Have you ever heard the exciting story of the English Cable?
In 1873, the Eastern Telegraph Company, the world’s biggest telegraph operator, set up its head office at nº 20 Calle Real, in the very heart of the city’s old quarter.
The security that the city’s port and Ria provided for the cable support frame was one of the main factors that enabled Europe, through Vigo, to find out about news and events of great...
The comfort and convenience of a taxi is a good option for discovering Vigo and it is particularly recommendable for families with small children and those who have difficulties or simply don't feel like walking. The prices offered by Radio Taxi are for one taxi, which holds up to four people. If necessary, there are taxis for the disabled. Simply book your taxi one hour in advance.
Choose your preferred route and enjoy a personalised trip at your own speed.
VANTAGE POINTS OF VIGO
(40 km, four 15-minute stops)
This tour...
Winter has arrived in Galicia and along with it, its green mountains merge with the sea, waves break against the cliffs and fresh clean air abounds.
It is an ideal time to spend quality time with friends and family; and take a break from the cold temperatures outside in one of the many bars and cafeterias. If there is one thing we know about in Galicia it is how to celebrate around the table. Come to Vigo and enjoy one of its many gastronomy...
Our story began with the coming-and-going of the waves in the Estuary of Vigo, which inspired our mediaeval troubadour, Martín Códax, to compose his beautiful songs. But it was Fate who chose that, in 1914, seven centuries after the songs were composed, a bookseller called Pedro Vindel was to find his poems on a scroll used to cover a copy of Cicero’s De Officiis.
Vigo has become a muse for writers all over the world. From Jules Verne to the latest bestsellers by Domingo Villar, including Otero Pedrayo...
