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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Santiago de Compostela to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Santiago de Compostela
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.
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 50h 10m.
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 01m and costs around $75 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about $113 for a 5h 44m trip. The train station in Santiago de Compostela is called Santiago de Compostela, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, rede expressos and FlixBus. From Porto, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 282 km and will cost you around $67. From Madrid, the ticket costs about $73 for a journey of 756 km. The most popular bus station is Santiago de Compostela Bus Station, located 1.2 km from the city centre of Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela Rúa da Senra is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela
Where to stay in Santiago de Compostela
From 5-star hotels such as the Parador de Santiago - Hostal Reis Catolicos 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 $157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $281 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 holiday rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from $33 to $1,992 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 15% 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
Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela
Expect to pay $2.72 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 $32.64 and $43.51. 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 Economy car hire (Seat Ibiza or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
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