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Opening hours at Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

Today

Open 07:00–21:00

Last Admission

20:30

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

Jan 1 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Jan 1 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS

Last Admission

Monday07:00–21:0020:30
Tuesday07:00–21:0020:30
Wednesday07:00–21:0020:30
Thursday07:00–21:0020:30
Friday (Today)07:00–21:0020:30
Saturday07:00–21:0020:30
Sunday07:00–21:0020:30
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  • Last entry to the Cathedral Museum and Pórtico de la Gloria is at 7pm.
  • The museum is closed on December 25, January 1, and January 6.
  • Access can be restricted during special episcopal liturgies.
  • Pórtico visitors should arrive 10 minutes before their assigned slot; late arrivals forfeit entry.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Mass times

Mass TypeDaysTimeLocation

Early morning Mass

Daily

7:30am

Main altar

Morning Mass

Daily

9:30am

Main altar

Pilgrim’s Mass

Daily

12pm

Main altar

Evening Mass

Daily

7:30pm

Main altar

English Mass

Daily (except Wednesday)

10:30am

Pilgrim’s Reception Office

How long should I spend at Santiago de Compostela Cathedral?

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral can be a quick independent visit or part of a longer guided experience. Choose based on how much of the Cathedral, Museum, Pórtico, and historic center you want to cover.

Museum + Pórtico + AudioGuide

About 1 hour

Explore the Pórtico of Glory and included Museum spaces independently with an audio guide. This is the most flexible option if you prefer setting your own pace.

Cathedral & Museum guided tour + Pórtico

About 1.5–2 hours

A focused guided experience covering the Cathedral and Museum, with the option to add Pórtico of Glory access. Choose this for a shorter, Cathedral-focused visit with expert commentary.

Historic center + Cathedral & Museum

About 4 hours

Combines a guided visit through Santiago's historic center with the Cathedral and Museum. Best if you want the city's history and the Cathedral covered in one structured experience.

Historic center + Cathedral, Museum & Pórtico

About 4.5 hours

The most comprehensive option, combining the historic center, Cathedral, Museum, and Pórtico of Glory in one extended guided experience.

Walking tours

About 1.5–1 hour 45 minutes

Choose a general Santiago Walking Tour for a city introduction, a Free Walking Tour for an old-town route covering major squares and markets, or the Templars & Goose Game tour for a themed walk focused on legends and symbols.

Frequently asked questions about Santiago de Compostela Cathedral opening times

Arrive at least 15 minutes before any timed Pórtico or guided experience. For a general Cathedral visit, you can enter during opening hours, subject to access restrictions during religious celebrations.