What to do in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Siam Park is an enormous water park inspired by Thailand’s ancient kingdom of Siam. This popular park includes numerous thrill rides and water slides, a beach zone, wave pool and kids’ areas, all of which incorporate Thai themes. Come for the park’s rides and enjoy the equally fascinating design, with remarkable detail shown in its recreation of Thai architectural motifs.

Auditorio de Tenerife is one of the most popular music venues on the island, but it is also one of its most iconic sights. If you walk along the waterfront in Santa Cruz de Tenerife you will find it hard to miss this eye-catching piece of architecture. An elegant curve of white concrete arches over the main building, reflecting the sailing history of the island. Take photos of the striking building before returning here to enjoy something from the eclectic, artistic program.

Las Vistas Beach is one of the largest and most popular beaches in Arona, with calm waters and plenty of space to spread out a towel. Visit this idyllic beach as the perfect place to spend an afternoon swimming, snorkeling or relaxing in the sand.

With clear waters, soft sands and palm trees, it’s no surprise that Teresitas Beach is often compared to the stunning beaches of the Caribbean. Note that although the island is covered with mostly rough, black-sand beaches, Teresitas has imported yellow sands, making it a popular choice for locals and tourists alike. Although the beach can get a little crowded on weekends, the atmosphere remains remarkably laid-back.

Loro Parque attracts more than a million visitors every year with its outstanding animal attractions. With a name that means “Parrot Park” in Spanish, it’s no surprise that the park is best known for its diverse parrot species. Enjoy watching these colorful birds and visit an enormous penguin enclosure and long subterranean aquarium, both of which rank among the largest on the planet.