Tour of the seafaring Santoña and its fishing port

Tour of the seafaring Santoña and its fishing port

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About This Tour in Santona

This visit, which begins next to the monument to Juan de la Cosa, will take us to know the surroundings of the seafaring and fishing Santoña. We will begin by discovering the exploits of Juan de la Cosa and his role in the discovery of the Americas with Christopher Columbus. Next we will approach the Carnival monument where we will learn about the Northern Carnival and the unique story of the "Judgment at the Bottom of the Sea" The promenade, "the passage" will also be part of our tour in which we will take the opportunity to talk about Santoña as a stronghold, in addition to visiting places linked to the seafaring tradition of Santoña such as the "Aguada", the "Secadero", the "Inkwell", the "Machina". The marina and the Italian salters' walk will allow us to learn about the origin of the famous anchovy fillet. One of our last stages is the fishing port, and its auction room, which we will enter and where we will learn about the mechanism of selling the fish.

Why Visit Santona?

Santona, Spain offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Santona provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Santona

You can reach Santona, Spain by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Santona easily accessible by rail as well.

What's Included

  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

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Monument to Juan de la Cosa, located on the Santoña promenade (at number 25 Carrero Blanco street)

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

We will learn about the exploits of Juan... 10 minutes

We will learn about the exploits of Juan de la Cosa, his role in the discovery of the Americas with Christopher Columbus and his masterpiece, the first world map that included the Americas.

The visit will cover the Santoña promenade (called...

The visit will cover the Santoña promenade (called El Pasaje in Santoña) and along it we will visit unique places linked to the seafaring tradition of the town such as La Aguada, el Secadero, el Tintero, la Machina.

We will learn about the particular history of... 10 minutes

We will learn about the particular history of this bullring, one of the closest to the sea (barely 3m) and its curious origin.

The "Paseo de los Salazoneros Italianos" runs along the marina 10 minutes

The "Paseo de los Salazoneros Italianos" runs along the marina. That is where we will explain the origin of the anchovy fillet and its creation in Santoña.

In the town's fishing port we will enter the world of fishing 30 minutes

In the town's fishing port we will enter the world of fishing. We will learn about the different parts of the boat, the meaning of its registration, in addition to discovering how the Fish Market works and the mechanism for selling fishing at auction.

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