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Sightseeing
This forest of Secuoya's is cool and peaceful and a wonderful alternative for a hot afternoon. Stop by on your way to Comillas where you can stroll through a lovely town and enjoy the beach.
61 locals recommend
Redwood Forest
This forest of Secuoya's is cool and peaceful and a wonderful alternative for a hot afternoon. Stop by on your way to Comillas where you can stroll through a lovely town and enjoy the beach.
These nearby caves are a cool dry alternative to a hot or rainy summer day. Ride in on a miners carriage and explore the vast caves that are "a true paradise for potholers (eccentrics, stalactites, stagmalites, gorges, columns, cave pearls, dog-tooth spars, etc." Note these do not have pre-historic art.
174 locals recommend
Cueva El Soplao
s/n Barrio el MazoThese nearby caves are a cool dry alternative to a hot or rainy summer day. Ride in on a miners carriage and explore the vast caves that are "a true paradise for potholers (eccentrics, stalactites, stagmalites, gorges, columns, cave pearls, dog-tooth spars, etc." Note these do not have pre-historic art.
Although it's a long drive (@ 1.5 hr), the views from the mountain peaks are breathtaking. Ride the funicular (cablecar) to the top for breathtaking views and a peaceful respite.
18 locals recommend
Fuente Dé
Although it's a long drive (@ 1.5 hr), the views from the mountain peaks are breathtaking. Ride the funicular (cablecar) to the top for breathtaking views and a peaceful respite.
This intact medieval town is the gem of the region with cobblestone streets lined with local shops and restaurants. Just outside the downtown lie the renowned caves with prehistoric art.
266 locals recommend
Santillana del Mar
This intact medieval town is the gem of the region with cobblestone streets lined with local shops and restaurants. Just outside the downtown lie the renowned caves with prehistoric art.
This small village is full of interesting sights including a must see Gaudi architectural gem, a quaint beach, and many surprises enveloped by the town. You won't regret a visit here.
127 locals recommend
Comillas
This small village is full of interesting sights including a must see Gaudi architectural gem, a quaint beach, and many surprises enveloped by the town. You won't regret a visit here.
This long beach is popular among camping tourists from UK, Germany, and France.
42 locals recommend
Playa de Oyambre
This long beach is popular among camping tourists from UK, Germany, and France.
Drive there or better yet take the ferry from Santander. Somo is a 7km beach with a popular surfing school and the vibe of a typical beach town.
51 locals recommend
Somo
Drive there or better yet take the ferry from Santander. Somo is a 7km beach with a popular surfing school and the vibe of a typical beach town.
Ferry trips to Somo, El Puntal, or around the bay. This is a beautiful way to enjoy the city from the water.
44 locals recommend
Los Reginas Santander
s/n Paseo MarítimoFerry trips to Somo, El Puntal, or around the bay. This is a beautiful way to enjoy the city from the water.
Food scene
Willing to splurge to celebrate something special? This 3* Michelin restaurant is meant for that special occasion.
24 locals recommend
Restaurante Cenador de Amós
s/n C. del SolWilling to splurge to celebrate something special? This 3* Michelin restaurant is meant for that special occasion.
Casa María
12 Travesía Coro Ronda GarcilasoEloquent trays for sharing over wine.
A broad variety of meals that you can combine 'a la carte' and pay as a 'menu price'.
Restaurante 2 Valdeses
22 C. Augusto González LinaresA broad variety of meals that you can combine 'a la carte' and pay as a 'menu price'.
White glove restaurant with Michelin star recognition for over 20 years in the heart of Santander.
13 locals recommend
Restaurante El Serbal
1E Avenida Manuel García LagoWhite glove restaurant with Michelin star recognition for over 20 years in the heart of Santander.
Have a true seafood feast in the middle of the Fisherman's Quarter. The down to earth setting puts you at ease to enjoy fresh seafood to your hearts content.
17 locals recommend
Restaurante Los Peñucas
35 C. Marqués de la EnsenadaHave a true seafood feast in the middle of the Fisherman's Quarter. The down to earth setting puts you at ease to enjoy fresh seafood to your hearts content.
Café Bar La Casa de los Maestros
2 C. Juan José RuanoAffordable menu and a terrace overlooking children's playground.
Best local pastries, specializing in mille-fuilles ("Tarta de Hojaldre"), think Napolean with a delicate pastry texture and creamy rich filling, minus the chocolate topping
Confitería Santos
28 Calle ConsolaciónBest local pastries, specializing in mille-fuilles ("Tarta de Hojaldre"), think Napolean with a delicate pastry texture and creamy rich filling, minus the chocolate topping
Calle Consolación
Calle ConsolaciónShopping street in pedestrian area with boutiques and cafes.
Bodegas Monasterio
9 C. Conde TorreanazAmple wine selection, Serrano ham, manchego cheese. What else could you want?
VINOTECA DELICATESSEN TORRE DE LA VEGA
1 C. Juan José RuanoGreat place for a glass of wine while you visit town.
Panadería Lasunción
29 Calle ConsolaciónGreat bread and pastry selection. Best rosquillas in town.
El Mirador de Suso
6 C. SobremarSunset bar and grill with views over the Los Locos beach.
Best selection of Fish you'll ever see! Well stocked supermarket plus clothing, books, and more.
Centro Comercial Carrefour Torrelavega
Avenida de BilbaoBest selection of Fish you'll ever see! Well stocked supermarket plus clothing, books, and more.
Mercado de Abastos de Torrelavega
Calle Serafín EscalanteMarket for local produce, meat and fish.
Wednesdays are the national livestock market with farmers near and far buying and selling cows, horses, etc... Thursday mornings the parking lot/grounds are host to the flea market (mercadillo).
National Livestock Market Jesús Collado Soto
Wednesdays are the national livestock market with farmers near and far buying and selling cows, horses, etc... Thursday mornings the parking lot/grounds are host to the flea market (mercadillo).
Really hungry? Want to eat like a mountain man from the north? This affordable, popular locale is often very busy so book ahead for a meal of reasonably priced generous portions.
11 locals recommend
Bar Cuesta
2B Barrio CerrazoReally hungry? Want to eat like a mountain man from the north? This affordable, popular locale is often very busy so book ahead for a meal of reasonably priced generous portions.