Islas Cíes
Archipelago in the Atlantic Islands National Park, home to Rodas beach. Reached by boat from Vigo; access is limited in high season.
Vigo, Spain
Vigo: airports, things to do and where to stay
Vigo, Galicia's most populous city, overlooks the ría of the same name. It has a major fishing port, city beaches and is the gateway to the Cíes Islands.
Vigo airports
From the airport to central Vigo
Vigo airport is about 8 km from central Vigo.
Vitrasa línea A
Vitrasa city bus linking the airport with the city of Vigo.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. Rides from the airport to Vigo, Mos or Redondela have a fixed fare (€25.50).
Vigo
Things to do in Vigo
Monte do Castro
Park with the remains of a fortress and an Iron Age hillfort, and the best view over the ría and the city.
Casco Vello
The old quarter, with Praza da Constitución, stone lanes and the street of oyster sellers.
Playa de Samil
Vigo's most popular city beach, with a long seafront promenade and views of the ría.
Where to stay in Vigo
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Vigo?
Vigo is served by Vigo (VGO).
How far is the airport from central Vigo?
Vigo airport is about 8 km from central Vigo.
How do I get from the airport to central Vigo?
From Vigo airport you can take Vitrasa línea A (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Vigo?
Highlights of Vigo include Islas Cíes, Monte do Castro, Casco Vello, and Playa de Samil.
Photo credits
- Islas Cíes: juantiagues, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Monte do Castro: CarlosVdeHabsburgo, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Casco Vello: Alexleiro, CC BY-SA 3.0 es, Wikimedia Commons
- Playa de Samil: JMSE (Jsanchezes), Public domain, Wikimedia Commons