Vigo

Travel Guide

Vigo
Vigo
Vigo
Vigo
Photo by Phyllis Robb

With its picturesque ports and markets, pretty beaches and historic landmarks, this city in northwest Spain is sure to please.

Vigo is located in Galicia, along the Atlantic Ocean. Visit this major Spanish fishing port and taste some of the country’s best and freshest seafood. Discover its impressive historic landmarks, interesting museums and lovely coastline.

The ancient Romans who once inhabited Vigo called it Vicus. See the archaeological remains of the famous Villa Romana de Toralla. This Roman villa was discovered on a farm in the town of Corujo in the 1920s. It is fully excavated and open to visitors.

Wander in the picturesque Porta do Sol, the Casco Vello (historic center) of Vigo. This charming old part of the town has narrow streets and traditional buildings. Enjoy coffee in one of the many outdoor cafés at the beautiful Plaza de la Constitución, the largest of the four squares in the area. Head east from Casco Vello to find another square, the Plaza Princesa and its beautiful fountain. Shop along one of the city’s busiest streets, Rúa do Príncipe.

While you are downtown stop at the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Vigo to see lovely pieces of contemporary art and visit Monte del Castro, one of the city’s biggest parks. Take photos of the stunning cathedral Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo, also known as Colegiata de Santa María. To the north of the church, find the Rúa de Pescadería (Fish Street) in the historic neighborhood of La Piedra. Along this typical street, you’ll meet Vigo’s famous ostreiras (women selling fresh oysters). Taste more fresh seafood at O Berbés, a seaside neighborhood located southwest of the Casco Vello with many seafront restaurants.

After a morning of sightseeing and shopping, head southwest of Vigo’s city center to find many beaches to relax and swim. Enjoy Praia de Samíl, one of the area’s most popular beaches. It has picnic zones, cafés, a public swimming pool and public restrooms. Dive in or splash around and then explore the area with a walk along the picturesque seaside path Avenida Samíl.

Where to stay in Vigo

Vigo showing a coastal town and a lake or waterhole

Santiago de Vigo

If you're spending some time in Santiago de Vigo, Centro Principe and Centro Cultural Caixanova are top sights worth seeing.

Santiago de Vigo
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Casco Vello

You'll enjoy the bars and monuments in Casco Vello. You might want to make time for a stop at A Pedra Market or Estuary Marine Station.

Casco Vello
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Coia

4/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Coia. You might want to make time for a stop at Hotel Carlos I Silgar Spa or Balaidos Stadium.

Coia

Alcabre

Unique features of Alcabre include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Praia do Tombo do Gato or Samil Beach while you're exploring the area.

Alcabre

Teis

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Teis. You might want to make time for a stop at Vigo Zoo or Playa de ríos.

Teis
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María Auxiliadora

While visiting María Auxiliadora, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Principe and Centro Cultural Caixanova.

María Auxiliadora
Occidental Vigo
Occidental Vigo
4 out of 5
Via Norte 10, Vigo, Pontevedra
The price is €108 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€108
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vigo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Great location. Good views and comfortable room with all that you need."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Occidental Vigo
Eurostars Mar de Vigo
Eurostars Mar de Vigo
4 out of 5
Avd. Beiramar, 57-59, Vigo
The price is €92 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€92
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vigo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Samil Beach and Castro ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews)
"Large hotel by the convention center, not a good location, dirty area and kind of sketchy. About 20 minutes from old town walking, parking is paid. Saw people having drugs by the entrance of the lobby. Vigo's old town is in bad shape, many buildings are deteriorated."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Eurostars Mar de Vigo
NH Collection Vigo
NH Collection Vigo
4 out of 5
Rua de Garcia Barbon, 17-19, Vigo, Pontevedra
The price is €121 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€121
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vigo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (606 reviews)
"Todo el equipo muy profesional pero especialmente Paula"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

NH Collection Vigo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Suitel García Barbón 73 - Love your Stay
Suitel García Barbón 73 - Love your Stay
2.5 out of 5
Rúa de García Barbón 73, Vigo, Pontevedra
Stay at this aparthotel in Vigo. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Samil Beach and Centro Principe are located ...
beautiful, spacious apartment at a good location
"There is no front desk but communication was very well. Very responsive replies on whatsapp and on the hotline. Was a very big and spacious apartment, beautiful and comfortable, fairly clean and close to the Guixar station. If i must pick on something, it would have to be the smell when i first entered ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sep 2022

Suitel García Barbón 73 - Love your Stay
Cies Suitel Lopez de Neira 28
Cies Suitel Lopez de Neira 28
3 out of 5
Rúa López de Neira 28, Vigo, Pontevedra
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Vigo. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Samil Beach and Príncipe Street are located ...
"El apartamento está muy bien ubicado, la cocina es amplia y está equipada con todo lo necesario si deseas cocinar durante tu estancia. Encontramos todo limpio, aunque se olvidaron de barrer o aspirar el suelo. Y si no pongo 5 estrellas es porque hubiera deseado que fuera un poco más acogedor y no ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sep 2024

Cies Suitel Lopez de Neira 28
Vigo Bay Apartments by Olala Homes
Vigo Bay Apartments by Olala Homes
2 out of 5
Rúa de García Barbón 42, Vigo, Pontevedra
Stay at this apartment in Vigo. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Samil Beach and Centro Principe are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
Excellent apartment
"Fantastic place, had all amenities like kettle, coffee machine, hob, tiaster, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and micro. Nice little balcony and lift to the 7th floor. Nice toich of coffee, water and beer on arrival. Great location with plenty bars and supermarkets nearby. Only a 5-10 min walk to the ..."

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Vigo Bay Apartments by Olala Homes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Vigo

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
2
5 - Excellent 20%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 10%
1 - Terrible
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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Nice location with lovely sea views if you walk to the top of the hill with the castle. However, Vigo is somewhat run down due to economic stagnation so I would not recommend more than a few days or stop somewhere more pretty like Santiago.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Not commercialised very Spanish resort and beautiful and clean.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good city tour bus but problem only one so not really a hop on and off option. Good appreciation of city and its workings

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very convenient to go by ferry over to Cangas.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

easy trip by train to Santiago