Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. We recommend you stay at least 11 days in order to fully appreciate everything Santiago de Compostela has to offer.

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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
AED 344
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 344
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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 20h 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 AED 165 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about AED 246 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, rede expressos and BlaBlaBus. From Vigo, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 137 km and will cost you around AED 66. From Porto, the ticket costs about AED 154 for a journey of 322 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.

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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 20h 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 AED 165 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alicante, expect to pay about AED 246 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, rede expressos and BlaBlaBus. From Vigo, the bus ride to Santiago de Compostela takes 137 km and will cost you around AED 66. From Porto, the ticket costs about AED 154 for a journey of 322 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.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,810 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,919 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,048 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,068 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,798 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (509 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,453 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
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Where to stay in Santiago de Compostela

From 5-star hotels such as the Parador de Santiago - Hostal Reis Catolicos 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 AED 350 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 624 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include San Clemente by Pousadas de Compostela and Hotel A Tafona do Peregrino. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from AED 73 to AED 4,385 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Santiago de Compostela are about 14% 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 - Hostal Reis Catolicos
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 965+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 494+
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Eurostars San Lazaro
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 313+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
AED 224+
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Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela

Expect to pay AED 5.99 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 AED 71.84 and AED 95.79. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Full-size (Seat Alhambra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 92% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 5.99 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 AED 71.84 and AED 95.79. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Full-size (Seat Alhambra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 92% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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