Santander City Centre Travel Guide
Santander
Visit Santander City Centre
Popular places to visit
Santander Cathedral
After visiting Santander Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santander. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Banco Santander
After visiting Banco Santander, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santander. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Mercado La Esperanza
During your visit to Santander, you can do some window-shopping at Mercado La Esperanza. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Centro Botín
You can browse the exhibits at Centro Botín, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Santander. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Casa Pombo
Find out about the history of Santander when you spend time at Casa Pombo. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.
Plaza Porticada
Learn about the local history of Santander when you take a trip to Plaza Porticada. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Top hotels in Santander City Centre
Dorma Coliseum
Beautiful clean room and bathroom, very comfortable beds, coffee in room, mini bar. Breakfast had a huge array of options for €13 per person. We only stayed one night as we had onward travel but would definitely recommend this hotel, it's very central to bus/rail station.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Bahia
Breakfast was excellent not too busy
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
NUEVA PENSIÓN REAL
I had an incredible experience at Nueva Pension Real. It’s quite the hidden gem in a very unassuming spot, amid local restaurants, other apartments and neighbourhood amenities. I truly felt like I experienced a little bit of Spanish life in Santander, especially with Mariana’s recommendations! I ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hostal La Mexicana
Great location in the centre of town
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Santemar
Friendly stuff. Clean room. Giid value for price.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Gran Hotel Sardinero
Gran ubicación
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santander City Centre
La Gándara
The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to La Gándara. A stop by Plaza de Canadio or Chico Port might round out your trip.
Cabildo de Arriba
The beaches and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Cabildo de Arriba. A stop by Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Consolacion or Sotileza Mural might round out your trip.
Puertochico
The pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Puertochico. A stop by Chico Port or Bay of Biscay might round out your trip.
Tetuán
Notable for its beaches, shopping and waterfront views, Tetuán is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Chico Port or Cantabria Maritime Museum.
San Martín
Notable for its beaches, shopping and waterfront views, San Martín is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Santander. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Cantabria Maritime Museum or Chico Port.
Castilla-Hermida
Beaches and waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Castilla-Hermida. Make a stop by top sights like La Marga Park while you're exploring the area.
