{"id":142542,"date":"2026-06-10T13:56:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T13:56:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pilgrim.es\/?page_id=142542"},"modified":"2026-06-10T14:32:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T14:32:45","slug":"day-trip-a-coruna-and-betanzos","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pilgrim.es\/en\/activities\/day-trip-a-coruna-and-betanzos\/","title":{"rendered":"Day trip to A Coru\u00f1a and Betanzos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Day trip to A Coru\u00f1a and Betanzos<\/h1>\n\n \n
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  • \n <\/i>\n From Santiago<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
  • \n <\/i>\n Approx. 9h<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
  • \n <\/i>\n Guided tour<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
  • \n <\/i>\n Mobile ticket<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
  • \n <\/i>\n Bus transportation<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
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    \n After an approximately 60-minute journey, we will arrive in the city of A Coru\u00f1a. Our visit\n will begin at the Tower of Hercules, the world’s oldest Roman lighthouse still in operation,\n along with its surrounding area. Those who wish may climb to its viewpoint and enjoy the\n spectacular views over the Atlantic Ocean.\n <\/p>\n

    \n We will then start our walking tour of A Coru\u00f1a, exploring the monuments and streets\n surrounding the central Mar\u00eda Pita Square, including St. George\u2019s Church, Santiago Church,\n the San Carlos Garden and Viewpoint, and Riazor Beach, among other highlights.\n <\/p>\n

    \n After approximately one and a half hours of free time for lunch, we will continue to\n Betanzos. This historic town in the province of A Coru\u00f1a is also known as the \u201cBetanzos of\n the Knights\u201d, as it was one of the seven provincial capitals of the former Kingdom of\n Galicia. Its old town has been declared a Historic-Artistic Site.\n <\/p>\n

    \n Considered the capital of Galician Gothic architecture, Betanzos boasts one of the\n best-preserved historic centers in Galicia. Among its most notable monuments are the Gothic\n Church of Santa Mar\u00eda do Azogue, Santiago Church, and San Francisco Church, among others. In\n addition to its architectural heritage, you will also have the opportunity to taste a\n portion of the famous Betanzos-style Spanish omelette, often referred to as \u201cthe best\n omelette in Spain.\u201d Finally, we will return to Santiago de Compostela, bringing to an end a\n wonderful day exploring two of Galicia\u2019s most beautiful cities.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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    Tour details<\/p>\n

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    • \n <\/i>\n Meeting point: Av. Xo\u00e1n Carlos I, 6 (in front of Capilla del Pilar)<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
    • \n <\/i>\n Start: at 9:30<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
    • \n <\/i>\n Return: at 18:30<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
    • \n <\/i>\n Transport: By private bus<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
    • \n <\/i>\n Ticket: mobile<\/span>\n <\/li>\n
    • \n <\/i>\n Guide: in Spanish and English<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n
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      Location<\/p>\n

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