The largest city in Galicia, coastal Vigo boasts a fantastic choice of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. Centred on an enormous natural harbour, the city has a long trading history — and a well-deserved reputation for terrific seafood. Whether you’re dreaming of lazy beach days, Old Town ambles or cracking cuisine, our pick of the best places to stay in Vigo promise the perfect starting point for a trip to remember.
Begin your explorations with a stroll through the picturesque Old Town. Discover narrow streets lined with boutiques, galleries and family-run eateries galore. Pick a perch at a street side café in the Praza da Constitución and tuck in to Galician pork, Iberian ham, crunchy fresh salads and distinctive local cheeses over a bottle of Spanish wine. Keen history buffs can clamber up to the ancient Castelo do Castro. Originally built as a defence against the British Navy, the site now welcomes visitors to its lush gardens, studded with ponds and waterfalls and offering panoramic views of the city below.
Beyond the city centre lies the verdant Galician countryside, where rivers wind their way between green woods and rustic villages. Follow walking, horse riding and cycling trails, pausing at authentic restaurants to savour still more regional specialities. Outdoorsy types will also enjoy seeing the Cies Islands, just a short ferry ride from Vigo Harbour. Kick back on sandy Rodas beach, or enjoy the bleached white sands of Samil, back on the mainland. Return to the best places to stay in Vigo for sundowners overlooking the ocean, before you head out for the evening.