Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Costa Verde December 2025 | Expedia.ca [Costa Verde Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Costa-Verde.dx553248635976194763)[Hotels in Costa Verde](https://expedia.ca/Costa-Verde-Hotels.d553248635976194763.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Costa Verde](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Costa-Verde.d553248635976194763.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Costa Verde Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Costa-Verde.d553248635976194763.Car-Rental-Guide)[Costa Verde Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Costa-Verde.d553248635976194763.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Costa Verde ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Costa Verde Types of activities Where to stay [Costa Verde travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Costa-Verde.dx553248635976194763) ![Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196814-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196814-Cantabria.jpg) ![Santander - Cantabrian Coast showing general coastal views, rocky coastline and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260260-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196816-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196816-Cantabria.jpg) ![Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/234000/234471-Santander.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/234000/234471-Santander.jpg) ![Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/234000/234467-Lugo-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Expedia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/234000/234467-Lugo-Province.jpg) ## Costa Verde Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Costa Verde has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Costa Verde is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Costa Verde to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Costa Verde Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Costa Verde. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Costa Verde attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. El Sardinero Beach El Sardinero Beach is one of the most popular and lively strands in Santander. Surrounded by scenic verdant gardens and jagged bluffs, the beach offers stunning views in all directions. Take your whole family for a swim in the calm and shallow waters of the Bay of Biscay. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Sardinero-Beach-Spain.d6121563.Vacation-Attraction) ![El Sardinero Beach featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121563/d94895d6-d666-4568-9ac0-96d09caba7d7.jpg) ### 2\. San Lorenzo Beach With golden sand and a beautiful seaside outlook, San Lorenzo Beach is a favorite for tourists and residents of Gijón alike. Make the short walk down from the town center to discover this beloved urban beach. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Lorenzo-Beach-Gijon-City-Centre.d6121634.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Lorenzo Beach showing a city, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121634/91d457f3-1afa-4b0a-93b2-8a901ddca1fd.jpg) ### 3\. Palacio de la Magdalena Enter the richly decorated rooms and salons of the Palacio de la Magdalena where Spanish royals used to enjoy their vacations. This magnificent early 20th-century building was the summer residence of King Alfonso XIII and Queen Victoria Eugenia de Battenberg for 18 years. They ruled Spain until the country became a republic for the second time, in 1931. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Palacio-De-La-Magdalena-Santander.d6122416.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palacio de la Magdalena showing heritage architecture, a house and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122416/1e14cc3c-80ba-4f9a-b553-6229c4ab4f74.jpg) ### 4\. Calle Uria The Calle Uria is considered the main artery of Oviedo’s old quarter in the heart of the city. Partly running alongside the edge of the Campo de San Francisco park, the street comprises a wide avenue flanked by restaurants, bars and the main commercial outlets of the city. Snap photos of some of the most impressive buildings that line this iconic street. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Calle-Uria-Oviedo.d6355557.Vacation-Attraction) ![Calle Uria featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355557/427d3e00-4a82-40eb-a2fd-e4922e9ed871.jpg) ### 5\. Santander Cathedral Santander Cathedral has been a dominant presence since the 13th century, an austere Gothic structure on the incline of a hill. Explore this grandiose medieval church which occupies a site that once housed Roman baths and later an abbey. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Santander-Cathedral-Santander-City-Centre.d6122412.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santander Cathedral showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122412/52831eb6-1b1b-469d-acac-ce3da106eab4.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Costa Verde | Number of things to do | 11 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Gijón : Walking Tour of the Historic Centre](/things-to-do/gijon-walking-tour-of-the-historic-centre.a48184811.activity-details): CA $20 | | Top 5 things to do | [Excursion to Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onís from Gijón](/things-to-do/excursion-to-lakes-of-covadonga-and-cangas-de-onis-from-gijon.a45742394.activity-details)[From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip](/things-to-do/from-gijon-luarca-cudillero-and-aviles-day-trip.a46305771.activity-details)[From Gijón: Covadonga Lakes, Cangas de Onís and Lastres](/things-to-do/from-gijon-covadonga-cangas-de-onis-and-lastres-day-trip.a46305761.activity-details)[Gijón : Walking Tour of the Historic Centre](/things-to-do/gijon-walking-tour-of-the-historic-centre.a48184811.activity-details)[Tour privado por Gijón](/things-to-do/tour-privado-por-gijon.a48083571.