Santander
Spain · Cantabria · 15 m
Description
Santander is the elegant capital of Cantabria, beautifully situated on a wide bay along the Bay of Biscay in northern Spain. The city is known for its fine sandy beaches, most notably El Sardinero, the Palacio de la Magdalena on its scenic peninsula, its maritime atmosphere, and the Centro Botín, designed by Renzo Piano. Historic elegance blends seamlessly with contemporary architecture, green parks, outstanding seafood and pintxos cuisine, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Santander is regarded as the cultural and maritime heart of Cantabria and serves as a stylish gateway to the spectacular coastline of northern Spain.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: July – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- El Sardinero Beach
- Magdalena Palace and Peninsula
- Centro Botín
- Santander Cathedral
- Old Town
- Paseo de Pereda
- Bay of Santander Promenade
- Cabo Mayor Lighthouse
- Cabárceno Nature Park(Day trip)
- Cabo Mayor Cliffs
- Mercado de la Esperanza
- Cantabrian seafood
- Playa de los Peligros
- Playa de Mataleñas
- Mataleñas Coastal Walk
- Jardines de Piquío
- Maritime Museum of Cantabria
- Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria (MUPAC)
- Funicular Río de la Pila
- Plaza Porticada
- Church of the Annunciation
- Parque de Mataleñas
- Parque de Las Llamas
- Casino of El Sardinero
- Santillana del Mar(Day trip)
- Altamira Cave Museum(Day trip)
- Costa Quebrada Geopark(Day trip)
- Liencres Dunes Natural Park(Day trip)
- Somo Beach(Day trip)
- Comillas(Day trip)
- El Capricho (Gaudí)(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- SDR
- Train stations:
- Santander
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry