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$ 147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 147
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 7 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 15h.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 140 miles from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Dollar, among others, in Oviedo.

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 7 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 15h.

Car

Another option to get to Santiago de Compostela is to pick up a car rental from Oviedo, which is about 140 miles from Santiago de Compostela. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Dollar, among others, in Oviedo.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

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Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,182 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,557 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,161 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,481 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,503 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,641 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,115 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,949 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,502 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,451 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,466 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,316 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (692 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,534 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 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$ 132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 293 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$ 49 to C$ 379 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 60% 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

NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 218+
Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 152+
Santiago Apostol
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 118+
Exe Area Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 131+
Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 113+

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.76 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$ 33.10 and C$ 44.14. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Santiago de Compostela, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Santiago de Compostela costs C$ 38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.76 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$ 33.10 and C$ 44.14. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Santiago de Compostela, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.