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10 things to do in La Coruna Galicia Spain
Situated in the beautiful province of Galicia, La Coruña offers visitors a wide range of things to see and do. Below we list ten top things to do in La Coruña.
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1. Tower of Hercules La Coruña Spain
Visit the Tower of Hercules in La Coruña Spain, which was built by the Romans and is the world´s oldest functioning lighthouse.
2. Visit the Aquarium Finisterrae La Coruña Galcia
The Aquarium Finisterrae in La Coruña is an interactive centre of marine biology and oceanography. The centre teaches people about the ocean and about marine life. A great family day out.
3. Palacio de la Opera de La Coruña
The Palacio de la Opera in La Coruña hosts operas and concerts by world famous famous performers. Theatre productions and special events are also held at the Palacio de la Opera de La Coruña and it is well worth checking out if you are in town. Drive around La Coruña to make the most of this exciting city. Car hire from Santiago de Compostela Airport is cheap and reliable.
4. Domus La Coruña Galicia
Domus Museum in La Coruña is an interactive museum dedicated to human life. Built by Japanese architect, Arata Isozaki, the museum has over 200 interactive modules and provides a perfect day out for the whole family.
5. The Old Town of La Coruña
Visit the old town of La Coruña to transport yourself back in time. Narrow streets and statues depicting the fishermen of a bygone age are prominent in this part of La Coruña and you will find plenty of street cafés and tapas bars to keep you refreshed.
6. Take a trip to the Galician Low Estuaries
If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, hire a car in La Coruña and visit the low estuaries in Galicia, including Carril, Cambados, O´Grove, Lanzada, Comberro and Pontevedra. The Galician low estuaries boast some of Spain´s most breathtaking countryside and it is the perfect place to explore by car.
7. Visit Santiago de la Compostela La Coruña
Take a leisurely drive to Santiago de la Compostela and stop on the way in Cambre to visit the church of Santa Maria. Drive to Santiago de Compostela by motorway and you will get the pilgrim´s view of the towers of St. James Cathedral as you approach the city. Santiago de la Compostela is a religious and cultural centre since the tomb of the Apostle St. James was found here in the 9th Century.
8. Cape Finisterre La Coruña
Visit Finisterre, which was named by the Romans and translates at the End of the World, because of its location at the very west end of the Iberian Peninsula. Stop at Cape Finisterre to enjoy the spectacular views from the lighthouse over the Atlantic Ocean.
9. Visit the World Heritage Site of Lugo La Coruña
Lugo is a medieval town which was the capital of Roman Galicia. Take your time to look around and enjoy a walking tour along the historic old city and its Roman wall. Now a world heritage site, Lugo also offers visitors the chance to visit the impressive Romanesque Cathedral and the Provincial Museum of Lugo, where you can see artefacts from Roman and Medieval Spain.
10. The Coast of Death La Coruña Spain
The Death Coast stretches between the villages of Fisterra and Malpica, and the area got its name after several shipwrecks along its treacherous coastline. The area of Costa de Morte is exposed directly to the Atlantic Ocean and has also been hit by several oil spills in the past ten years.
If you want to make the most of your trip to La Coruña, rent a car at Santiago de Compostela Airport with carhire4airports. We will find you cheap car hire in Galicia at the click of a button, saving you time and money.
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