On the way to Santander you will stop in one of the most beautiful villages of Cantabria, San Vicente de la Barquera. There you can admire the Castle of San Vicente, built in the early twelfth century and of Cultural Interest since 2002, the Plaza Mayor del Fuero, the Provost's Tower or the Palacio de los Corro.

Although the Altamira cave has a very controlled access regime (only 260 people per year), it is possible to access its replica, the Neocueva, located a few meters from the original cave in the museum of the same name. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985, and located 2 kilometers from the Cantabrian municipality of Santillana del Mar, its polychrome ceiling has been described as "the Sistine Chapel of Paleolithic art".
The paintings and engravings of the cave belong to different periods (Magdalenian and Solutrense, mainly), which ensures that it was used during several periods, adding up to about 22,000 years of occupation within the Upper Paleolithic. A fascinating visit!

This true icon is your first stop in Santander. Declared a historic-artistic monument in 1982, it is one of its most emblematic buildings. Built between 1909 and 1911 by architects Javier González Riancho and Gonzalo Bringas Vega, it can be visited on a guided tour that will show you the gala dining room or the royal lounge.
These visits are subject to the celebration of events, so we recommend that you visit their official website for more information and to buy tickets. During the summer, due to the UIMP courses, they only take place on weekends, while the rest of the year they take place from Monday to Sunday.

With the best sea views you can imagine, the Balneario de la Magdalena has a wonderful terrace on the beach of the same name. Perfect time and place for an aperitif or snack before continuing your route through Santander.

Park your car here while you take a pleasant stroll along Santander's largest beach.

Located in the heart of Santander, the First Sardinero Beach boasts almost 2 kilometers of fine sands. For a long time it was a sardine fishing ground (where the freshly caught fish was processed), hence its suggestive name. Enjoy one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city while breathing the smell of the Cantabrian Sea.

Park your car here to continue on foot this route through Santander. You will walk through its historic center and your legs will be your best ally.

In a privileged location, next to the bay of Santander, in its menu you will find a wide variety of dishes and portions with seafood flavor: the typical rabas, mussels, cuttlefish, squid or Cantabrian anchovies.

Work of the architect Antonio Zabaleta and declared of Cultural Interest, it was built in 1842. In it you will find stores with as much history as Mantequerías Cántabras, opened in 1860, or a branch of the Tourist Office of Santander, in case you have any questions during your visit.

The Gothic structure and apparently austere in comparison with other cathedrals, the present building is composed of two superimposed churches.

This spectacular art center designed by Renzo Piano is cantilevered over the sea, suspended on pillars and columns at the height of the treetops of the Jardines de Pereda, without ever touching land. Check out its extensive exhibition program to see which of its many activities suits your tastes and dates of visit.

Created during the reconstruction of Santander after the great fire of 1941, in the basement of the Plaza Porticada lie archaeological remains of the old medieval wall and the Puerta del Mar (main maritime entrance in the Middle Ages), as well as bunkers and air raid shelters from the Civil War.

A meeting point for locals and tourists, the beautiful Plaza del Ayuntamiento is one of the most photographed spots. In its surroundings you will find one of the most commercial areas of the city, with the presence of most fashion brands and accessories.

Sobaos, Quesadas and Galletas Pasiegas are some of the most traditional sweet delicacies of Cantabria. In Sobaos y Quesadas Luca they have been making these products since 1968 with the same secret recipe passed down from father to son. All their products are made daily with high quality raw materials.

Seasonal products with traditional recipes from Cantabria await you in this restaurant located inside the Mercado del Este. Warm octopus salad, peppers with anchovies and cheese, pan-fried clams, grilled cod with vegetables, turbot... The best flavors of the Bay of Biscay to regain strength before returning home.