A walk through Santillana with Ana (Small groups)

In this walk of just two hours, we do not delve into the history of Santillana, but into its inner history, those small great stories, those curious anecdotes that build the grand edifice of History.
Each year, tens of thousands of tourists walk the cobbled streets of the town, captivated by the unique beauty of its houses, its convents, its towers, its palaces, and, of course, its collegiate church.
They walk immersed in that atmosphere that transports them to another time, another world, admiring every detail, every coat of arms, every stone... and they leave impressed by the unique beauty of this village.
But they have only seen the stage of the play.
They are unaware of the fascinating history that was enacted on this stage over twelve centuries, during which intrigues, deceptions, battles, betrayals, romances... took place, and which we will come to know and unravel throughout this walk.
A walk in which you will enjoy, learn, be surprised, and laugh.
A walk that, surely, will not leave you indifferent.

See you soon!

The tour lasts 2 hours

Available in Spanish

Guide: Ana

Guiding since 2025

Hello, I'm Ana: I have a degree in Tourism and am an official guide. I've been working as a tourist information center since 2011. I love my homeland, Cantabria, and that's why I go out of my way to inform, advise, and recommend things to the people who come to my desk so that their "Cantabrian experience" is unforgettable and, why not, different from the usual. Every person has their own interests, tastes, and expectations, and therefore, each one requires, and deserves, a different approach. Therefore, I could say that my main values are: proximity, rigor, exclusivity, and friendliness. These values I also apply as a guide, far from "my desk," where destiny is written by every step we take along the walks, where my goal is to make people feel special while enjoying learning about the history of every corner of Cantabria. I look forward to seeing you!

5 stops

770 m walking

2 hours

Meeting point:Santillana Del Mar, 39330 Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, SpainNext to the medical office and in front of a large cobblestone parking lot, there is a large wooded park with swings, the Campo de Revolgo. Between the parking lot and the park, you will easily find a green kiosk. Next to it, there is a stone fountain with a goat carved on its front. This will be our meeting point, where I will wait for you. You can recognize me by my brown leather backpack. Around the park, there are several parking lots where you can park.Open in Google Maps →

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Torre del Merino

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5 stops

770 m walking

2 hours

Outside visit

Torre del Merino

Outside visit

Torre de Don Borja

Outside visit

Parador de Santillana Gil Blas

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Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.