Vista Alegre Travel Guide
Santiago de Compostela

Popular places to visit

University of Santiago de Compostela
Explore the campus of University of Santiago de Compostela during your travels in Santiago de Compostela. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Convento de San Francisco de Santiago
Learn about the local history of Santiago de Compostela when you take a trip to Convento de San Francisco de Santiago. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
After visiting Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santiago de Compostela. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Obradoiro Square
You can find out about the history of Santiago de Compostela with a trip to Obradoiro Square. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Mercado de Abastos de Santiago
During your trip to Santiago de Compostela, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado de Abastos de Santiago. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Santiago de Compostela Tourism Office
Santiago de Compostela Tourism Office is just one of the places to see in Santiago de Compostela, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Vista Alegre

NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
Excellent hotel, my number 1 choice in Santiago de Compostela
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Pensión Residencia Tambre
Stayed here for 3 nights. Friendliest staff ever. Handy to check in and sort out. Thank you very much and I recommend to anyone travelling solo
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Parador de Santiago de Compostela
The wood floor in the room was absolutely filthy.Walked across the floor in bare feet,and by the time I got from the shower to the bed the soles of my feet were black with dirt. They obviously vacuum, but they definitely don’t mop the floor. Furniture is really worn out with all three chairs being ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Hotel Praza Quintana
Maravilloso!!!!! Las vistas por las ventanas del techo del cuarto 403 a la catedral es impresionante!!!!! Las recepcionista una Argentina y una joven que estaba comenzando a trabajar, muy pero muy amables. 1000 lo recomiendo a 2 minutos de la catedral del lado de la puerta de entrada.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Hotel Santiago Plaza Affiliated by Meliá

Hotel Scala
Spacious room and friendly staff. Cafeteria food was good.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vista Alegre

Barrio de San Pedro
Though Barrio de San Pedro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercado de Abastos de Santiago and Plaza de la Quintana.

Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre
Santiago de Compostela Historic Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and you can see some sights area like Plaza de la Quintana and Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Museum.

Santiago de Compostela City Centre
Santiago de Compostela City Centre is known for its stunning cathedral, and with sights like Galicia Plaza and Franco Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santiago de Compostela.

El Ensanche Zona Nuova
Unique features of El Ensanche Zona Nuova include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Galicia Plaza or Plaza Roja while you're exploring the area.

San Lazaro
San Lazaro is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Congress and Exposition Center of Galicia and San Lazaro Stadium.
