Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Santiago de Compostela has to offer.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10524
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in November
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10524
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Santiago de Compostela in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 281 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Santiago de Compostela, with an average rainfall of 39 mm.

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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 centre.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car hire from Vigo, which is about 45 miles from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Vigo.

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car hire from Vigo, which is about 45 miles from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Europcar and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Vigo.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,282 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,108 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,649 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,390 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,448 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,923 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (644 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (608 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 Alda San Bieito, Santiago de Compostela offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 7,517 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 14,198 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal San Clemente by Pousadas de Compostela and A Tafona do Peregrino. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from ₹ 2,942 to ₹ 22,490 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Santiago de Compostela are about 99% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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 (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,205+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,694+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,263+
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Santiago Apostol
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,504+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
₹ 6,168+
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Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela

Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs ₹ 1,950 per day, on average, or ₹ 7,801 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay ₹ 190 per litre in Santiago de Compostela (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,278 and ₹ 3,037.

Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs ₹ 1,950 per day, on average, or ₹ 7,801 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

Expect to pay ₹ 190 per litre in Santiago de Compostela (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,278 and ₹ 3,037.

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