Tourist Attractions in Tenerife

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Tenerife

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About Tenerife

The Canary Islands are the beach pearl of the Atlantic, a magnificent place for a holiday in the lap of pristine nature. Tenerife is the largest island of the archipelago. It has numerous national parks, coasts covered with multi-coloured sand and the majestic Teide volcano.

The bathing season lasts in Tenerife until November. At this time the gentle waters of the Atlantic Ocean still retain their summer warmth, even though the air temperature has dropped. The natural sights of the island are so numerous and diverse that you will need more than one week to visit them.

Tenerife is perfect for health holidays. Its gorges are lined with picturesque hiking trails, relic forests allow you to breathe in the healing air with a full chest, and sunbathing energises you for many months to come.

Top-30 Tourist Attractions in Tenerife

Mount Teide

 4.8/5

7397 reviews

The volcano is the highest peak in Spain (3,718 metres). It is located in the centre of the Teide National Park. At an altitude of 3,555 metres there is a viewing platform from where you can see almost all of the Canary Islands. The volcano is the most popular natural attraction of Tenerife. A cable car connected to the motorway leads to its summit.

San Cristóbal de La Laguna

 0/5

The town is located in the northern part of Tenerife near the capital of the island, Santa Cruz. San Cristobal de la Laguna was founded in the XV century by the warlord F. de Lugo after the conquest of Tenerife. Until 1723 it was the capital of the island. Now the city is the cultural and spiritual centre of Tenerife. Since 1999 it has been inscribed on the UNESCO lists due to its unique colonial architecture, which has survived almost unchanged.

Loro Park

 4.6/5

79378 reviews

A nature and entertainment park in the northern part of the island, home to up to 500 species of parrots, as well as dolphins, killer whales, penguins, sea lions, turtles, tigers and other animals. Loro Park combines a zoo, a dolphinarium, a botanical garden and an aquarium on its territory. Visitors can not only look at the animals, but also attend various shows with their participation.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Siam Park

 4.5/5

56141 reviews

Siam Park is considered to be the largest European water park. It is a popular place for holidays with children. There are 25 slides of different complexity on the territory of the water park. Siam Park is decorated in Thai style, as the owners have a special reverence for the culture of South-East Asian countries. There is an improvised floating market, restaurants of Thai cuisine, statues of fairy-tale creatures from Thai epic. The royal family of Thailand was invited to the opening of the park.

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Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tenerife Zoo Monkey Park

 4.5/5

8195 reviews

A small zoo in the south of Tenerife, where in addition to monkeys there are reptiles, panthers, jaguars, exotic birds and even pets. But the main inhabitants of the park are primates, there are about 20 species of them. For visitors there is an opportunity to go to the cages of some monkeys, to communicate with them and feed them. Since 1991, the park has been functioning as a primate breeding centre.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Lago Martiánez

 4.4/5

24063 reviews

A unique park consisting of a system of artificial islands and reservoirs located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. The fact is that the northern part of Tenerife is less suitable for swimming due to the constant waves, so the creation of such a place was justified. There are restaurants, beaches, swimming pools and view terraces on the hulk of the park, from where you can explore the picturesque surroundings. Lago Martianes was designed by architect S. Manrique in 1971.

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Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín

 4.5/5

7735 reviews

A concert hall located in Santa Cruz, the capital of the island. It was built in 2003 and designed by S. Calatrava Vallas. The building is a picturesque example of modern architecture. The Great Hall of the Auditorio de Tenerife has a capacity of 1616 spectators, the Chamber Hall has a capacity of 422 people. Outside, there are terraces overlooking the Atlantic. From afar, the silhouettes of the building resemble the outline of the Opera House in Sydney.

