What to see in Vigo, Spain: 7 unmissable ideas for your trip

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What to see in Vigo: ideas for making the most of your visit.

Vigo is a city located on the Rias Baixas inlets in southern Galicia, some 25 miles from the border with Portugal. Full of amazing places, landscapes, sounds, tastes, stories and smells, one of Spain’s loveliest cities awaits you.

If you haven’t been there yet – or even if you’re thinking of returning – why not take a look at our ideas for an enjoyable time in Vigo?

Vigo’s friendly people, its vibrancy and its magical atmosphere means we know you’ll enjoy your stay there. So get your camera and suitcase ready, because you’ll be coming back with photos, souvenirs and plenty of great memories.

What to see in Vigo: 7 great ideas

Here are some activities you can try. But remember, this is just a taste of what to see in Vigo. So get ready to discover this great place – we know you’re going to love it!

1. Mercado Da Pedra

One of Vigo’s must-see visits is its port and marina. And as everyone who comes to Vigo visits the port, the next place to head to on foot is the old stone market or Mercado Da Pedra nearby.

Why? Because this is where you can taste the very best locally caught delicacies, right on the street. How about trying the oysters sold by local women, as they offer their wares to passers-by? One of the things Galicia is famous for is its excellent food, and this is the ideal way to try it!

2. The old town

There’s no better way to discover a city than by walking along its long avenues and down its history-packed side streets. Vigo’s old town has plenty of stories and things to do. That’s why we think it’s an essential visit in all senses.

We’re sure you’ll love the area’s architecture. From Praza la Princesa to the small fishing village of O Berbés, every building has a story to tell.

But you’ll only get a real taste for the city when you try its food. A foodie walking tour of Vigo in small groups, getting to know the city’s history, food and wine is the best option in this regard, as a walkabout with experts will let you make the most of the old town.

3. MARCO Vigo

If you’re an art lover trying to decide what to see in Vigo, MARCO is the museum for you. This contemporary art museum has top quality exhibitions and provides visitors with access to a range of different kinds of activities.

But it’s not just what’s inside that’s important. The building itself also plays a key role in the city’s history, making it an essential stop on your list of what to see in Vigo. Previously a prison, the MARCO building is striking because it was designed in a such a way that all the cells could be seen from the guard’s post.

Known as a panopticon, this design format was introduced by philosopher Jeremy Bentham in the 18th century to help prison guards with their work. As you stand in this open space, contemplating the building’s history, the location will provide you with a unique memory to take home with you.

4. Monte O Castro and archaeological site

The history lesson continues as you wander around Vigo. A walk up Monte O Castro will bring you to an archaeological site that goes back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries, when people settled in these hill forts and founded what would become the city of Vigo.

The site shows the buildings that would have stood there during that time, along with ruins from the original constructions. So if you’re asked about what to see in Vigo, there’s no better answer than the city’s very beginnings.

If you follow the path around Monte O Castro, you can also enjoy beautiful gardens and a spectacular vantage point. From there, visitors will see the breathtaking sight of the estuary – Vigo’s natural treasure – without having to leave the city.

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