The Rías Baixas are home to some of Galicia's most sought-after landscapes: fishing villages, estuaries, beaches, vineyards, Albariño wineries and perfect places for a short break from Santiago de Compostela.
Why visit the Rías Baixas
The Rías Baixas are ideal if you want to combine the sea, food, charming villages and coastal scenery. The area is closely associated with Albariño wine, walks along the estuary and towns such as Cambados, Combarro and O Grove, as well as the island of A Toxa.
The Rías Baixas are ideal for a full-day trip from Santiago. Swap the monumental atmosphere of the Galician capital for coastal scenery that's more maritime, sunlit and focused on food.
What to see in the Rías Baixas
- Combarro: one of Galicia's most photographed fishing villages.
- Cambados: the symbolic capital of Albariño and a great place to visit wineries.
- A Toxa Island: known for its spa, chapel and estuary setting.
- O Grove: an area closely associated with seafood and boat trips.
- Beaches and viewpoints: perfect for rounding off a coastal itinerary.
Rías Baixas with a winery tour or boat trip
One of the best ways to explore this area is to combine its fishing villages with an experience related to Albariño wine or a boat trip along the estuary. This way, the excursion is about more than just the scenery: it also offers a taste of the local food and culture.
Read the guide to the Rías Baixas winery day trip from Santiago
