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 Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 56h 20m.
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 $91 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about $127 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, BlaBlaBus and FlixBus. From Madrid, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 772 km and will cost you around $177. From Lisbon, the ticket costs about $69 for a journey of 853 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 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 $145 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $221 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.
Where to stay in popular areas of Santiago de Compostela
Most booked hotels in Santiago de Compostela
Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela
Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela costs $65 per day, on average.
Expect to pay $2.71 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 $32.44 and $43.25. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Compact (Seat Arona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 108 or similar) is, on average, 87% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.