Santander in Memory: Origin and Essence of the Cantabrian Capital

If you want to have a complete view of the city of Santander and have a privileged first contact, to then delve into its most attractive corners, you are in the perfect place! Discover all the history, curiosities, and main points of interest of Santander with this detailed tour of its central area. 

We will start our free tour with a visit to the Jardines de Pereda, named after the Cantabrian writer José Mª de Pereda, located next to the city's expansions, where we will see the magnificent building of the Banco Santander and the internationally renowned modern art center: “Centro Botín”. From this area, we will enjoy privileged views of the magnificent bay, recognized as one of the most beautiful in the world. 

Next, you will learn about the history of the great fire of Santander, the historical event that has completely shaped the current appearance of the city, continuing afterward with an exterior visit to the Cathedral of Santa María de la Asunción.

In this tour, we cannot forget the traditional Mercado de la Esperanza, next to the Town Hall square. We will arrive at the Plaza Porticada, the former venue of the Santander International Festival, passing by the Church of “La Compañía”, one of the few Renaissance jewels in the region and ending at the Plaza de Pombo, which we will access after first visiting the Mercado del Este, a gastronomic reference of the city, and the spectacular building of the old Banco Mercantil. 

Book now and don't miss a single detail of Santander, its history, its architecture, and its anecdotes!