Cabildo de Arriba Travel Guide
Santander



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Popular places to visit

Santander Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Santander with a trip to Santander Ferry Terminal. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Palacio de la Magdalena
Experience the ostentatious splendor of a palatial home where members of the Spanish royal family used to take their summer vacations.

Santander Cathedral
This fortress-like building is actually two churches combined and stands on a pile of Roman ruins. Inside, see religious works of art and sacred relics.

Banco Santander
Consider the importance of this institution in the banking world while you marvel at the building’s vast hole through which vehicles pass.

Mercado La Esperanza
Browse the eclectic range of Cantabrian food at the stalls spread across the two floors of this iconic market hall.

Jardines de Piquio
Delight in the colors and scents of a public garden that sits above two beaches. Enjoy the stellar views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Things to do

Santander: 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay

Gastronomic Cultural Tour. Savoring Santander

Guided tour in English of the center of Santander

Santander: The Caprice of Gaudí, Santillana and Redwood Forest

from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal

Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Cabildo de Arriba

Hotel Picos de Europa
The hotel entrance is round the corner from the cafe where we went in, but the waiter quickly pointed us in the right direction. Staff were great and very helpful. Breakfast in the adjoining cafe was excellent with delicious tortillas. We also used the cafe fir a snack the evening before and again ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Hotel Bahia
El hotel esta bien. Lo unico exactamente desagradable era el mal olor en el baño!! Un olor a alcantarillado horrible que estuvo durante los 4 dias que nos hospedarnos sl parecer el sello del wc esta deficiente. El otro detalle no menos importante fue el trato de la pesona que nos hizo el check in ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Gran Hotel Sardinero
Gran ubicación
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Hotel Santemar
A great hotel with helpful staff. Good location from which to explore the beach and headland. There is parking available but there is also plenty of street parking right outside the hotel (at least there is in mid-April). Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Hotel Chiqui
Nice hotel, check in staff haven't got a clue
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Ibis Styles Santander
One night stay. No drinks in room, but aside from that, ideal
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Cabildo de Arriba

Santander City Centre
Travellers come to Santander City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Casa Pombo and Jardines de Pereda while you're in town.

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.

Perines
Perines is well liked for many features, particularly its beaches, historical sites and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Perines, consider stopping by Mercado La Esperanza or Santander Ferry Terminal, located nearby.

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.

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.

Porrúa
Pristine beaches and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Porrúa. Make a stop by top sights like Iglesia de las Salesas Reales while you're exploring the area.
