Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Travel Guide
![El Sardinero Beach showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260240-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Santander - Cantabrian Coast](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260249-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Santander - Cantabrian Coast](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260257-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Parque de Matalenas featuring a river or creek and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260256-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![El Sardinero Beach which includes rugged coastline, general coastal views and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260255-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Santander - Cantabrian Coast
Where to stay in Santander - Cantabrian Coast
![Banco Santander featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260215-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Santander City Centre
Santander City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Plaza Porticada or Plaza de Pombo.
![Monumento a Los Raqueros showing a statue or sculpture, a bay or harbor and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260611-Monumento-A-Los-Raqueros.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Puertochico
The beaches and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Puertochico. A stop by Chico Port or Bay of Biscay might round out your trip.
![This very high statue of a woman looking through a telescope in central Santander is called Into the future](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2cf8099312df5eb19a8d4bc63c5b74dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Cabildo de Arriba
The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Cabildo de Arriba. A stop by Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion or Sotileza Mural might round out your trip.
Ontón
If you're spending some time in Ontón, Bay of Biscay and Ensenada de Berrón are top sights worth seeing.
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Castilla-Hermida
Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Castilla-Hermida. Make a stop by top sights like La Marga Park while you're exploring the area.
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Tetuán
Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Tetuán. Make a stop by top sights like The Cathedral while you're exploring the area.
![Hotel Bahia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562100/562045/ce2f9113_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025
![Hotel Santemar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6300/6233/0c3c19fb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2025
![Hotel Bed4U Santander](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77950000/77943900/77943851/dc7211d1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2025
![Apartamentos Turísticos Bahía de Boó](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4960000/4957100/4957034/ff203760_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024
![Estudios Aranzazu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9640000/9637200/9637160/cab72f76_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023
![Apartamentos Alday](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17813800/17813710/75f28c5e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on May 15, 2024
Popular places to visit
![El Sardinero Beach featuring a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260305-El-Sardinero-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
El Sardinero Beach
Explore the casino, international restaurants and many quaint cafés that adorn the charming promenade that overlooks this picturesque sandy haven.
![Palacio de la Magdalena which includes a house, heritage architecture and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260539-Palacio-De-La-Magdalena.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Palacio de la Magdalena
Experience the ostentatious splendor of a palatial home where members of the Spanish royal family used to take their summer vacations.
![Comillas Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/38a16c364d2731588ca0fe415171cda6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Comillas Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Comillas Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Comillas City Center. Stroll along the seaside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
![Santander Cathedral showing heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260573-Santander-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santander Cathedral
This fortress-like building is actually two churches combined and stands on a pile of Roman ruins. Inside, see religious works of art and sacred relics.
![Laredo Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7e5d641b4ab9594315b60d1ead3338cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Laredo Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Laredo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Laredo. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.
![Banco Santander featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260215-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Banco Santander
Consider the importance of this institution in the banking world while you marvel at the building’s vast hole through which vehicles pass.
Things to do
![From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4512925/19c94c3e-865c-4eb0-bbba-02e0c3621084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion
![Cantabria: El Castillo Caves & Paleolithic Art](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4764634/2a43d591-c86d-48e1-b731-61da88aba5c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cantabria: El Castillo Caves & Paleolithic Art
![Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4511156/bf5b8d4b-c9d1-4575-8c9b-74e125600c1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip
![Magdalena Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49452867/cacaea57-e797-4d79-97f0-0fdb44d3b476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)