Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

The Santander sightseeing bus offers a convenient way to explore one of Spain's most beautiful cities at your own pace, with the option to get on and off as desired.

Route and Stops

The Santander hop-on hop-off bus includes 9 stops and follows a 40-minute route. It covers all major tourist areas while providing recorded commentary in English throughout the journey. Key locations include Sardinero beach, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Ascension, Puerto Chico, the Maritime Museum, and Magdalena Palace, the city's most recognized building.

Important: Stop 3 is out of service due to ongoing construction.

How it Works

The ticket remains valid for 24 hours from its initial use, allowing unlimited access to the buses during this period. A start date must be selected when booking, but the service can be started within 12 months from that date.

Magdalena Sightseeing Train

The ticket also includes a trip around the Magdalena Peninsula on the sightseeing train, featuring a 20-minute panoramic tour with an audio guide that provides information about various attractions, including the iconic Magdalena Palace. This encompasses a return trip on the train and unlimited use of the tourist bus for 24 hours.

Schedule and Timetable

The Santander hop-on hop-off bus operates from 10 am to 7 pm, with departures every 35 minutes on weekends and every 75 minutes on weekdays. The Magdalena sightseeing train runs from 10 am to 2 pm and 3:30 pm to 6:20 pm, with a frequency of 20 minutes.