Santiago de Compostela Travel Guide

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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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Santiago de Compostela in November

Estimated hotel price

C$ 149

1 night at 3-star hotel

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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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 15h 35m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Santiago de Compostela, followed by AccesRail. The train station in Santiago de Compostela is called Santiago de Compostela, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Vigo, which is about 73 km from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Vigo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Santiago de Compostela, including ALSA, FlixBus and Bus. From Porto, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 336 km and will cost you around C$ 63. From Oviedo, the ticket costs about C$ 115 for a journey of 555 km. The most popular bus station is Santiago de Compostela Bus Station, located 1.2 km from downtown Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela Rúa da Senra is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city centre.

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Airports near Santiago de Compostela

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LCGA Coruña

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Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

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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 San Clemente by Pousadas de Compostela, Santiago de Compostela offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 237 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel A Tafona do Peregrino and Moure Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from C$ 67 to C$ 370 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 71% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Santiago de Compostela

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Parador de Santiago de Compostela

5 stars

Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)

C$ 370+

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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela

5 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 148+

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Hotel Palacio del Carmen, Autograph Collection

5 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

C$ 304+

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Santiago Apostol

3 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

C$ 79+

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Hotel Spa Congreso

4 stars

Good (7.4, Good reviews)

C$ 100+

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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 37 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.48 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$ 29.66 and C$ 39.54.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 37 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.48 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$ 29.66 and C$ 39.54.

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