Santa Cruz de Tenerife Travel Guide

Canary Islands
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Popular cities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Del Duque Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and swimming
Adeje
Known for Dining, Beaches and Shopping
A popular resort location, this gathering spot is home to stylish promenades, sophisticated restaurants and a number of excellent beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Golf Costa Adeje
  • Siam Park
  • Aqualand Costa Adeje
Teresitas Beach showing a beach, general coastal views and swimming
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Known for Islands, Business and Budget
Stroll down tree-lined boulevards, explore art galleries and dine at sophisticated restaurants in Tenerife's capital.

Reasons to visit

  • Teresitas Beach
  • Tenerife Auditorium
  • Plaza de Espana
Puerto de la Cruz which includes a sunset, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool
Puerto de la Cruz
Known for Beaches, Sea and Shopping
This charming town attracts luxury travelers with its colonial plazas, chic restaurants and stylish beaches.

Reasons to visit

  • Loro Park
  • Lago Martianez Swimming Pools
  • Plaza del Charco
Las Vistas Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and a coastal town
Arona
Known for Dining, Beaches and Shopping
This sleepy village is an excellent starting point for visiting some of Tenerife’s most popular beach resorts.

Reasons to visit

  • Playa de las Américas
  • Los Cristianos Beach
  • Playa de la Arenita
La Orotava
La Orotava
Known for Volcano, Natural parks and Mountains
Discover the magic of this lesser-known town, noted for its beautiful 17th-century houses and strong Canarian identity.

Reasons to visit

  • Teide Cable Car
  • Teide Observatory
  • El Teide Peak
El Medano Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
Granadilla de Abona
Known for Budget, Secluded and Volcano
Relaxing Granadilla de Abona awaits: its volcanoes, kitesurfing, spas and more!

Reasons to visit

  • El Medano Beach