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This visit begins next to the monument to Juan de la Cosa and will take us to know the Santoña sailor and fishing.
We will begin with the exploits of Juan de la Cosa and his role in the discovery of the Americas with Christopher Columbus. Then we will approach the monument to the Carnival where we will know the Northern Carnival and the unique history of the "Judgment at the bottom of the Sea"
The promenade, "the passage" will also be part of our tour in which we will talk about Santoña as a strong square, in addition to knowing places linked to the Santoña seafaring tradition such as the "Aguada", the "Drying", the "Tintero", the "Machina".
The marina and the promenade of the Italian salt shakers will allow us to know the origin of the famous anchovy steak.
One of our last stages is the fishing port, and the auction room, where we know the mechanism of the sale of the fish.
Finally we will try an anchovy of New Libe Canned, winners of the best anchovy 2025.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Monument to Juan de la Cosa, located on the Santoña promenade (at number 25 Carrero Blanco street)
Itinerary
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1Monumento A Juan De La Cosa
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Paseo Marítimo de Santoña (Pass by)
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.
Admission ticket free -
2Plaza de Toros de Santoña.
We will learn about the particular history of this bullring, one of the closest to the sea (barely 3m) and its curious origin.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Puerto Pesquero de Santona
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Puerto Pesquero
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- 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
Additional info
- 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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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