap app.