Cathedral roofs and Carraca Tower

The tour climbs onto the roofs of the cathedral and then to the Carraca Tower. There are 140 steps, and the tower is about 72 metres high. Wheelchair users cannot reach the roofs. Bags, backpacks, umbrellas and pilgrim's sticks are not allowed, and animals are not allowed except guide dogs.

What to look for

• The stone roofs of the cathedral
• The Carraca Tower
• Views of the old town from above
• The 140 steps up and down

Opening hours

Every day 10:00 to 20:00, and the ticket office and access close 30 minutes earlier. Closed on 1 January, 6 January, 25 July and 25 December. On 24 and 31 December the last access is at 14:00.

Source: Catedral de Santiago de Compostela, visitas, checked November 2, 2026

Tickets and booking

Adult ticket €15. The ticket costs 15 euros, with a reduced rate of 12 euros. Visits in English cost a flat 15 euros.

Book a time online. The tour runs at the time printed on the ticket and you should arrive at least 15 minutes early at the Gelmírez Palace reception on the Obradoiro. Tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged. Tours are generally in Spanish, so contact the visitor service for other languages.

Getting there

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Tip

Pick a clear morning if you can, and leave umbrellas and backpacks at the hotel, because neither is allowed on the roofs.