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 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 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 $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bilbao, expect to pay about $41 for a 9h 50m 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 CLICK RENT and Europcar, among others, in Oviedo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and rede expressos. From Porto, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 336 km and will cost you around $35. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 756 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 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 $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bilbao, expect to pay about $41 for a 9h 50m 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 CLICK RENT and Europcar, among others, in Oviedo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and rede expressos. From Porto, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 336 km and will cost you around $35. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 756 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

KLM
Good (1,454 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,784 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,739 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,200 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,216 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,872 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,115 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,291 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,534 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,394 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,162 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,272 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,149 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (657 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,495 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,451 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,705 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 $71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $130 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include San Clemente by Pousadas de Compostela and Hotel A Tafona do Peregrino. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from $36 to $419 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 53% 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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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4093 reviews)
$97+
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Pension 23-Vinte E Tres
1 star
Excellent (8.6, 1576 reviews)
$52+
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Hotel Balneario de Compostela
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1442 reviews)
$41+
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Hotel Eurostars Araguaney
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3537 reviews)
$87+
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Hotel Universal
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 5232 reviews)
$52+
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Hotel Ciudad De Compostela
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2701 reviews)
$40+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $33 per day, on average, or $67 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $6.47 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 $77.68 and $103.57. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Compact (Peugeot 2008 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, 84% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $33 per day, on average, or $67 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Santiago de Compostela.

Expect to pay $6.47 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 $77.68 and $103.57. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Compact (Peugeot 2008 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, 84% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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