Praza da Quintana, Santiago de Compostela

#45 among attractions in Santiago de Compostela

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Praza da Quintana (address: Praza da Quintana) is a place located in Santiago de Compostela (Galicia autonomous community) and belongs to the category of square.

It is situated at an altitude of 879 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 42°52'49"N latitude and 8°32'38"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Praza da Quintana is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Praza de Galicia nº 3 (bus, 8 min walk), Santiago de Compostela (train, 18 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Camino de Santiago (hiking, 1 min walk), Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares (baroque architecture, 1 min walk), Sacred Art Museum (museum, 1 min walk).

Coordinates: 42°52'49"N, 8°32'38"W

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Praza da Quintana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Pazo de Raxoi, Monasterio de San Martin Pinario.

~80 ftNW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Outdoor activities
Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela
1 min walk • The Camino de Santiago, also known as the Way of St. James, is a historic pilgrimage route that culminates in the city of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. This network of ancient paths has been trodden by millions of pilgrims over centuries, all converging towards the...
~230 ftW
Landmark 11th-century cathedral
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Santiago de Compostela
2 min walk • The Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is not only the heart of Santiago, Spain but also one of the most magnificent architectural marvels in the country. This awe-inspiring cathedral is the reputed burial place of Saint James the Great, one of the apostles of Jesus...
~450 ftNW
18th-century, French neoclassical palace
Pazo de Raxoi, Santiago de Compostela
3 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Santiago de Compostela, the Pazo de Raxoi stands as a grand testimony to the city's architectural splendor. This elegant palace, situated in the famed Obradoiro Square, faces the renowned Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, making it an...
~690 ftN
Baroque architecture, Monastery, Architecture
Monasterio de San Martin Pinario, Santiago de Compostela
4 min walk • The monastery of San Martiño Pinario was a Benedictine monastery in the city of Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. It is the second largest monastery in Spain after San Lorenzo de El Escorial.
~1580 ftNE
Monastery, Park, Gothic architecture
Convent of San Domingos de Bonaval, Santiago de Compostela
8 min walk • The Convent of St Dominic is a former Dominican monastery in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. The complex includes architecture in various styles including work by the Galician Baroque architect Domingo de Andrade.
0.7 miSE
Church, Romanesque architecture
Colexiata de Sar, Santiago de Compostela
17 min walk • The Church of Santa María a Real do Sar is a church located in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1895.The church lies on the banks of the Sar river, which flows past Santiago.
~710 ftNE
Church
Capela de Ánimas, Santiago de Compostela
4 min walk • Capela de Ánimas is a church in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. It was completed in 1788.
~170 ftE
Baroque architecture, Monastery, Church
Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares, Santiago de Compostela
1 min walk • The Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares is a monastery in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. It was founded in the 11th century by Alfonso II of Asturias and conceived as a Benedictine monastery originally integrated by twelve monks.
~350 ftSW
Romanesque architecture
Portico of Glory, Santiago de Compostela
2 min walk • The Portico of Glory of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is a Romanesque portico and the cathedral's main gate created by Master Mateo and his workshop, on the orders of King Ferdinand II of León. The king donated to Mateo one hundred maravedís annually between 1168 and 1188.
~500 ftW
Universities and schools
Colexio de San Xerome, Santiago de Compostela
3 min walk • Colexio de San Xerome is a college in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. Founded in 1501, it is located on the Praza do Obradoiro.
~280 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Historical place, Architecture
Casa do Cabido, Santiago de Compostela
2 min walk • Casa do Cabido is a historic house in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain, facing the Praza de Praterías. It was designed for urban beautification in order to decorate and match the surroundings and completed in 1758 in the baroque style.

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Which popular attractions are close to Praza da Quintana?

Nearby attractions include Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk), Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk), Sacred Art Museum, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk), Museo das Peregrinacións de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk).

How to get to Praza da Quintana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Praza da Quintana:

Bus

Praza de Galicia nº 3 • Lines: 5, 7 (8 min walk)
Praza de Galicia • Lines: 5 (8 min walk)

Train

Santiago de Compostela (18 min walk)