Santa Cruz de Tenerife Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a black sand beach, turquoise waters, and colorful buildings.
A mountain with a forested valley and a cloud-covered ridge.
A mountain at sunset with clouds below.
A coastal village with white houses, a winding road, and a rugged coastline.
A coastal landscape with a beach, a ship in the water, and a mountainous area with buildings.

Popular cities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

A crowded beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and buildings in the background.
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

  • Siam Park
  • Fañabé Beach
  • El Duque Beach
A beach with rows of blue and white sun loungers and umbrellas, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of white buildings with red roofs on a hillside.
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
  • Canaries Plongee Tenerife
A resort pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a sunset in the background.
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

  • Lago Martianez Swimming Pools
  • Loro Park
  • Plaza del Charco
A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, palm trees, and buildings in the background.
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
  • Benijo Beach
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a beach, and agricultural fields.
Guia de Isora
Known for Dining, Beaches and Relaxing
Come to romantic Guia de Isora and enjoy its beaches, dining and sports.
A beach with clear water, a child in a colorful swimsuit, and buildings in the background.
San Miguel de Abona
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Family-friendly
Romantic San Miguel de Abona awaits: its sports, dining, beaches and more!

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