The city of ACornua has a large working port that handles large cargo ships. There is also a very active fishing fleet and a sailing club. Boat trips can be taken from the leisure marina.

 

The tourist office is located at Darsena de la Marina (Tel 981 221 822) and should be your first stop for information about the city. You will find the staff there very helpful and speaking a little English.

 

The old town is the place to be to see several historic churches and mansions.

 

Acoruña is a popular holiday resort and there are 2km of white, sandy beaches here to be enjoyed. In July and August it can become very crowded. Riazor Beach, right in the town is a wide beach but the best has to be Santa Cristina, about 5km out of town. You can take a bus but if you fancy something different, take the steamer that runs round the bay.

 

You can book discounted hotels in Acoruna here

 

Sample the local culture and ambience at one of the markets where you will see a wide selection of the local produce as well as the variety of seafood caught on local shores. There are ample bars and restaurants here to please everyone and plenty of opportunities to soak in the sun while you enjoy a glass of wine and a tapa. Many of the places you may find for an evening drink could easily be mistaken for a tavern from the Civil War era, with decor to match.

 

The castle stands at the entrance to the port. The Castillo de San Anton houses the archaeological museum. The castle is closed on Mondays.