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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Santiago de Compostela to see all of its attractions.

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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
C$ 149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 149
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 20h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 225 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of CLICK RENT and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Oviedo.

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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 20h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 225 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of CLICK RENT and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Oviedo.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,137 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,116 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,467 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,988 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,746 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,879 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,436 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,524 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,474 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,955 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 C$ 144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 296 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 vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from C$ 50 to C$ 386 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Santiago de Compostela are about 79% 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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 387+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 206+
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Santiago Apostol
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 108+
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Hotel Ciudad De Compostela
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 110+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 110+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.44 per litre 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 C$ 29.21 and C$ 38.95.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.44 per litre 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 C$ 29.21 and C$ 38.95.

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