Península de la Magdalena

Top choice in Santander


At the eastern tip of the bay, this sprawling parkland is perfect for a stroll, and popular with picnickers. Kids will enjoy the resident seals, sea lions and penguins, and the little train that choo-choos around the headland (adult/child €2.45/1.45). The views of nearby beaches across the crashing sea are sensational.


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1. Palacio de la Magdalena

0.19 MILES

The eclectically styled, English-inspired palace crowning the Península de la Magdalena was built between 1908 and 1912 as a gift from Santander to Spain…

2. Playa del Sardinero

0.71 MILES

El Sardinero’s 1.5km-long strand of gorgeous golden sand faces the open sea, north of the Península de la Magdalena. It’s backed by some of Santander’s…

3. Playa del Puntal

0.81 MILES

A 2km-long finger of sand jutting across the bay towards Santander, Playa del Puntal is idyllic on calm days (but beware the currents). A couple of…

4. Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico

0.82 MILES

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5. Playa de Mataleñas

1.44 MILES

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6. Playa de Somo

1.64 MILES

Across the bay from Santander, and just beyond Playa del Puntal, Playa de Somo is a beautiful, gold-tinged beach, often with pretty good surf. A year…

7. Plaza de Cañadío

1.66 MILES

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8. Plaza de Pombo

1.69 MILES

Lined with trees, ringed with cafes and sporting a gazebo in its centre, this long, rectangular plaza is one of Santander's most popular public spaces…

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