Bueu, Galicia
Provincia de Pontevedra · Galicia · Spain · 12,331 residents · on the coast
Bueu is a seaside small town in Provincia de Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain, home to around 12,331 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Cabo Udra and Museo Massó. The nearest airport is Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 2 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Cabo Udra, Museo Massó and Lagoelas.
- On the coast, with 2 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July to August: daytime highs between 24°C and 25°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) is 43 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Bueu
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Bueu
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Bueu can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Bueu
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July to August.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Bueu and the villages around it is a hire car from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), about 1 h 2 min away.
Best time to visit Bueu
July to August: daytime highs between 24°C and 25°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan208 mm
- 15°CFeb119 mm
- 15°CMar244 mm
- 18°CApr104 mm
- 19°CMay119 mm
- 22°CJun70 mm
- 24°CJul36 mm
- 25°CAug18 mm
- 22°CSept131 mm
- 20°COct396 mm
- 17°CNov221 mm
- 14°CDec158 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 9°C | 208 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 8°C | 119 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 15°C | 10°C | 244 mm | 7 h |
| Apr | 18°C | 11°C | 104 mm | 11 h |
| May | 19°C | 13°C | 119 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 22°C | 16°C | 70 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 24°C | 16°C | 36 mm | 12 h |
| Aug | 25°C | 17°C | 18 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 15°C | 131 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 20°C | 15°C | 396 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 17°C | 12°C | 221 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 8°C | 158 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)43 miles, about 1 h 2 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- A Coruña (LCG)71 miles, about 1 h 40 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Vigo (VGO)11 miles, about 15 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 7 min without stops.
Bueu is good for
Around Bueu
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Bueu worth visiting?
Yes. Bueu is known for Cabo Udra, Museo Massó and Lagoelas, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Bueu?
July to August, with daytime highs between 24°C and 25°C with little rain.
How do I get to Bueu from the UK?
Fly to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 2 min by road. A Coruña (LCG) is an alternative, 71 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 7 min.
Is Bueu good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Bueu?
Vigo (7 miles), Pontevedra (10 miles), Baiona (15 miles) and O Grove (12 miles) are all within an hour or so.