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A smartphone displaying a map and a view of a coastal cityscape with buildings and a church spire. 1
A waterfront promenade with a stone staircase leading down to the water, a blue building, and a row of trees. 2
A large stone building with a balcony overlooking the sea, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a paved walkway. 3
A beach with a ship in the distance and a clear sky. 4
A large, ornate building with a central archway, surrounded by lush green trees and a clear blue sky. 5
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Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$12 and current price is NZ$10 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 19m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Step back into a vanished world of aristocratic glamour, high-stakes gambling, and royal ambition. Discover how a humble fishing port transformed itself into the glittering summer court of King Alfonso 13. Beneath the limestone facades and Art Nouveau curves lies a storey of displaced locals, invisible labour, and a desperate gamble for cosmopolitan relevance. Join this self-guided tour to uncover the beautiful, fragile illusion of Santander’s Belle Époque.

    • A 2.9 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 79 minutes
    • Ideal for those interested in History & Memory and Art, Design & Aesthetics
    • Engagingly told in podcast style by experts and locals
    • Audio content, AI guide and navigation via the app

Activity location

  • Eurostars Hotel Real
    • 28 Avenida Pérez Galdós
    • 39005, Santander, Cantabria, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Eurostars Hotel Real
    • 28 Avenida Pérez Galdós
    • 39005, Santander, Cantabria, Spain

Check availability

La Magdalena Palace Walking Tour in Santander Spain in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 19 minutes1h 19m
    1h 19m
  • Opening hours: Fri 12:00 am-11:59 pm
  • English
Price details
NZ$11.91
NZ$9.53 x 1 AdultNZ$9.53
Total
The previous price was NZ$11.91 and current price is NZ$9.53
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Verified facts woven into a compelling storey
  • Inclusions
    Turn-by-turn navigation between stops
  • Inclusions
    Engaging podcast-style audio with experts and locals
  • Inclusions
    Interactive in-app guide for questions about history and surroundings

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Eurostars Hotel Real

  • 10m
A magnificent 1917 luxury hotel built to house the massive entourage of King Alfonso 13, marking Santander’s transformation into a royal summer court.

Gran Casino Sardinero

  • 10m
The epicentre of Belle Époque nightlife and gambling, where European elites performed their wealth and status.

Playa Primera de El Sardinero

  • 10m
The historic beach where the “Baños de Ola” health trend began, sparking the initial tourism boom.

Palacio Real de La Magdalena

  • 10m
The spectacular royal summer residence gifted by the city to King Alfonso 13, cementing Santander’s status as a premier resort.

Location

Activity location

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    Eurostars Hotel Real
    • 28 Avenida Pérez Galdós
    • 39005, Santander, Cantabria, Spain

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Eurostars Hotel Real
    • 28 Avenida Pérez Galdós
    • 39005, Santander, Cantabria, Spain

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