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. 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 November
Estimated hotel price
S$ 139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in November
Estimated hotel price
S$ 139
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.

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.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,465 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,597 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,222 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,531 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,464 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,362 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (684 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,549 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,930 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (639 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 Hostal Anosa Casa, Santiago de Compostela offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 107 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 200 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 S$ 36 to S$ 313 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 102% 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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Parador de Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 238+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 129+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 88+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 93+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
S$ 88+
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Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela

Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs S$ 31 per day, on average, or S$ 62 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay S$ 2.81 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 S$ 33.68 and S$ 44.91. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs S$ 31 per day, on average, or S$ 62 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay S$ 2.81 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 S$ 33.68 and S$ 44.91. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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