The Magdalena Palace (El Palacio de La Magdalena): Situated at the top of the peninsula that shares its name, this is one of Santander's grandest symbols. Built as a summer residence for King Alfonso XIII and Queen Victoria Eugenia, today it is one of the city's most visited landmarks. Its setting affords magnificent views of the bay, the beaches, and Mouro Island.
El Sardinero: One of Santander's most iconic areas. Its wide beaches, gardens, and Belle Époque-era buildings form one of the city's most recognizable landscapes. Strolling along Avenida de Castañeda or visiting Plaza de Italia, next to the Grand Casino, is a must.
The Botín Centre (El Centro Botín): Designed by architect Renzo Piano, this cultural space on the bay has become one of Santander's architectural icons. Its exhibitions and cultural activities are complemented by magnificent views from its terraces and surroundings.
Paseo de Pereda and Pereda Gardens (El Paseo de Pereda y los Jardines de Pereda): One of the city's most characteristic promenades. Its historic buildings, gardens, and views over the bay make it a perfect starting point for discovering Santander before continuing toward the Botín Centre and the Calderón Quay (Muelle de Calderón).
Santander Cathedral (La Catedral de Santander): Located right in the city center, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption combines different architectural stages and stands as one of the city's main historical monuments. It is also part of Santander's Cultural Ring (Anillo Cultural) route.
Cabo Mayor Lighthouse (El Faro de Cabo Mayor): Perched atop the cliffs north of the city, this is one of the finest vantage points to contemplate the Cantabrian coast. You can walk there from El Sardinero along the Mataleñas Coastal Path (Senda de Mataleñas), taking in magnificent coastal views along the way.
