Santander Escape Room Experience
Adventure Hunt is a new way to explore, enjoy a stroll and have some fun in the Santander sun. Only 18.50€ per group.
Adventure Hunt is a new outdoor escape room experience in Santander. It is similar to escape rooms and scavenger hunts. Each puzzle uses items in plain sight. They might be murals, buildings, landmarks, water features, statues, play areas, or information boards. The questions are designed to make you think and pay attention, making for a fun group activity.
The Adventure Hunt App helps you navigate between puzzles without simply asking you to follow a dot on a map. Hints can be used if you need assistance solving any of the puzzles. The App is available on both Android and iPhone.
This Adventure Hunt takes place in the heart of Santander, beginning at the historic Plaza Porticada. From there, you’ll journey through the city’s charming streets, uncovering hidden gems, cultural landmarks, and unique local features as you go. Each stop reveals a clue that brings the city’s stories to life, painting a colorful picture of Santander through time. You’ll also be suggested a few optional detours and additional sites to visit that you may complete during or after the hunt. The route ends back at Plaza Porticada with the waterfront just a stone’s throw away, giving you a perfect chance to relax and soak in the views of Santander’s bay. The route covers roughly 3 km and consists of 26 clues. It includes approximately 12 meters of gradual elevation gain.
You should allow 1 to 2 hours to complete the hunt, but we recommend taking your time. Bring water, maybe a snack, and enjoy the journey at your own pace. If you prefer to enjoy some local foods or refreshments along the way, you’ll be in the perfect area of the city to do so, with restaurants and bars galore! To make sure everyone is engaged, we suggest groups of 2 to 4 participants. If your group is larger, split into smaller teams for a fun, friendly competition. Gather your friends or family, challenge your minds, and discover Santander in a brand new way. Adventure is waiting! Are you ready?
New Adventure Hunts in Laredo, Comillas, and more destinations around Cantabria are coming soon! Be sure to follow Adventure Hunt Santander on Facebook or Instagram to stay informed.
Santander FAQ
Is the Santander Adventure Hunt an escape room?
The Adventure Hunts are not an escape room, but it is a fun experience with similar challenges that need some teamwork and lateral thinking. It is very enjoyable for people who enjoy escape rooms. Everything takes place outside, at your own pace – there is no race against the clock. In fact, we encourage people to take a break for a drink, or something to eat and enjoy the lovely surroundings that the Adventure Hunt is set in.
Is Adventure Hunt a walking tour of Santander?
The Adventure Hunt in Santander takes you along the beautiful promenade and city center, showing you some places that you were possibly not aware of. However, it is not a replacement for a historical or guided walk as the focus is on having fun rather than learning.
Is the Santander escape room experience suitable for families?
Yes, Adventure Hunt is great for families.
are the clues complicated?
This is a really difficult question! What we can say is that out of the 10 initial test groups, no single clue was found to be difficult by all groups. Every group did find a couple to be quite challenging, but they were almost always different clues from the other groups.
So we can assure you that you are not faced with any impossible puzzles.
How do I win?
Having fun is winning so there is no need to be too focused on the score. That said, Adventure Hunt has a scoring system, with each clue offering a maximum of 20 points. Collect as many points as you do your Adventure Hunt and compete with friends and other groups.
Can we compete against another group?
Live scores are available within the Adventure Hunt App. You will be able to see the scores of everyone doing the same hunt as you on the Clue Completed page. We encourage a 10-minute break between groups.
Please contact us if you have multiple groups. We can put up a specific configuration so that all of your groups can start on separate clues at the same time.
About santander
ABOUT SANTANDER
Santander is the capital city of the autonomous community and historical region of Cantabria, in northern Spain. This elegant coastal city is located on the shores of the Bay of Santander, opening into the Cantabrian Sea. Surrounded by lush green hills and dramatic coastlines, Santander is known for its maritime heritage, refined architecture, and mild oceanic climate.
WHERE OCEAN BREEZE MEETS NORTHERN CHARM
Santander has roots going back to Roman times. It flourished during the Middle Ages as a key fishing and trading hub and was officially declared a city in 1755. Its role as the port for Castile led to increased wealth and cultural development, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1941, a devastating fire destroyed much of the historic center, but the city rebuilt, blending classic elegance with modern touches. Today, Santander is known as a vibrant coastal city with a thriving cultural scene, pristine beaches, and a rich gastronomic tradition centered on fresh seafood and hearty regional specialties.
MUST-VISIT ATTRACTIONS AND HIDDEN GEMS IN SANTANDER
Palacio de la Magdalena: Perched on a peninsula with sweeping sea views, this 20th-century palace served as the royal family’s summer home. It has been used as a filming location for several movies and TV series, including the 2001 film “The Others”—directed by Alejandro Amenábar and starring Nicole Kidman—and the Spanish TV series “Gran Hotel.” A visit to the peninsula wouldn’t be complete without stopping by the open-air mini-zoo near the entrance, which houses penguins, seals, and sea lions.
Playa del Sardinero: Sardinero Beach is the city’s largest beach. Lined by elegant promenades and old-fashioned hotels, it has a nostalgic Belle Époque feel. You can often find locals playing palas (a traditional Spanish beach paddle game), wind surfing, and fishing on the edges of the beach.
Playa de Somo: To escape the city for a while, take a 20-30 minute ferry from Santander to Somo. Somo Beach features roughly 2km of golden sand, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, long strolls, and surfing.
Senda de Mataleñas & Cabo Mayor Lighthouse: Take this stunning coastal walking trail starting at the northern end of Sardinero Beach to take in some of the best views of the city and its coast. Offering dramatic views of cliffs, coves, and the wild Cantabrian Sea, this paved trail is a favorite spot among locals for hiking, jogging, or simply enjoying fresh sea air and views. The path will eventually lead you to a more hidden city beach: Playa de Mataleñas. Just further north stands the Cabo Mayor lighthouse, a 19th century beacon that still guides ships into the bay of Santander.
Barrio Pesquero: The Fisherman’s Quarter is one of Santander’s most traditional and authentic neighborhoods. Known for its strong maritime character, this working-class neighborhood developed in the 1950s has a down-to-earth, local vibe, with colorful low-rise houses, murals depicting fishing life, and family-run businesses. It’s especially famous for its seafood restaurants, where you can enjoy everything from fresh fish to grilled sardines.
Tapas-Hopping: Visit Plaza de Cañadío, Paseo de Pereda, Mercado del Este, and other small streets (such as Hernán Cortés, Calle Daoiz, Calle Bonifaz, Calle Santa Lucía, and Calle Peña Herbosa) for a wide selection of tapas and refreshing drinks. Local favorites include Casa Lita, Bodega Fuente Dé, and Cañadío.
Contact Details
Opening Hours
Monday – Sunday, 07:30 – 19:30
The hours listed are approximate, you can do an Adventure Hunt whenever there is daylight.
Location Santander
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