A port city with long stretches of sandy beaches, many attractions and a vibrant nightlife, Santander is a very popular destination with visitors from around the world. The city is the capital of Cantabria, an autonomous community in the north of Spain. Around 184,000 people live there, which is almost one-third of the region's total population.
Reviews of Santander from boo.com
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rebecca-elisabeth6906 says: “ I have travelled to Santander twice now by Ferry. The view as the ferry comes into the port are spectacular. The map of the town from the ferry station had a route for tourists who wanted to see the various historic buildings and this is the route I chose to take. It covered the main… more
Posted: on Aug 5, 2010 |
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campossalles7591 says:
“ It conjures the best of Spain: friendly locals, nice weather, good food and wine, lovely beaches and a stone throw from the mountains. A good base for further exploration (Bilbao, Oviedo, Galicia, Picos de Europa...)
Posted: on Mar 2, 2007 |
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Best things to do in Santander
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Museo de Prehistoria y ArqueologÃa de Cantabria- What?
- A museum.
- Where?
- Short walk from the sea.
- Anything else?
- Filled with prehistoric and archaeological artefacts from the region, this museum features everything from stone tools to carved bone to art.
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Museo MarÃtimo del Cantábrico- What?
- A maritime museum.
- Where?
- Overlooking the Bay of Santander.
- Anything else?
- This modern museum has over 3,000 square metres of exhibition space, covering various aspects of man's relationship with the sea. Aquariums are also part of the museum, and tours can be arranged.
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Cathedral of Santander- What?
- A cathedral.
- Where?
- In the city centre.
- Anything else?
- Rebuilt after the 1941 fire, the Cathedral of Santander dates from the 13th century. It is one of the city's oldest buildings. The cathedral has a crypt located under the main chapel area.
Recommended Hotels
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Hostal San Glorio(2 star hotel)- “San Glorio” Hostal is a little hostal quite close to the city centre and next to the famous “Fishing District”
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boo rating 79%
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Hostal Vistapark- Hostal Vistapark is a quiet family-run guesthouse situated in Astillero, 5 miles away from Santander...
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boo rating 85%
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Hospedaje Magallanes- Welcome to Pension Magallanes, a friendly and comfortable place situated in the very heart of downtown Santander...
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boo rating 81%
