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 January
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in January
Estimated hotel price
$87
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 13h 40m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Santiago de Compostela, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Vigo takes 0h 56m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $23 for a 3h 02m trip. The train station in Santiago de Compostela is called Santiago de Compostela, and is located 1.1 km 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 225 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Ok Mobility and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Oviedo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Porto, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 336 km and will cost you around $46. From Oviedo, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 555 km. The most popular bus station is Santiago de Compostela Bus Station, located 1.2 km from downtown Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela Rúa da Senra is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city center.

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 13h 40m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Santiago de Compostela, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Vigo takes 0h 56m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $23 for a 3h 02m trip. The train station in Santiago de Compostela is called Santiago de Compostela, and is located 1.1 km 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 225 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Ok Mobility and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Oviedo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. From Porto, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 336 km and will cost you around $46. From Oviedo, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 555 km. The most popular bus station is Santiago de Compostela Bus Station, located 1.2 km from downtown Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela Rúa da Senra is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city center.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,002 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,980 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,367 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,946 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,589 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,718 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,217 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,373 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,527 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,561 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (688 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,923 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 $102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $211 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 $43 to $401 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 66% 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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B&b Hotel Santiago Milladoiro
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1340 reviews)
$58+
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Parador de Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 4551 reviews)
$276+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 4236 reviews)
$140+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2900 reviews)
$112+
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Pension 23-Vinte E Tres
1 star
Excellent (8.7, 1700 reviews)
$54+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3308 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $26 per day, on average, or $52 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 68% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $6.85 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 $82.22 and $109.63. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Compact (Skoda Scala or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Seat Ibiza or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $26 per day, on average, or $52 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 68% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $6.85 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 $82.22 and $109.63. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Compact (Skoda Scala or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Seat Ibiza or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Santiago de Compostela

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Compact
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