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 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h.

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 Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Oviedo.

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 Boston and takes around 10h.

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 Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Oviedo.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,525 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,008 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,422 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,398 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,962 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,757 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,798 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,346 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,229 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,381 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,528 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (690 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,587 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,920 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 $106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $214 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include San Clemente by Pousadas de Compostela and A Tafona do Peregrino. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from $23 to $279 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 68% 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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Parador de Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 4557 reviews)
$278+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 4245 reviews)
$155+
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Pension 23-Vinte E Tres
1 star
Excellent (8.7, 1700 reviews)
$60+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3314 reviews)
$119+
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Hotel Ciudad De Compostela
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2913 reviews)
$79+
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Asador de Roxos Casa Albardonedo
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1226 reviews)
$124+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $27 per day, on average, or $55 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 61% 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 (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $27 per day, on average, or $55 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 61% 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 (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Santiago de Compostela

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$24/day

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$26/day

Intermediate SUV
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