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Gijón : Walking Tour of the Historic Centre](/things-to-do/gijon-walking-tour-of-the-historic-centre.a48184811.activity-details)[Tour privado por Gijón](/things-to-do/tour-privado-por-gijon.a48083571.activity-details)[Private tour to Gijón](/things-to-do/private-tour-to-gijon.a48373370.activity-details)[Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon](/things-to-do/classic-romantic-walking-tour-in-gijon.a3388696.activity-details)[Private Guided Walking Tour in Gijon](/things-to-do/private-guided-walking-tour-in-gijon.a49827189.activity-details) | | With kids | [Excursion to Lakes of Covadonga and Cangas de Onís from Gijón](/things-to-do/excursion-to-lakes-of-covadonga-and-cangas-de-onis-from-gijon.a45742394.activity-details)[From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip](/things-to-do/from-gijon-luarca-cudillero-and-aviles-day-trip.a46305771.activity-details)[From Gijón: Covadonga Lakes, Cangas de Onís and Lastres](/things-to-do/from-gijon-covadonga-cangas-de-onis-and-lastres-day-trip.a46305761.activity-details)[Gijón : Walking Tour of the Historic Centre](/things-to-do/gijon-walking-tour-of-the-historic-centre.a48184811.activity-details) | ## What to do in Costa Verde --- ### Explore areas of Costa Verde ![Banco Santander showing heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260215-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santander City Centre 5/5(1 area review) Wander through the picturesque gardens and along the coastal boulevard, enter the vast cathedral and examine the fascinating monuments in the heart of Santander. [](https://expedia.ca/Santander-Santander-City-Centre.dx553248633937780725) ![Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura featuring heritage elements, a city and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/259000/259933-Laboral-Ciudad-De-La-Cultura.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gijon City Centre 4.5/5(4 area reviews) Discover an array of fascinating ruins from the Roman era and sunbathe on the beaches of this central neighborhood of Gijón. [](https://expedia.ca/Gijon-Gijon-City-Centre.dx553248633937781437) ![El Sardinero Beach which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260253-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Sardinero While visiting El Sardinero, you might make a stop by sights like El Sardinero Beach and Jardines de Piquio. [](https://expedia.ca/Santander-El-Sardinero.dx953381461273247744) ![Aquarium of Gijon showing modern architecture, a sunset and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/259000/259283-Asturias.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Distrito Oeste You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Distrito Oeste. You might want to make time for a stop at Aquarium of Gijon or Playa de Poniente. [](https://expedia.ca/Gijon-Distrito-Oeste.dx553248633936349835) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260228-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Gándara Vacation in a northern Spanish town that is set amid spectacular natural landscapes and close to an ancient cave system decorated with Paleolithic art. [](https://expedia.ca/Santander-La-Gandara.dx553248634015641023) ![Museum of the Asturian People showing modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/259000/259276-Asturias.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Distrito Rural Este 4/5(1 area review) Not far from downtown Gijón is an area offering places of natural beauty and a range of cultural attractions, including a “City of Culture” contained in one monumental building. [](https://expedia.ca/Gijon-Distrito-Rural-Este.dx553248633936349945) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Costa Verde ![Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos which includes modern architecture, a city and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/259000/259322-Oviedo-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oviedo ![Santander showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/260000/260251-Cantabria.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santander ![Gijon showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/259000/259373-Gijon-Asturias-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gijon ![Photo "Candas" by Alejandro Polanco (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/e0b0423a285eb91feaccae39bfda7008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [Alejandro Polanco](https://www.panoramio.com/user/352?with_photo_id=110570495) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Candas ![Aviles which includes a bridge and heritage elements as well as an individual child](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/259000/259262-Asturias.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aviles ![Llanes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c1c367de8835175fd30163644e931184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Llanes ![Villaviciosa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ee64071b9159de9dd26ccde2e0a8d663.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Villaviciosa ![Photo by Noe M](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/be431143e69cb8446691d7433c72d7cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cudillero ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Packages - Cars - [Chalets in Leitariegos Ski Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort-Chalets.d553248621593726081-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Cheap Hotels in Leitariegos Ski Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d553248621593726081-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Leitariegos Ski Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d553248621593726081-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Leitariegos Ski Resort Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort-Hotels.d553248621593726081.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Rv Parks in Leitariegos Ski Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort-RV-Parks.d553248621593726081-aaRVParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [B&B in Marina Lucense ](https://www.expedia.ca/Marina-Lucense-Bed-And-Breakfast.d553248621593726073-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Condo Rentals in Marina Lucense ](https://www.expedia.ca/Marina-Lucense-Condos.d553248621593726073-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Mountain Hotels in Marina Lucense ](https://www.expedia.ca/Marina-Lucense-Hotels-Mountain-Hotels.0-0-d553248621593726073-tMountainHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Marina Lucense Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Marina-Lucense-Hotels.d553248621593726073.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Leitariegos Ski Resort Vacations ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort.d553248621593726081.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Visit Leitariegos Ski Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Leitariegos-Ski-Resort.dx553248621593726081) - [Marina Lucense Vacations ](https://www.expedia.ca/Marina-Lucense.d553248621593726073.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Visit Marina Lucense ](https://www.expedia.ca/Marina-Lucense.dx553248621593726073) - [Record Rent A Car Rental Cars in Marina Lucense ](https://www.expedia.ca/Record-Rent-A-Car-Car-Rentals-In-Marina-Lucense.d553248621593726073-c30.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Rent A Wreck Rental Cars in Fuentes del Narcea ](https://www.expedia.ca/Rent-A-Wreck-Car-Rentals-In-Fuentes-Del-Narcea.d553248635975748454-c33.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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