Laredo, Cantabria
Provincia de Cantabria · Cantabria · Spain · 11,148 residents · on the coast
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Laredo is a seaside small town in Provincia de Cantabria, Cantabria, Spain, home to around 11,148 people. There are 5 notable places to see in and around town, including La Salvé and Playa de Oriñón. The nearest airport is Bilbao (BIO), about 38 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: La Salvé, Playa de Oriñón and Playa de San Julián (Liendo).
- On the coast, with 5 named beaches nearby.
- Easy to reach: Bilbao (BIO) is 27 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Laredo
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Tours & tickets in Laredo
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Laredo can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Laredo
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for the warm months.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Laredo and the villages around it is a hire car from Bilbao (BIO), about 38 min away.
Best time to visit Laredo
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Bilbao (BIO)27 miles, about 38 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)21 miles, about 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Asturias (OVD)132 miles, about 3 h 7 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 24 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Bilbao (20 miles), Santander (20 miles).
Laredo is good for
Around Laredo
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Laredo worth visiting?
Yes. Laredo is known for La Salvé, Playa de Oriñón and Playa de San Julián (Liendo), and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Laredo from the UK?
Fly to Bilbao (BIO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 38 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 21 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 13 h 24 min.
Is Laredo good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Laredo?
Bilbao (27 miles), Santander (20 miles), Getxo (21 miles) and Portugalete (21 miles) are all within an hour or so.