Due to the large number and diversity of trees that it preserves, where unusual tree species such as giant Californian sequoias, Himalayan cedars, the lily of Japan or American and African palms stand out, it has been declared a historic-artistic park.
The old fishing port was located in front of the church of San Jorge, but after a long process of gaining ground over the sea, the municipal park was created between 1913 and 1927. In 1914, the institution in charge of carrying out the works on the Abra Bay, the Port Works Board, agreed to lease these spaces to the Town Hall on the sole condition that they be used exclusively for public parks. They also pointed out that the only construction allowed would be a kiosk.
Beside the Church of San Jorge stands a sculpture called "Boy Fishing". This life-sized bronze figure marks where the sea front used to be. The old fishing port was located here until the early 20th century. The statue was made by sculptor Benito Valladares from Cadiz.
The circular bandstand in the centre of the park was erected in 1917. Its base is surrounded by a platform decorated with multi-coloured ceramic mosaics depicting local traditions and tributes to local clubs and associations. The interior is also decorated with reliefs commemorating illustrious personages from Santurtzi.
The park showcases medieval Santurtzi with a replica of the Romanesque tympanum of the Church of San Jorge, and the present day with the contemporary sculptures of the outdoor sculpture museum.
The stump of an almost one-hundred-year-old cedar tree also shows the history of the town through different historical landmarks.
The park has remained unchanged until 2009, when it was renovated in accordance with its original structure.