Santander travel guide

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Santander, the port city is a capital of Cantabria and is situated on the north coast of Spain. The city has remained habitat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Santander. Quiet and beautiful surroundings along with amazingly clean and sandy beaches of Santander make it an exotic holiday destination. Crystal clear water, leisure activities, theatres, museums, parks etc. will make your trip to Santander worthwhile.

Fast Facts

The origins of Santander town can be traced back to the Roman Empire with the name Portus Victoriae Iuliobrigensium. Santander officially received the status of city in the year 1755. The city has served as an important port during the later middle ages. Various Kings ruled the city has built numerous palaces and monuments that have become the exotic tourist destinations. These ancient buildings are the excellent examples of ancient architecture and the Royalty of the Kings.

Prayas Airport in Santander with daily connection to Barcelona and Madrid makes it quite comfortable to reach the destination. The Bilbao (BIO) airport, 100km away from Santander is another option for moving to other European countries.

Ferry’s, buses, cars and taxis are other options to reach Santander from its neighboring cities.

Municipal buses running every 15 minutes through the city are the best way to explore the unswerving beauty of Santander town. Taxis and rented cars are the other great options for getting familiar to the captivating surroundings of Santander.

Although the whole of Santander is a must watch destination, still there are some places, which you should see so that you can fall in love with the beauty of Santander.

√Palacio de la Magdalena.
√Santander Cathedral.
√Banco Mercantil.
√Lighthouse of Cabo Mayor.
√Edificio de Correos.
√Plaza de Italia.
√Ships in Puertochico, in the city of Santander.
√Monument at the urchins in Puertochico.
√Panoramic of Cabo Menor.

Santander is a shopper’s paradise for those who love to spend money in buying regional stuff. There are various shops lined across the streets offering the top quality, stylish garments, accessories, gifts and other items. Here you can buy authentic and beautiful cantabrian ceramics at affordable prices. Some of the hot spot shopping spots are La Muralla, Pérez del Molino, Pryca, Arikka and many more.

Euro trains are the best options for exploring a slice of Europe without shelling much from the pocket. Their flexibility and reliability will not only make you tension free about your holiday but also make it your best time in Santander.

Confused about how to discover the vibrant night life of Santander? Then straightaway go to Gran Canaria, an island with thriving nightlife. Along with that, numerous places like clubs, pubs, restaurants, bars, discos, theatres etc. are remain open till late to welcome you and make your evening lively.

Santander has excellent cuisine to fill your platter and relish your appetite. Restaurants and eateries like Altamira, Asador Lechazo Aranda, Bodega Cigaleña, La Cecilia and many more serves traditional Santander cuisine. Their taste will delight you and also make you remember the scrumptious taste of regional Santander cuisine.

No matter from where you are and what you like, there is something for you to enjoy and explore in Santander. The well connected transport network, infrastructure, exotic locations, culture, history, beaches and natural beauty will definitely make you fall in love with Santander.