Santiago de Compostela / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Santiago de Compostela
Santiago’s cathedral squares are only part of its visual variety. These stops add gardens, an old market and contemporary architecture to a city walk.
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Praza do Obradoiro
From the square, frame the cathedral’s western façade with enough open space to show its scale. The surrounding buildings offer alternatives for a wider composition.
Search Google MapsPraza da Quintana
This square sits beside the cathedral on another side from the Obradoiro. Compose a view that balances the church walls with the open space and steps.
Search Google MapsPraza das Praterías
At this cathedral square, shift from a broad view to details of the stone façade. Compare a frontal crop with an angle that includes the surrounding square.
Search Google MapsMercado de Abastos
The market’s stone buildings provide a different architectural scene. Photograph the exterior and entrances, and be considerate of traders and visitors.
Search Google MapsAlameda, Paseo da Ferradura
The Paseo da Ferradura in Alameda park is a viewpoint towards the old town and cathedral. Use trees or the park path to frame the skyline.
Search Google MapsParque de San Domingos de Bonaval
From the park at the former convent, look across to historic Santiago. Its paths and changes in level can add depth to a city view.
Search Google MapsParque de Belvís
This green area offers a different view towards the historic centre. Include the park landscape in the foreground to distinguish the scene from a close-up of the old town.
Search Google MapsCidade da Cultura de Galicia
The contemporary cultural complex contrasts with the older city. Experiment with its building lines and large exterior forms, and check site and photography rules before entering.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Turismo de Santiago, city sights
- Turismo de Santiago, one day in Santiago
- Turismo de Santiago, Mercado de Abastos
- Turismo de Santiago, Paseo da Ferradura
- Turismo de Santiago, San Domingos de Bonaval park
- Turismo de Santiago, Belvís route
- Turismo de Santiago, the cathedral and its squares
- Turismo de Santiago, Praza da Quintana