I felt I was in a Lewis Caroll story when I came upon this…read morefabulous gallery . I was in Santiago da Compostela & walking the myriads of small, & lovely little streets, I came across this Gallery. It was closed so I rang the bell & as if by magic the door opened & a man let me in. The owner, was in, & she showed me around this private palace & surrealist gallery housing her father's (Eugenio Granell) work & that of his contemporaries. Santiago is renowned for the Cathedral at the end of the pilgrimage, but this gem is far more interesting than the Cathedral - at least as far as I'm concerned.It is a small & exquisite palace, which is also home to some fabulous paintings.

Since very few people were in the Museo do Pobo Galego, I assume that this museum could be…read moreconsidered a hidden gem in Santiago. I highly recommend checking out this museum if you have an interest in local culture and history of the region. Also, it might be a good spot to visit if you want to take a bit of a break from the pilgrims. ;) The building itself is absolutely amazing. I believe it used to be a Dominican Church/monastery (but don't quote me on that). Most of the displays focused on the local prehistoric and modern history of Galicia. For the most part, I thought the museum was well-organized. However, there were a couple of times when I was led back into gallery rooms that I previously visited. However, perhaps that was more on me not paying attention to where I was walking. With easy viewing, I think a regular visit will take about 45-1.5 hours depending on how long you view specific displays. Overall, I highly recommend taking a few moments to visit el Museo do Pobo Galego - especially on a rainy day.

This museum is a hidden gem. A sleeper attraction in Santiago, it is worth putting on your…read moreitinerary if you have any interest in local culture. The location is accessible from city centre as it is only a 10- or 15-minute walk. Appreciation of the museum begins with the building itself. It is a lovely 13th-century former Dominican Church that has been restored to excellent condition. The building is an interesting place to wander. The unique triple-ramp spiral staircase is the highlight among the building's architectural features. It is also worth taking a couple to minutes to admire the courtyard. There are displays that document the seafaring history of Galicia. The traditional occupational pursuits of the region are featured along with local handicrafts. Traditional regional clothing through different eras is also highlighted. In addition, exhibits for music, housing and architecture are prominent. There is a demonstration of local artwork and a feature on literature and printed media. Most of the descriptions for the exhibits are in the local Galician language but there are placards within the various areas that give decently detailed explanations in English. The visuals allow a good appreciation of the items even without the written accompaniments. If you have any interest in learning more about that which encompasses the cultural makeup of the Galego people, this will be a treat. In short, make sure to put it on your agenda. The €3 fee is well worth it.

As far as aquariums go, I give this one relatively high marks. A bit out of the way, it is located…read moreright on the water with awesome views of the sea. There is not a ton of animals, but the tanks they have are well executed and seem well taken care of. Exhibits like the Nautilus are pretty cool but also feel a bit random. Really reasonable admission. A place worth checking out if you have kids.

From the owner: Acuario y museo interactivo situado a la orilla del oceáno Atlántico, junto al histórico faro de la…read moreTorre de Hércules. - Mira el oceáno como el capitán Nemo - Enamórate de la costa gallega - Conoce a nuestras focas, tiburones y pulpos Toda la costa gallega en un museo: en la Casa de los Peces también viven los pescadores, los mercados, las canciones marineras... Incluso el espectacular entorno natural es una parte más del museo.