Title: Things to Do in Santillana del Mar in 2026 | Expedia.com [Santillana del Mar Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santillana-Del-Mar.dx603042)[Hotels in Santillana del Mar](https://expedia.com/Santillana-Del-Mar-Hotels.d603042.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santillana del Mar](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Santillana-Del-Mar.d603042.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Santillana del Mar](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Santillana-Del-Mar.d603042.Car-Rental-Guide)[Santillana del Mar Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Santillana-Del-Mar.d603042.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Santillana del Mar ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Santillana del Mar Types of activities [Santillana del Mar Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Santillana-del-Mar.dx603042) ![Colegiata Santillana del Mar (Cantabria - Spain). 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Santillana del Mar | Number of things to do | 17 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Santillana del Mar and the medieval Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana](/things-to-do/santillana-del-mar-and-the-medieval-collegiate-church-of-santa-juliana.a49439832.activity-details): $16 | | Top 5 things to do | [Santander: Comillas, Modernismo y Capricho de Gaudi](/things-to-do/santander-comillas-and-capricho-de-gaudi.a4526877.activity-details)[Comillas, architectural gem of Cantabria and the Caprice of Gaudí](/things-to-do/comillas-architectural-gem-of-cantabria-and-the-caprice-of-gaudi.a49796730.activity-details)[from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal](/things-to-do/from-santander-pilgrimage-day-to-santo-toribio.a4553328.activity-details)[From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion](/things-to-do/from-santander-or-torrelavega-soplao-cave-excursion.a4512925.activity-details)[Santillana: Gaudí’s Caprice, Comillas and Redwood Forest](/things-to-do/santillana-capricho-gaudi-ticket-santillana-del-mar-and-redwoods.a49756689.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Comillas, architectural gem of Cantabria and the Caprice of Gaudí](/things-to-do/comillas-architectural-gem-of-cantabria-and-the-caprice-of-gaudi.a49796730.activity-details)[Santillana del Mar and the medieval Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana](/things-to-do/santillana-del-mar-and-the-medieval-collegiate-church-of-santa-juliana.a49439832.activity-details) | | With kids | [Santander: Comillas, Modernismo y Capricho de Gaudi](/things-to-do/santander-comillas-and-capricho-de-gaudi.a4526877.activity-details)[Comillas, architectural gem of Cantabria and the Caprice of Gaudí](/things-to-do/comillas-architectural-gem-of-cantabria-and-the-caprice-of-gaudi.a49796730.activity-details)[from Santander: Fascinating Saint Sebastian of Garabandal](/things-to-do/from-santander-pilgrimage-day-to-santo-toribio.a4553328.activity-details)[From Santander or Torrelavega: Soplao Cave Excursion](/things-to-do/from-santander-or-torrelavega-soplao-cave-excursion.a4512925.activity-details)[Santillana: Gaudí’s Caprice, Comillas and Redwood Forest](/things-to-do/santillana-capricho-gaudi-ticket-santillana-del-mar-and-redwoods.a49756689.activity-details) | ## What to do in Santillana del Mar --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Santillana del Mar? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Santillana del Mar ![Collegiate Church of Santa Juliana in Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain, Shutterstock ID 186270542, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121588/78937bd3-d33e-4e42-be85-0f6ea60ef5ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar 4.5/5(8 reviews) Collegiate Church of Santillana del Mar is just one of the places to see in Santillana del Mar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the festivals in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Collegiate-Church-Of-Santillana-Del-Mar-Santillana-del-Mar.d6121588.Vacation-Attraction) #### Caves of Altamira 4.5/5(17 reviews) You can find out about the history of Santillana del Mar with a visit to Caves of Altamira. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.com/Caves-Of-Altamira-Santillana-del-Mar.d6121590.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santillana del Mar Zoo 4.5/5(5 reviews) Why not meet the animals who call Santillana del Mar Zoo home during your travels in Santillana del Mar? Experience the festivals and art scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Santillana-Del-Mar-Zoo-Santillana-del-Mar.d6183194.Vacation-Attraction) #### National Museum and Research Center of Altamira You can browse the exhibits at National Museum and Research Center of Altamira, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Santillana del Mar. Experience the festivals and art scene in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-And-Research-Center-Of-Altamira-Santillana-del-Mar.d6182718.Vacation-Attraction) #### Calle de Juan Infante Enjoy an outing to Calle de Juan Infante during your stay in Santillana del Mar. Experience the festivals and art scene in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Calle-De-Juan-Infante-Santillana-del-Mar.d553248621532487501.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hermitage of Santa Justa You can find out about the history of Santillana del Mar with a stop at Hermitage of Santa Justa. Experience the art scene and festivals in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Hermitage-Of-Santa-Justa-Santillana-del-Mar.d553248635974599737.Vacation-Attraction) #### Calle de Santo Domingo Enjoy an outing to Calle de Santo Domingo during your stay in Santillana del Mar. Experience the art scene and festivals in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Calle-De-Santo-Domingo-Santillana-del-Mar.d553248621532487498.Vacation-Attraction) #### Museum of the Inquisition You can browse the exhibits at Museum of the Inquisition, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santillana del Mar. Take in the festivals in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-The-Inquisition-Santillana-del-Mar.d6121586.Vacation-Attraction) #### Torre de Don Borja You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Torre de Don Borja in Santillana del Mar. Experience the art scene and festivals in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Torre-De-Don-Borja-Santillana-del-Mar.d830396714696331264.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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