Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour

Name: Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 14.57 USD
Rating: 8.6 (610 reviews)

The guide gave an excellent explanation of Santoña's history. A very enjoyable visit. Highly recommended.

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Discover the anchovy canning process in Cantabria with this Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour. You'll also visit one of the town's most visited locations.

Details

Duration

1 hour 45 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.

Included

English–speaking guide
Visit to a canning factory in Santoña and tasting of anchovies
Binoculars

When to book

You can book up to 1 hour in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Santoña welcome mural, Avenida de Lons.

Reviews of our customers

8.6

Excellent 6,090 Travelers·610 reviews

September 5, 2026
Esperanza
Navarra, Spain
It was a very pleasant experience. The guide explained everything in an engaging and friendly way. It's a shame the holidays started and the factory v...
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October 10, 2026
Carlos Resel Terradez
AlcalÁ De Henares, Spain
Very well explained by the instructor and Emilia, the worker at the cannery. Highly recommended.
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September 14, 2026
Susana
Santa Coloma De Gramenet, Spain
The guide gave an excellent explanation of Santoña's history. A very enjoyable visit. Highly recommended.
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September 1, 2026
Mar
Madrid, Spain
We enjoyed it very much and Nicolás was an excellent guide.
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September 1, 2026
Itziar
Spain
It was very interesting, better than expected. Everything was very well explained, and there was support information via WhatsApp. It was great that t...
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August 29, 2026
Montse
Barcelona, Spain
Explanations about Santoña, a lovely walk through the marshes with birdwatching, an interesting and comprehensive visit to the anchovy factory, and an...
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August 28, 2026
María Pilar
Spain
It was a very constructive and enjoyable experience. It was very pleasant, even though it was almost an hour long. Highly recommended! I would definit...
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August 27, 2026
Montserrat García López
Madrid, Spain
Niko was charming, very pleasant, and very interesting.
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August 27, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
Highly recommended.
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August 27, 2026
Almudena
Valencia, Spain
A very enjoyable and varied experience. The guide was super friendly and afterwards gave us additional information to learn more about Santoña, its tr...
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Discover the anchovy canning process in Cantabria with this Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour. You'll also visit one of the town's most visited locations.

Description

We'll meet up at the designated time near the welcoming mural of Santoña, situated alongside the Avenida de Lons parking lot. Are you prepared to discover one of Cantabria's hidden treasures? Let's embark on this journey!

Before commencing our excursion, we'll delve into the rich history and culture of Santoña, featuring notable figures like Juan de la Cosa, an esteemed sailor and cartographer from Santoña who played a role in the exploration of the Americas. Additionally, we'll uncover the intriguing tales of the Faro del Caballo and Santoña's renowned Carnival, celebrated as a Festival of National Tourist Interest.

Next, we'll make our way to the Natural Park of the Marshes of Santoña, Victoria, and Joyel. This expansive wetland, among the largest in the northern Iberian Peninsula, boasts remarkable environmental significance. As we traverse this natural gem, we'll provide insights into the region's critical role as a habitat for diverse migratory bird species.

Continuing our journey, we'll visit one of Santoña's anchovy canning factories. Which specific factory we visit will vary depending on the season. We'll witness the meticulous process of preparing anchovy fillets, from fish cleaning to their arrangement and packaging in tins for distribution and consumption.

Concluding our guided tour of the factory, we'll relish a tasting session of Santoña's renowned anchovies. Undoubtedly, this exquisite product has grown to be a symbol of Cantabrian cuisine.

Finally, after between 1 hour and 45 minutes and 2 hours, we'll draw our excursion to a close.

Partial Closures

On Saturday, public holidays, and long weekends, the factory may be closed. In this case, one of its employees will show us an anchovy filleting demonstration.

Types of activities in Santoña

Guided tours and free tours

Other activities in Santoña

Santona Kayak Rental Fort of San Carlos Tour + Boat Ride Tour of Port and Fish Market in Santoña + Anchovy Museum

Discover the anchovy canning process in Cantabria with this Santoña Canning Factory & Marshland Tour. You'll also visit one of the town's most visited locations.

Description

Finally, after between 1 hour and 45 minutes and 2 hours, we'll draw our excursion to a close.

Partial Closures

On Saturday, public holidays, and long weekends, the factory may be closed. In this case, one of its employees will show us an anchovy filleting demonstration.