Spain Santiago de Compostela Galicia Historical Landmark

Casa do Cabido. Sala de Exposicións

About

Casa do Cabido is one of the most striking architectural features of Santiago de Compostela’s Praza de Praterías, designed in the eighteenth century to harmonise the square and enhance its visual symmetry. Although modest in size, the building stands out for its elegant Baroque façade, richly decorated with pilasters, sculptural details and perfectly balanced proportions. Originally built as the meeting place for the cathedral chapter, it now serves as an exhibition hall that hosts temporary cultural and artistic displays throughout the year. Inside, the space is intimate yet refined, offering a quiet setting where visitors can explore photography, painting, historical collections and thematic exhibitions linked to the city’s heritage. Casa do Cabido remains an essential stop for those interested in Santiago’s architectural beauty and cultural life, providing a bridge between the city’s Baroque past and its ongoing artistic activity.

Santiago de Compostela Spain

Location

The Casa do Cabido. Sala de Exposicións is located on Praza das Praterías (Plaza de las Platerías), in the heart of Santiago de Compostela’s historic old town, right opposite the main staircase and western façade of the Catedral de Santiago de Compostela, on the south side of the cathedral complex. It stands in the UNESCO World Heritage centre, just steps from the Praza do Obradoiro and the main entrance to the cathedral, facing the iconic horse fountain (Fuente de los Caballos) in the bustling Praza das Praterías, surrounded by the main pilgrimage and tourist routes. Nearby are the cathedral itself, the Hostal dos Reis Católicos (Parador), the Pazo de Raxoi city hall, the Praza da Quintana, the Praza da Inmaculada, and the Colexio de Fonseca (university rectorate), all within the compact historic core. The church is surrounded by the city’s main shopping and dining streets, including Rúa Nova, Rúa do Franco, and Praza de Cervantes, with the Mercado de Abastos food market and countless cafés, restaurants, and hotels also within a short walk through the atmospheric old town.