Top things to do in Santander, Spain

Crime Tour "Santander Under Summary Secret" in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (208 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 17.45

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Santander, considered one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Elegant, stately, aristocratic, seafaring and scenic city. Even the best looking things can keep a sinister side behind, don't you know that he was a good neighbor and always waved? Walk the night of the capital of Cantabria, its streets, alleys and darker stories, while discovering the most macabre and peculiar cases of the city's criminal history in recent centuries. Fights, alcohol, blood, sex, violence to and from all genders and ages, ... No ghosts, myths, parapsychology or legends; 100% real cases and cataloged in the press and police. Santander, the calm, beautiful city and where nothing ever happens apparently, will you dare to peek into the back room? You decide, but then there will be no going back. Come and discover how Jack The Ripper looks like a simple hobbyist.

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Cabarceno Natural Park Guided Visit from Santander in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (161 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 87.27

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

HIGHLIGHTS • Visit comfortably the park with minivan • Enjoy seeing the animals living in semi-freedom in the park • See the park from a distance from the cable-car • Have fun seeing the demonstration of sea lions • Get surprised with the bird-raptors demonstration  • Enjoy an unforgettable day visiting this extraordinary park SUMMARY We will depart from Santander towards the Cabárceno park with a minivan and we will visit this amazing park in our car. You will love visiting this nature park where more than 150 animal species live in semi-freedom. You will have the opportunity to see the sea lions and bird-raptors demonstrations (please notice that these demonstrations are canceled if bad weather conditions and also during the week in low season).

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Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum with tickets- small groups in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (79 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 69.81

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

HIGHLIGHTS • Visit the Altamira Museum and the Neocave • Walk around the beautiful village of Santillana de Mar • Visit the Collegiata Church of Santa Juliana (optional) • Enjoy some free time for shopping in Santillana SUMMARY You will visit the beautiful village of Santillana del Mar, where you will have free time to explore, go shopping, or visit the Collegiate Church if you wish. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to visit the Altamira Museum and its Neocave, a replica of the famous Cave of Altamira, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

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Comillas, Modernism & Gaudi with entrance tickets -small groups in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (48 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 75.63

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

HIGHLIGHTS • Discover one of the few buildings constructed by Gaudí out of Catalonia  • Visit the awesome building of the Old Major Seminary of Comillas • Enjoy a scenic tour to see the Sobrellano Palace, the port of Comillas, and the sculpture of the “Exterminator Angel”.  • Take a short walking tour to see the historical center of Comillas TOUR DETAILS • Departure: 9:30 am • Finish Time: 14:30 pm (approx.) • Pick-up from your city hotel in Santander or in Pabellón de la Habana Vieja in Torrelavega.

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El Soplao Cave Visit with entrance ticket- small groups in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (27 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 79.12

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

HIGHLIGHTS • We will cross valleys and forests  • You will discover one of the most beautiful caves in Europe • You will visit the stuary of the Tina Menor river SUMMARY El Soplao cave is one of the most relevant caves in Europe for its geological value. It will be a one hour guided visit to the cave (walking). After visiting this wonder of nature, we will go to ha lookout to enjoy the great views of the Stuary of Tina Menor river.

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One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 46.54

 

Taxi2Spain offers the best service through its easy, quick and safe way to book a taxi. 365 days a year, we can transfer you to and from the airport in a punctual and uncomplicated way. Our drivers are professionals and adapt to the number of passengers and volume of luggage so you can enjoy your transfer comfortably. Our door-to-door service is personalized. There will always be a driver identified with the company logo who will be carrying a nameplate with your name and who will be waiting for you so you can feel protected and safe. Given that we are an experienced company, you will not have to worry about advanced landings or delays, as we will have all of your airline’s information, and will wait for you for up to 45 minutes at the airport with no extra charge. Our customer service is always open, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide you with all the information you need to clear up any doubt you may have, while keeping in touch at all times. To be safe is to be calm.

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Santoña and Anchovy Factory tour from Santander - small groups in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 72.14

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

HIGHLIGHTS • Discover how the anchovy of Cantabria is manufactured • Have fun doing a boat trip though Santoña's bay and marshes (optiona) or enjoy free time to visit Santoña on your pace • Visit the village of Santoña • Get in love with the beautiful marshes of Santoña, Vitoria and Joel SUMMARY Discover how the famous anchovies of Santoña are made by visiting a small anchovy factory in Santoña. Also, visit this small fishing village and enjoy an optional unforgettable boat trip through its bay and marshes.

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Guided tour in English of the center of Santander in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 23.27

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Visit the unknown capital of "Green Spain" with a female historian on a tour where we will combine History and Culture in an enjoyable way.

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Self Guided Santander Scavenger Hunt in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 21.53

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This activity has been designed by a local ‘expert’, who has created a fun experience that takes you to some of the town’s highlights and the lesser-known places, away from all the tourists. The puzzles are designed to help you experience the place from a different perspective – using landmarks, murals, statues etc - and you’ll even learn some ‘fun facts’ along the way. The self-guided aspect of this activity means that you can rush through as fast as you like or stop for a drink or something to eat as you like. The app remembers your progress and even allows you to complete your Adventure Hunt another day. This activity aims to strike a fun balance between challenging puzzles, a fun outing with friends and family, and a pleasant walk around outside.

