The largest urban seawater spa in Europe
Termaria Casa del Agua is a building that contains, among other things, the largest urban seawater spa in Europe.
(photo from Termaria)
Located next to the Riazor Stadium, it channels the Atlantic water to its facilities.
Enjoy Termaria's special discounts for AESLA 2020*!
-25% any treatment and combination of Termaria
-50% Talaso tickets (12,25€/person)
-50% Club zone (16,75€/person)
*Terms and conditions: these discounts are only applicable to the AESLA 2020 conference attendees. To benefit, just send the registration receipt to info@termaria.es or show it at the reception of Termaria.
The highest building in Spain until 1929
The Banco Pastor (bank), located in the Cantón Pequeño, was the highest building in Spain until 1929, when a new one was built by Telefónica on the Gran Vía in Madrid.
The best aquarium in Europe
The Aquarium Finisterrae, the best in Europe according to Juan Antonio Romero, is next to the sea on the Paseo Marítimo, 34.
The oldest lighthouse in operation
Built by the Romans in the first century, the Tower of Hercules is the oldest lighthouse in the world that still works.
Moreover, it is a World Heritage Site since 2009.
The first homosexual marriage in Spain
In 1901 the first homosexual couple (Marcela Gracias and Elisa Sánchez) married in San Jorge's church, next to the Plaza de María Pita.
(photo from Turismo Coruña)
The longest urban promenade in Europe
The promenade dates from the 90s and is 13 kilometres long. It borders several neighbourhoods and seven beaches.
MEGA - Mundo Estrella Galicia
The first museum in Spain dedicated to beer.
(photo from MEGA - Mundo Estrella Galicia)
MEGA – Mundo Estrella Galicia organises guided tours and beer tastings.