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Museum of Nature and Archaeology

 4.5/5

3695 reviews

The museum is located in Santa Cruz and was founded in 1958. The collection consists of archaeological, botanical, palaeontological and other artefacts found in Tenerife and other islands of the Canary Archipelago. The museum has a natural science library with an impressive book collection. The exhibition is located in the neoclassical building of a former college.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Mercado Ntra. Señora de África

 4.6/5

12762 reviews

The market is located near the bus station of the capital of Tenerife and is well known outside the Canary Islands. It sells local specialities, seafood, exotic fruit and vegetables and Spanish traditional produce. On Sundays, the market opens a flea market selling souvenirs and antiques. The market squares are housed in a building built in a characteristic North African manner.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria

 4.6/5

13401 reviews

The basilica is located in the town of Candelaria, 20 kilometres from the island’s capital. Around the church there are nine statues of the Guanche chiefs, the indigenous inhabitants of the Canary Islands. The main shrine of the church is a wooden statue of the Virgin of Candelaria. The building of the basilica is adjoined to the monastery complex of the Dominican Order. Together they form a single architectural ensemble.

Open time

Monday: 3:00 – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria

 4.6/5

13401 reviews

The church houses the Holy Cross of the Conquistadors, which was brought to Tenerife by the Spanish conqueror F. de Lugo in the 15th century. The church played a major role in the spread of the Christian religion on the island, which is why it bears the official title of “Mother Church” and is popularly regarded as the main cathedral of the town. Until 1638, the church was called the “Temple of the Holy Cross”, from which the name of the whole town was derived.

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Pyramids of Güímar

 3.8/5

6588 reviews

The pyramids of Tenerife are low stepped mounds whose origin is still shrouded in mystery. It is believed that they appeared long before the Guanches settled the island. For a long time the pyramids were not of great interest to researchers until their relative similarity to similar buildings in Mexico, Peru, Mesopotamia and a certain astronomical orientation were discovered.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Cueva del viento

 4.7/5

3668 reviews

The underground part of Tenerife is full of a large number of caves, galleries and passages created by volcanic lava movements. The Cave of the Wind is the largest in Europe (the Canary Islands are administratively part of Europe, despite their location). It was formed over 27,000 years ago as a result of an eruption of one of the island volcanoes. The cave is an underground complex with stone cascades, terraces and lava lakes.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Barranco de Masca

 4.5/5

307 reviews

Masca is a mountain village located at an altitude of 650 metres on the slopes of the Masiso de Teno. The village is surrounded by beautiful cypress groves and palm trees, and is the origin of the gorge of the same name, which is followed by a hiking trail to the ocean coast. In the 15th century, the village was the last refuge of the indigenous population fleeing the Spanish conquistadors. It remained virtually isolated from the outside world until the 1970s.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Barranco del Infierno

 4.5/5

5065 reviews

The gorge is located in the territory of the national park of the same name. Thanks to its unique geographical location, endemic fauna and flora are still preserved here. The gorge is covered with colourful tropical vegetation, its appearance does not correspond to the frightening name at all. There is a 6.5 kilometre hiking route through the mountainous area.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Roque de los Brezos

 4.8/5

19 reviews

The rocks are located within the Teide National Park. They are impossible to pass by when heading to the cable car to the volcano. The area has quite a few hiking trails that lead to natural viewpoints. The Cliffs of de Garcia are a rather desolate rocky landscape, contrasting rather sharply with the lush tropical vegetation of other parts of the island.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Acantilados de Los Gigantes

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Los Gigantes are located on the western slope of the Teide volcano. They are an almost sheer wall of rock, which looks picturesque and imposing from the sea. Next to the rocks there is a small town Los Gigantes, where there are exotic beaches of black volcanic sand. The undeniable advantage of this place is the small number of tourists and the possibility of a quiet holiday.

Orotava Valley

 4.6/5

27 reviews

The Orotava area was home to a Guanche kingdom called Taoro before the Spanish arrived. The valley is surrounded by fertile land and plenty of fresh water sources. Wealthy settlers from Europe built magnificent baroque mansions here, and the mountain slopes were planted with sugar cane. Gradually, a town was formed, which today has become a tourist attraction on the island.

La Esperanza

 0/5

A dense coniferous forest with unique Canarian pine, eucalyptus and cedar trees. The locals consider these forests a “place of power”, as the air here has healing properties and a unique pine odour. In the mornings, a thick fog descends on the trees and an incredible aroma of eucalyptus spreads through the forest. Tourists come here to take health walks and enjoy the rich island vegetation.

