Café Casino, Historical café in Old Town, Santiago de Compostela, Spain.
The interior features high ceilings adorned with ornamental lamps, complemented by wooden furnishings, classic chairs, and comfortable sofas throughout the establishment.
Established in 1873 as the city casino, the building transformed into a public café when membership numbers decreased during the following century.
Students from the University of Santiago organized dances at this location during the 19th century, as mentioned in Lugín Perez's book The House of Troy.
Located at Rua do Vilar 35, the café operates from 10:00 to 18:00 on Monday and Wednesday through Thursday, 11:00 to 21:00 on Friday and Saturday.
The café maintains a separate section called the room of punishment, specifically designated for customers who prefer to smoke during their visit.
Location: Santiago de Compostela
Address: Rúa do Vilar, 35, 15705 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain 15700 Santiago de Compostela
Opening Hours: Monday 10:00-18:00; Wednesday-Thursday 10:00-18:00; Friday-Saturday 11:00-21:00; Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +34981577503
Website: http://cafecasino.gal
GPS coordinates: 42.87860,-8.54452
Latest update: March 6, 2025 08:30
Discover a selection of points of interest in Santiago de Compostela, bringing together religious, historical and cultural sites. This city in northwestern Spain offers much more than the endpoint of the famous pilgrimage route that bears its name: a 12th-century Romanesque cathedral, a medieval center with cobbled streets, a traditional market from 1873, Baroque monasteries and 19th-century parks make up its architectural and urban heritage. The Cathedral of Santiago dominates the old town with its Romanesque structure and Baroque Obradoiro façade. The medieval quarter extends around the Plaza del Obradoiro with buildings from different periods, including the 16th-century Hostal de los Reyes Católicos. The Mercado de Abastos has offered regional Galician products since 1873. The Monastery of San Martiño Pinario displays 17th-century Baroque architecture, while the Parque de la Alameda from the 19th century provides walking paths and viewpoints over the old town. The Collegiate Church of Santa María del Sar preserves Romanesque elements from the 12th century. These locations document the city's development from the Middle Ages to modern times.
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