Traditional food in Vigo: seafood, little fried fish and lots of meat
Traditional food in Vigo is all about seafood but a lot of attention is also given to Galician beef, pork and all kinds of vegetables. And, of course, there are plenty of sweet treats.
Travelling to Vigo with friends: sea, beach and many fiestas
The largest city in Galicia is all the rage. Its beaches, fiestas and excellent atmosphere have made it an ideal place for a trip with friends both in the summer, when Vigo is in full splendour, or during the Christmas season, which for some years now has been at its most intense. Jot down the following recommendations when planning a trip to Vigo with friends.
Vigo’s co-cathedral: a Neo-classical and Baroque jewel
Built in the early 19th century by Melchor de Prado y Mariño, the Co-Cathedral of Santa María occupies the site of the original collegiate church that was destroyed by a gunpowder explosion in 1809.
What to see in Vigo: ten places to fall in love with the sea and the sky
Find out what you can see in Vigo, apart from the beaches and the port: a stately city with mansions, parks, museums and amazing views over the estuary.
Where to eat in Vigo, the land of seafood and the most authentic, Galician tradition
Vigo is brimming with places for all tastes as well as all budgets: from the most authentic taverns to cutting-edge restaurants, without forgetting its seafood temples.
Monte O Castro in Vigo, a magnificent viewpoint with a lot of history
Monte O Castro isn’t just a large park in the centre of Vigo. It’s also its best vantage point and a key place to help visitors understand the city’s origins.
Samil Beach: a balcony onto the Cíes Islands
Samil Beach is an idyllic white sand beach surrounded by an incredible promenade packed with terraces where you can sit and admire the sunset and Cíes Islands.
The old town of Vigo: a city to fall in love with
Vigo’s old town is home to stunning steep streets flanked by monumental and legendary buildings