Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Santiago de Compostela travel guide

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With a population of 95’092, Santiago de Compostela is a must-see destination in Galicia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Santiago de Compostela deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Santiago de Compostela

If you’re looking for affordable options, El Rincón de Yobeida- Santiago de compostela (Rúa das Galeras, 30, B Izquierda) and Pumar (Rúa das Galeras, 28) are great picks.

When to visit Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela in February
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in February
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Santiago de Compostela in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 11.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Santiago de Compostela, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Santiago de Compostela

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 12h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 225 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Hertz and National, among others, in Oviedo.

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 12h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 225 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Hertz and National, among others, in Oviedo.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,223 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,194 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,055 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,530 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,124 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,515 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,481 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,326 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,549 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,989 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,470 reviews)
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Where to stay in Santiago de Compostela

From 5-star hotels such as the Parador de Santiago de Compostela to great affordable options like the Pazo Xan Xordo, Santiago de Compostela offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $167 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include A Tafona do Peregrino and Moure Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from $36 to $233 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Santiago de Compostela are about 77% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Santiago de Compostela by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Santiago de Compostela

Most booked hotels in Santiago de Compostela

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Hotel Amiuka
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 516 reviews)
$148+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 4380 reviews)
$126+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3356 reviews)
$88+
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Pension 23-Vinte E Tres
1 star
Excellent (8.6, 1840 reviews)
$58+
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Exe Area Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2916 reviews)
$75+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.2, 3001 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $7.38 per gallon in Santiago de Compostela (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $88.58 and $118.10. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Intermediate (Skoda Kodiaq or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $7.38 per gallon in Santiago de Compostela (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $88.58 and $118.10. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Intermediate (Skoda Kodiaq or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Santiago de Compostela

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