Botanical Garden

 4.6/5

16687 reviews

The garden was laid out in the 18th century by order of Carlos III. It should be noted that the monarch was seriously interested in horticulture, he was greatly concerned with the adaptability of plants to different natural conditions. Tenerife seemed to be an excellent field for experiments. The park was created with the aim of acclimatising exotic species to the natural conditions of Tenerife. Gradually, the plant diversity of the garden increased to 4,000 species brought from different parts of the world.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Drago de Icod de los Vinos

 4.4/5

24198 reviews

This unique tree grows in the north-eastern part of Tenerife near the town of Icod de los Vinos. According to various estimates, the tree is over 500 years old, as it was already in existence at the time of the Spanish conquest. The weight of the tree’s massive crown reaches 80 tonnes and its height is 17 metres. The tree was declared a natural monument back in 1917 and its image was placed on the national currency note of 1000 pesetas.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Taoro Park

 4.2/5

372 reviews

A park with exotic vegetation located in the city of Puerto de la Cruz. There are dozens of species of trees and flowers, picturesque alleys, artificial waterfalls and fountains. Taoro occupies an area of 10 hectares. The park is a popular place for walks for citizens and tourists. Here you can breathe fresh air, do sports or admire the flowerbeds.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

El Caletón

 0/5

The natural pools of El Caleton were formed by the meeting of hot lava and cool ocean waters during the eruption of the Trevejo volcano in the early 18th century. At high tide, the niches fill with water and become suitable for swimming. Over time, the pools were equipped with convenient descents. The El Caleton complex is located in the town of Garachico. The pools are visited with pleasure by both Spaniards and foreign tourists.

Playa del Duque

 4.6/5

3178 reviews

A yellow sand beach located on the southern coast of Costa Adeje. El Duque is considered one of the best beaches in Tenerife. It is surrounded by gourmet restaurants, a luxury hotel complex and numerous entertainment venues. The beach is considered the centre of resort life in Tenerife. The beach infrastructure of El Duque is adapted to the most demanding requirements.

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Playa de Benijo

 4.7/5

1068 reviews

A wild beach with black volcanic sand and pebbles, located at the foot of the cliffs in a protected area. It is considered by locals to be the most picturesque beach in Tenerife. The beach area is small – 30 metres of coastal strip and about 500 metres of shoreline. The coastal cliffs offer magnificent views of the blue waters of the ocean, which contrast sharply with the white colour of the sea foam near the shore.

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Beach of the Views

 4.6/5

1993 reviews

The beach is located in the southern part of the island and is one of the longest on Tenerife. Special barriers protect Las Vistas from strong waves and currents, so you can swim comfortably in the coastal waters. There are bars, sports areas, equipment hire and other services on the beach. Moreover, there is a special infrastructure for people with disabilities.

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Playa de Radazul

 4.3/5

2249 reviews

The beach is located in the popular resort of Puerto de la Tenerife, situated in the northern part of the island. Hardin is covered in black volcanic sand and is surrounded by numerous flowering terraces of coconut and banana palms. Lying in the midst of lush gardens, Hardin is a quiet beach suitable for a quiet holiday, complete relaxation and enjoyment of the natural beauty.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Playa de Las Teresitas

 4.6/5

7773 reviews

A one and a half kilometre long beach with a coastline about 70 metres wide. Las Teresitas is covered with golden sand, which was specially imported here in the 1970s directly from the Sahara desert. This feature distinguishes Las Teresitas from other beaches of Tenerife, as the latter are mostly covered with volcanic sand of dark colours. The small village of San Andrés is nearby and there is a large free car park.

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Teno

 0/5

The cape is the westernmost point of the island. It is a rugged cliff with a steep drop into the raging waves. From the observation deck you can see the ocean and the distant outline of the Tenerife coastline. There are two lighthouses on the headland – an old 19th century stone lighthouse and a new, taller one that was erected in 1987. There are two lighthouses on the headland – the old 19th century stone one and the newer, taller one, which was erected in 1987.

Institute of Astrophysics of the Canary Islands

 4.5/5

284 reviews

The Canary Islands are considered one of the best places to observe the starry skies of the Southern Hemisphere, and many European scientists conduct their astronomical research here. The Teide Observatory was founded in 1964 at the Canarian Institute of Astrophysics. The institution has international status and is one of the largest observatories in the world. The telescope is located at an altitude of 2,390 metres.

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