Centro Botín

I still have the warmest memories from Santander and especially this place. In deep autumn it looks very beautiful and melancholic and very like home.

This is just a review of the cafe on the ground level. The coffee and croissants were excellent. We arrived just before opening at 10am and had a seat outside in the shade with a wonderful view of the harbor. The service is as bit slow, but if you are not in a hurry then it is not a problem.

Excellent art gallery with so much to offer. The building itself is so nice! There are 2 floors full of so many artists with so many different perspectives. There are also objects in some of the exhibitions. I definitely recommend a visit.

I love this place! It has been always so charming to me. When I come alone, the "less is more " architecture and its surrounding just simply give me quiet and calm feelings. When Mei comes with me, she enjoys the playground, and, the merry-go-round 😄 besides, the elevator is great fun for children! Yes, of course, don't miss the elevator!!! Another thing is, the center is free for children , so bring them to watch a exposition is a very nice thing to do as well. And I appreciate that, during whole year, they organize many different culture activities , when we don't know what to do with our kid in weekend or holiday, go there, always a good choice

A small but interesting art gallery. The permanent exhibition was only one room, and when I visited (Sept '24) there was a very modern temporary exhibition on the other side (a little too modern for my taste). What I enjoyed most was the room at the end with views overlooking the sea, it was worth €5 just to sit there and relax (see video).

Iconic building but art collection is relatively poor. Bit sad that building design didn’t contemplate Santander’s weather and all the exterior walls need to be covered by a net to avoid falling pieces hit people.

Nice to hang out at the café or check out rooftop of the museum. Large space inside with gorgeous views of the water but sadly not much to see inside. I think they need to have more works to display. Entry for 18 and under is free.

I know, taking the stairs is better for your health, but you've got to believe me, their elevator is hilarious