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A harbor with boats and a cityscape in the background. 1
A market with potted plants and a tent. 2
A historic building with ornate architecture, a large entrance, and people walking in front. 3
A historic building with a central fountain, arched entrances, and a clock tower. 4
A sculpture of figures in a park with trees in the background. 5
By Visitacantabria.es

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $297 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • 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.

Activity location

  • Jardines de Pereda
    • Jardines de Pereda s/n, Calle Castelar
    • 39004, Santander, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Oficina de Turismo de Santander
    • s/n Paseo de Pereda
    • 39003, Santander, Cantabria, Spain

Check availability

Visit in Spanish (6-10 pax)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Price details
CA $321.38 x 1 TravellerCA $321.38
Total
Price is CA $321.38
Until Sun, Aug 23

Visit in English (6-10 pax)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CA $406.55 x 1 TravellerCA $406.55
Total
Price is CA $406.55
Until Sun, Aug 23

Visit in Italian (6-10 pax)

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • Italian
Language options: Italian
Price details
CA $406.55 x 1 TravellerCA $406.55
Total
Price is CA $406.55
Until Sun, Aug 23

Visit in Spanish up to 5 pax

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Price details
CA $297.28 x 1 TravellerCA $297.28
Total
Price is CA $297.28
Until Sun, Aug 23

Visit in English up to 5 pax

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
CA $382.45 x 1 TravellerCA $382.45
Total
Price is CA $382.45
Until Sun, Aug 23

Visit in Italian up to 5 pax

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
  • Italian
Language options: Italian
Price details
CA $382.45 x 1 TravellerCA $382.45
Total
Price is CA $382.45
Until Sun, Aug 23

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Official guide to tourism and heritage of Cantabria
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Jardines de Pereda

  • 40m
We will visit the most important points located in the Pereda Gardens, such as the monument to José Mª Pereda, the Botín Centre, the view of the bay next to the stone crane and the monument to the fire in Santander.

Catedral de Santander

  • 25m
In Plaza de la Asunción, we will have a privileged view of the Cathedral of Santa María de la Asunción and its entrance to the church of Cristo. To the left is the central post office building and in front of the cathedral, Calle Calvo Sotelo, one of the most commercial streets in the city.

Santander City Council

  • 20m
Walking along Calvo Sotelo Street, we will reach the Town Hall Square, where we will admire the eclectic architecture of this building. Going around it, we will walk next to the Mercado de la Esperanza, the most emblematic of the city, to continue along one of the main shopping streets: Juan de Herrera.

Plaza Porticada

  • 20m
Walking along Juan de Herrera Street, we will admire the façade of the Church of "La Compañía" and access the Plaza Porticada, home to some of the most important official buildings and the former location of the Santander International Festival.

Plaza Pombo

  • 20m
From the Plaza Porticada, we will continue towards the Plaza de Pombo, the final point of the visit, passing by two important points of interest such as the old Banco Mercantil and the Mercado del Este, a gastronomic reference in the city.

Location

Activity location

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    Jardines de Pereda
    • Jardines de Pereda s/n, Calle Castelar
    • 39004, Santander, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Oficina de Turismo de Santander
    • s/n Paseo de Pereda
    • 39003, Santander, Cantabria, Spain

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