Top Tourist Places To Visit in Tenerife

Top Tourist Places To Visit in Tenerife

  • Tenerife
  • Spain
  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Currency
    Euro
  • Region
    Santa Cruz de Tenerife
  • Geographic Coordination
    28°16′7″N 16°36′20″W
  • Area
    785.3 sq mi (2,034 km2)
  • Population
    886,033
  • Country
    Spain

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Tenerife Overview

Tenerife, a Spanish island, is the largest of the seven Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa. Tenerife has an area of 2034.38 square kilometers, and a population 886,033, which make it the most populated island of the Canary Islands and Spain. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of the island and the head of the island council (cabildo insular). The Island is steeped in history and characterized by its varied landscapes of lush green forests, spectacular beaches, volcanoes, mountains and deserts. There are so many different places to visit and things to experience in Tenerife that a trip to this Island will be one to remember.


Climate and Geography

South - dry climate, North- wetter climate

Suitable Visiting Seasons ( months) : Throughout the year

Transportation

√ Bus The public bus service on Tenerife is very good. Buses are called guagua in the local language. The public bus service, called TITSA, operates several routes throughout the island, with fares being very reasonable. You can get a bus schedule from any bus station or from your hotel

√ Taxis Taxis can be privately hired for sightseeing and many also offer planned itineraries covering the more popular attractions on the island.

Getting Around : Air : - The island of Tenerife is served by Tenerife North - Los Rodeos Airport (GCXO) and Reina Sofía Airport (GCTS). Sea : - As it is an island, the only other way to arrive on Tenerife is by ferry, either to Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Los Cristianos, near Playa de Las Américas.

Shopping and Entertainment

Welcome to the spenders paradise! Shopping in Tenerife is positively sparkling! If you like spoiling yourself to treats when going on a shopping spree then Tenerife is the place. There are many locations that make shopping in Tenerife varied, interesting and great place for finding those bargains. There is also a wide variety of food shops in Tenerife.

→ Nightlife
At the rowdy end of the spectrum, Playa de las Americas is the nightlife capital of Tenerife. The entertainment in this town can be divided into three distinct areas: the Patch, Veronicas and Starco. The Patch is a small commercial district that caters to family entertainment. It is packed with continental restaurants, bars and shops, and has a distinctly touristy feel to it. Most of the bars here are children-friendly and many serve food during the afternoon. Veronicas and Starco serve up more adult-orientated entertainment. Both areas are packed with bars and nightclubs, and are located within easy walking distance of each other.

If you’re in the mood for a quieter night out, you should head to one of the other resort towns such as Puerto de la Cruz, where you can enjoy tapas and a glass of local wine. There are numerous English pubs on the island which offer a relaxing place to have a pint and meet some other tourists. For something a little more sophisticated, check out the Casino Taoro in Puerto de la Cruz.

→ Theatre and Music
Like most tourist islands, Tenerife has its fair share of live musical performances, scattered around the various hotels, bars and nightclubs. There are also several unusual performances here, like the medieval dinner show at Castillo San Miguel in the southern part of the island. For a dose of Spanish flamenco dancing, check out the show at the Pyramid de Arona Auditorium in Playa de las Americas. Opera lovers don’t have to miss out either. Tenerife’s opera season runs from October through December.

Entertainment : → Nightlife At the rowdy end of the spectrum, Playa de las Americas is the nightlife capital of Tenerife. The entertainment in this town can be divided into three distinct areas: the Patch, Veronicas and Starco. The Patch is a small commercial district that caters to family entertainment. It is packed with continental restaurants, bars and shops, and has a distinctly touristy feel to it. Most of the bars here are children-friendly and many serve food during the afternoon. Veronicas and Starco serve up more adult-orientated entertainment. Both areas are packed with bars and nightclubs, and are located within easy walking distance of each other. If you’re in the mood for a quieter night out, you should head to one of the other resort towns such as Puerto de la Cruz, where you can enjoy tapas and a glass of local wine. There are numerous English pubs on the island which offer a relaxing place to have a pint and meet some other tourists. For something a little more sophisticated, check out the Casino Taoro in Puerto de la Cruz. → Theatre and Music Like most tourist islands, Tenerife has its fair share of live musical performances, scattered around the various hotels, bars and nightclubs. There are also several unusual performances here, like the medieval dinner show at Castillo San Miguel in the southern part of the island. For a dose of Spanish flamenco dancing, check out the show at the Pyramid de Arona Auditorium in Playa de las Americas. Opera lovers don’t have to miss out either. Tenerife’s opera season runs from October through December. → Festivals There are a handful of festivals throughout the year in Tenerife as well as traditional Spanish religious celebrations.
  • Carnival in Tenerife - Tied to Easter celebrations, this month-long party features stunning costumes, marching bands, music and mayhem. The Grand Parade is the highlight, but many more events follow. Festivities begin in Santa Cruz then spread out to the other towns and villages (February).
  • The Music Festival of the Canary Islands in June is one of the most prestigious classical music festivals in Europe. Many of the continent’s best performers and orchestras take part.
  • The Sabandeno Festival in September is a folklore music festival in La Laguna featuring Canarian and foreign groups.
  • San Andres is a relatively new wine tasting festival in the towns of Icod, La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz and features local wines (November).
  • Corpus Christi is a local celebration featuring carpets of flowers and volcanic earth in the towns of La Orotava and La Laguna (June).

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