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Enjoy tapas & wines in Santiago de Compostela
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Mercado de Abastos de Santiago Farmers Market
Enjoy tapas & wines in Santiago de Compostela
Full-Day (Duration: 6hrs approx.)
Vigo
On Request Best Rate
- Discover locally sourced ingredients at the Food Market, a Slow Food paradise!
- Savor authentic Galician tapas and wines with our food and wine expert.
- Stroll through the historic Old Town of Santiago de Compostela.
- Explore Santiago de Compostela’s rich history through its gastronomy.
General Overview
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Introduction
Gourmet Food Tour: Shore Excursion from A Coruña or Vigo to Santiago de Compostela
Enjoy a delicious shore excursion from A Coruña or Vigo to Santiago de Compostela, on this gourmet food tour. Explore the historic old quarter and experience both traditional and innovative Galician cuisine made with the freshest local ingredients. Your Food & Wine Expert Guide will take you to the Santiago food market, where you'll discover fresh seafood, Galician empanadas, premium meats, honey, and famous cheeses like Tetilla, San Simón, and Cebreiro.
After the market visit, stroll through Santiago’s charming streets, stopping at the best tapas restaurants to taste a variety of local dishes and wines, and immersing yourself in the rich flavors of Galician gastronomy.
Mercado de Abastos: Santiago de Compostela’s Food Cathedral
Discover Santiago de Compostela’s Farmers Market, known as the Food Cathedral of the city. As the
The market, inaugurated in 1941 on the site of a previous
Wander the Medieval Streets of the Old Quarter
Walk along the beautiful medieval cobbled stone streets of Santiago de Compostela. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO on December 4, 1985, and is considered to be one of the most visited places in Spain. Within the historic old town of Santiago de Compostela, there are numerous restaurants are offering different gastronomic options. Inside the old town, you can also find interesting museums and different monuments that you can visit to learn about the history of the city. Not forgetting about the important squares surrounding the majestic Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
Indulge in the Best of Galician Gastronomy
The best way to immerse yourself in Galician gastronomy is by visiting its vibrant capital, Santiago de Compostela. Here,
During your gastronomic adventure, be sure to try some must-try dishes like Pulpo a Feira (Galician-style octopus), Galician Empanada pie,
Experience the Flavors of Galician Gastronomy at Santiago de Compostela’s Best Tapas Restaurants!
Day by day itinerary
A CORUNA OR VIGO - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA - A CORUNA OR VIGO
- 10:00 AM: Meet your guide in A Coruña or Vigo at the Cruise ship port, or at your hotel if you are staying in the city.
- Transfer by highway to Santiago de Compostela (NOTE: About a 1hr driving time)
- We begin our Gourmet Food Tour of Santiago de Compostela in Praza Cervantes.
- Walk to Mercado de Abastos de Santiago – the second most visited monument in the city after the Cathedral.
- Stroll through the market and discover fresh fish and seafood, meats, cheeses, empanada pies, locally grown veggies, liqueurs, and more. Our local expert guide will explain the variety of products you see.
- After the market visit, enjoy some cheeses right in the market.
- We’ll take you on a guided tour of some of Santiago’s finest tapas bars, with detailed tastings and explanations of each dish.
- 1st tapas stop: Located near the market, taste Galician white and red wines paired with innovative tapas.
- Explore the old town streets of Santiago de Compostela and head to your 2nd tapas stop for traditional tapas paired with Galician wines.
- From there, make your way to the 3rd and final tapas stop, where you’ll enjoy tapas made with fresh, locally sourced products.
- Transfer back by highway to Santiago de Compostela NOTE: If you would like to add more time and do a monumental tour visiting the cathedral, please advise for extra cost.)
- 04:00 PM approx.: Final farewell from our Food & Wine Expert Guide back at your cruise ship or hotel in A Coruña or Vigo.
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Included
- Transportation in a fully-equipped Minivan or Minibus with driver depending on the group size.
- English-speaking Food & Wine Expert Guide with years of experience in the local gastronomy to take you around to 3 selected bars/restaurants
- (L): Lunch, the tour price includes approx. 6-7 drinks (Galician wines selected by our expert) and 6-7 tapas plus various bites/tastings during the tour (NOTE: All locally sourced food & wines showing the traditional local flavours and some with an innovative twist.)
- Local taxes
Important Notes:
- There is no dress code, but we recommend comfortable walking shoes since we will be walking through the city street.
- Please advise if you have any restrictions regarding types of food due to allergies, diet, or religious reasions. This must be included in the comments when you make the booking of this tour.
- No age restrictions: Kids that are from 6 to 11 years old inclusively are allowed on the tour and rates are specified in the price options. You can select the number of children at the time of the book. If under 6 years old kids can still join but any expenses for food or beverages must be paid directly at the venue by the parents.
Excluded
- Any food and drinks not specified in what´s included.
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities/Tips to your guide and driver.
Pick up
- Pick up from Hotel in A Coruña or VigoCity Centre
- Pick up from Cruise Ship Port in A Coruña or Vigo
- Pick up from the Train station in A Coruña or Vigo
- Pick up from the Airport in A Coruña or Vigo
*NOTE: Other Pick up locations are available on request at an extra cost.
Drop off
- Drop off at Hotel in A Coruña or Vigo City Centre
- Drop off at Cruise Ship Port in A Coruña or Vigo
- Drop off at the Train station in A Coruña or Vigo
- Drop off at the Airport in A Coruña or Vigo
*NOTE: Other Drop off locations are available on request at an extra cost.
Cancellation policy
- Cancellations that are made in writing more than 72hrs before the start time will be refunded fully. Cancellations 72hrs or less are 100% non-refundable.
- In the case of bars/restaurants as described above are closed due to unforeseen circumstances we will change to a similar bar/restaurant. In the circumstance if we cannot get three food stops due to availability we will substitute with more food & drinks at two stops. It usually is 3 food locations, but we reserve the right to offer the same amount of food & drinks but at two restaurants/bars.
Lodging
Transport
- Mercedes Benz V Class Minivan or Sprinter Class Minibus
NOTE: Or similar type vehicles changing depending on the group size.
