Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, was once an isolated location but due to Santiago Airport’s close proximity and expanded services, this famous city is a convenient international holiday destination. With a car rental at Santiago Airport you can easily visit this World Heritage City and the northwest coast of Spain.

The car hire companies available at Santiago Airport are Avis, Hertz, Atesa and Europcar. They are located at the arrivals terminal. There are also ATM machines and a bank, shopping and restaurants at the terminal located here as well.

Using a cheap car hire at Santiago Airport simply follow the easy signage to Santiago de Compostela’s city centre located about 10kms from the airport. The city is known for its superb seafood and excellent wines too. Must see places are the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and the University of Santiago de Compostela.

Santiago is best known for the Cathedral because it is where the remains of Jesus Christ’s apostle St James is buried. This magnificent Romanesque and Baroque cathedral attracts thousands of visitors each year who walk the sacred Way of St James. Walk around the old area of town to see more of this well-preserved and delightful city.

The University of Santiago de Compostela is a youthful contrast to the city’s rich history although the school enjoys an interesting past itself as well having been established in the 16th century. Its lively population ensures a fun nightlife that you should take advantage of. With a car hire at Santiago Airport, enjoy the rugged coastline and this EU European City of Culture.