El Castillo Caves and Paleotithic Art- small groups

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

5 hours

Mobile ticket

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the caves of El Castillo and Las Monedas, both world heritage caves for their cave paintings

• Walk around the cozy village of Puente Viesgo

• Enjoy the views over the Pas River

SUMMARY

After picking you up at your hotel, we will travel to Puente Viesgo to visit the famous caves of "El Castillo" and "Las Monedas", both World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, 2008.

The "El Castillo" Cave has paintings considered among the oldest preserved in the world. The silhouettes of hands in negative are famous, which according to archaeologists belong to more than 50 different people. Las Monedas cave will offer us beautiful silhouettes drawn in charcoal from the Magdalenian period. This cave also has a high geological value.

Finally, we will take a short walk through the village of Puente Viesgo

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A maximum of 8 people per booking

This tour has a minimum of 4 people for final tour confirmation

Tour request approval depends on cave entrance tickets availability

Children must be accompanied by an adult

The visit into the cave is only in Spanish available, your guide access with you to translate

Tour may be operated by multi-lingual guide

Temperature into the Caves is 12ºC all year

This tour is NOT recommended for people with mobility problems

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Entrance ticket to Las Monedas Cave

Driver/guide

Entrance ticket to El Castillo Cave

Transport by private vehicle

Food and drinks

What To Expect

Cave of El Castillo

This has has been declared World Heritage by Unesco and it is one of the most important caves in the world for its cave paintings. Please notice that the regular visit is in Spanish. Please contact us if you want to have a private tour in English or someone translating the visit for you into English.

1 hour•Admission Included

Cueva De Las Monedas

This cave had been declared World Heritage by Unesco in the year 2008. Please notice that the regular visit is in Spanish. Please contact us if you want to have a private tour in English or someone translating the visit for you into English

1 hour•Admission Included

Options

Regular tour - small groups

Duration: 5 hours
Minivan
Pickup included

Reviews

4.91

22 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Magical prehistoric caves a short drive from Santander
ROBERT G,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The Castillo and Monedas caves were fantastic, even just in terms of geology. Add the mystery of the ancient human artwork and the wonder of 40,000 years of preservation, and you get the gift of an experience full of wonder. Our guide, Pepe, was genuinely kind, knowledgeable and fun. The guides at the two caves were really excellent and engaging. Do wear solid anti-slip shoes to maneuver the stairs and floors, and keep an eye open for low ceilings.
Amazing tour.
Nanette M,
May 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour guides were so knowledgeable and helpful. And the driver was so friendly and kind. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in learning about history and caves. They were incredible.
Highly recommended
Lisa D,
Oct 31, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Great tour and our guide was very nice. Pretty amazing to see the caves and drawings. I would highly recommend to anyone who is in the area. There is a bit of walking and a few steps! But 100% worth it.
Essex cave people
Sharon G,
Jun 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Our guides were fabulous, multilingual and were really knowledgeable and helpful. A trip well worth undertaking.
Important discoveries - well organized tour.
John S,
Jun 21, 2024
- Viator
4.00
Cave tour was well organized and informative - guide translated presentation to english for us as we toured. Wanted more time in the caves and to see more of the paintings!