Santiago de Compostela · Old town and market
Monastery of San Martiño Pinario
A large monastery behind the cathedral. Its church and the Diocesan Museum are open to visitors.
- 1 h 30
- €5
- Booking: not needed
- Old town and market
Data checked on November 2, 2026
The monastery is one of the largest buildings in the old town, and the church and the Diocesan Museum are the parts you can visit. The visit is calm after the crowds at the cathedral. It is a good stop for a rainy afternoon, since it is indoors.
What to look for
- The monastery church
- The Diocesan Museum
- The square in front of the monastery
- The scale of the building seen from the street
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm | |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm | |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm | |
| Friday | 10:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm | |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–7:00 pm | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 19:00. No hours are listed for Sunday and Monday.
Source: Santiago Turismo (Concello de Santiago), checked November 2, 2026
Tickets and booking
Adult ticket €5. General admission is 5 euros. Entry is free with a museum ticket or a cathedral visit ticket.
Getting there
Tip
Go in the morning or just after the break at 16:00, when the church is quiet.
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