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 January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
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 14h 52m.

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 02m and costs around C$ 48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about C$ 73 for a 6h 06m 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, FlixBus and Bus. From Vigo, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 121 km and will cost you around C$ 27. From Porto, the ticket costs about C$ 77 for a journey of 322 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.

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 14h 52m.

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 02m and costs around C$ 48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about C$ 73 for a 6h 06m 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, FlixBus and Bus. From Vigo, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 121 km and will cost you around C$ 27. From Porto, the ticket costs about C$ 77 for a journey of 322 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.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,574 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,524 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,045 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,787 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,016 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,017 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,303 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,577 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,060 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (640 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,083 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,191 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,475 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,877 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,620 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 C$ 101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 177 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel A Tafona do Peregrino and Albergue La Estacion Santiago De Compost. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from C$ 29 to C$ 306 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 76% 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 120+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 84+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 83+
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Hotel Faranda Los Tilos, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 66+
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Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 15 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.36 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$ 28.28 and C$ 37.70. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are, on average, 15% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 15 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.36 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$ 28.28 and C$ 37.70. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are, on average, 15% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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