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Tour to the Villages of the Western Coast of Cantabria in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 98.90

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

In this tour, you will discover the charms of the most important villages on the western coast of Cantabria. It will be a fascinating journey through the historic ensemble of San Vicente de la Barquera, its rías, and bay; Comillas, with its elegant Modernist buildings; and Santillana del Mar, with its cobbled streets and medieval buildings. As a grand finale, you will visit the neocave of Altamira and its magnificent cave paintings, an exact replica of the original cave, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.

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Peninsula and Magdalena Palace in Santander in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.94

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Discover the very interesting history of this magnificent palace, given to the king by the people of Santander. We will visit the interior of the Magdalena Palace and the most interesting rooms that are open to the public on the main floor, recounting, at the same time, the story of the Spanish kings Alfonso XIII and Victoria Eugenia of Battenberg during their summers in Santander. Next, we will walk through the most emblematic places of the Magdalena Peninsula, such as the “Museum of Man and the Sea”, where we will see “La Balsa” by Vital Alsar and the galleons that crossed the Atlantic Ocean, captained by this great Cantabrian sailor. We will continue with the peninsula's mini zoo, where we will enjoy its striking inhabitants: sea lions, seals and Cape penguins. We will arrive at the monument in homage to Félix Rodríguez de la Fuente and also the old Royal Stables.

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Kayak excursion through the Bay of Santander. in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.91

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

You will discover in a different way the most important and special spaces of the Bay of Santander, considered internationally as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. This experience will be an unforgettable memory for you and your companions on your holidays in Santander.

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Bilbao and Castro Urdiales Day Tour from Santander in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 77.96

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

On this incredible day, we will visit Bilbao and Castro Urdiales, two vibrant cities rich in history and culture. Upon arrival, you'll embark on a 2.5-hour guided tour through the charming Old Town. Strolling through its lively streets, you'll discover architectural gems such as the Gothic Cathedral of Santiago and the beautiful Church of San Nicolás. Continuing along the promenade of the Nervión River up to Guggenheim Museum—a true icon of contemporary architecture. After the guided tour, you will have nearly four hours of free time in Bilbao to enjoy lunch and explore at your own pace or doing suggested activities like visiting the Guggenheim Museum or taking a boat trip along the Nerbion River. After our visit to Bilbao, we will head to Castro Urdiales. This charming fishing village, with its stunning historic center, taking in the beauty of this seaside gem.

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Private walking tour of the Peninsula and the Magdalene Palace in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 215.26

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Enjoy one of the most emblematic areas of Santander with a guide just for you and your family and friends. We show you an itinerary of the walking tour, which can be modified at your convenience. We will start the guided tour, getting to know the interior of Palacio de la Magdalena. We will tour the most important rooms on the main floor, which is the one that is open to the public and you can learn the history of the kings of Spain: Alfonso XIII and Victoria Eugenia, in their summers in Santander. Then we will tour the main points of interest of the Magdalene Peninsula, such as the open air museum: Man and the Sea, where you will know “The Raft” by explorer and adventurer Vital Alsar and the galleons who crossed the Atlantic imitating the route of Francisco de Orellana. We will visit the mini zoo and its sea lions, seals and Cape penguins, as well as the Royal Stables, which are currently facilities of the Menendez Pelayo International University.

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Private visit to Santander in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 215.26

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Enjoy the wonderful places that Santander has to offer, with a guide just for you and your family or friends. We will take a walking tour, which can be modified to suit you. Discover the history, customs and traditions of the Cantabrian capital. We will begin with a visit to the Jardines de Pereda, next to the Santander extensions, where we will see the magnificent building of the Banco Santander and the internationally renowned art centre “Centro Botín”. We will continue with an explanation of the fire in Santander, what it destroyed and what it left behind. To continue with the Cathedral of Santa María de la Asunción. In addition, we cannot forget the traditional Mercado de la Esperanza, next to the Town Hall. We will continue towards the Plaza Porticada, passing by the Church of “La Compañía” and ending in the Plaza de Pombo, without leaving aside the Mercado del Este and the spectacular building of the old Banco Mercantil.

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Exclusive Tour of Santander with Cathedral and Booty Centre in Santander

Santander , Spain

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 246.68

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

This private visit is a privilege: you can get to know the most emblematic places in the center of Santander, but also, the visit goes much further, because it gives you the opportunity to know two of its most cultural and historical points of interest: the Cathedral of Santa María de la Asunción and the Centro Botín, the most important art center of the city and international reference. We will start with the Gardens of Pereda, the historical importance of the great fire that ravaged Santander and the exterior and interior visit of the Cathedral of Santa María de la Asunción, the most important religious building in the capital. Later we will tour the Town Hall Square, Porticada Square, passing the Church of “The Company” and knowing the East Market, gastronomic reference of the city. At the end we will access the interior of the Botín Center, where we will make the guided tour of the fixed collection and move to the rooms where the temporary exhibitions are located.

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