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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You're Going to Love Santiago de Compostela

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 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 45m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Santiago de Compostela, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid takes 3h 02m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about $52 for a 6h 06m trip. The train station in Santiago de Compostela is called Santiago de Compostela, and is located 0.7 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 140 miles from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of CLICK RENT and Budget, among others, in Oviedo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and Bus. From Vigo, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 75 miles and will cost you around $19. From Porto, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 200 miles. The most popular bus station is Santiago de Compostela Bus Station, located 0.8 miles from downtown Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela Rúa da Senra is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h 45m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Santiago de Compostela, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid takes 3h 02m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about $52 for a 6h 06m trip. The train station in Santiago de Compostela is called Santiago de Compostela, and is located 0.7 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 140 miles from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of CLICK RENT and Budget, among others, in Oviedo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and Bus. From Vigo, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 75 miles and will cost you around $19. From Porto, the ticket costs about $55 for a journey of 200 miles. The most popular bus station is Santiago de Compostela Bus Station, located 0.8 miles from downtown Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela Rúa da Senra is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,528 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,046 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,787 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,014 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,018 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,489 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,303 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,578 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (640 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,083 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,192 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,476 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,877 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,620 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 $72 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $128 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel A Tafona do Peregrino and Moure Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from $21 to $217 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 76% 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

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B&b Hotel Santiago Milladoiro
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 946 reviews)
$48+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4013 reviews)
$85+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2776 reviews)
$59+
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Albergue Camiño Real
1 star
Excellent (8.7, 1368 reviews)
$75+
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Pension 23-Vinte E Tres
1 star
Excellent (8.6, 1561 reviews)
$58+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.4, 2322 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $20 per day, on average, or $39 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 7% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $6.36 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 $76.31 and $101.75. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Santiago de Compostela, while also 89% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $20 per day, on average, or $39 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 7% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $6.36 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 $76.31 and $101.75. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Santiago de Compostela, while also 89% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Santiago de Compostela

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