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Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

NZ$30

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Guided Tour

Santillana del Mar & Altamira guided Tour from Santander

NZ$148

per adult

Cantabria: Wine and Liquor Tasting Guided Tour with Snacks

NZ$38

per adult

Kayak Route + Snorkel in Cantabria

NZ$69

per adult

Picture 10 for Activity From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion

From Santander: Soplao Cave Tour & Pechon Scenic Viewpoint

NZ$162

per adult

From Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

NZ$134

per adult

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El Sardinero Beach

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Explore the casino, international restaurants and many quaint cafés that adorn the charming promenade that overlooks this picturesque sandy haven.

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Santander City Centre

Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jardines de Pereda and Plaza Porticada while you're in town.

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El Sardinero

While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander.

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Comillas City Center

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Comillas City Center. You might want to make time for a stop at El Capricho de Gaudí or Comillas Beach.

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Puertochico

The pristine beaches and captivating 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.

Cueto

While there might not be top attractions in Cueto, you can explore the larger area and discover places like El Sardinero Stadium and Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Santander.

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