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 3 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
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in November
Estimated hotel price
$198
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 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 59h 25m.

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 59h 25m.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,300 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,689 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,713 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,449 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,454 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,411 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (682 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,922 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (647 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,954 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 $139 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $255 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 $55 to $422 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 81% 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)
$162+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$105+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$114+
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Santiago Apostol
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$103+
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Exe Area Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$89+
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Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela

Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $71 per day, on average, or $213 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.53 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 $42.29 and $56.39. Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Santiago de Compostela, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $71 per day, on average, or $213 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.53 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 $42.29 and $56.39. Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Santiago de Compostela, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

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