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8 Days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: A Tropical Adventure

Tiziano Li Voti

Tiziano Li Voti

15 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where ancient wonders meet breathtaking landscapes. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, explore hidden gems, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for 8 days of tropical bliss!

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Day 1Discovering the Enchanting Anaga Rural Park
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$46

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$ 4

Anaga Rural Park
This 14,419-hectare scenic nature park features wildlife & dozens of small rural settlements.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Historias Para No Dormir
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 2Unveiling the Artistic Treasures of La Laguna
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$57

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$ 7

Real Santuario del Cristo de La Laguna
Catholic church from 1580, with an ornate wood figure of Christ & a replica of the Shroud of Turin.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Sala de Arte Los Lavaderos
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Museum of Nature and Archaeology
Museum tracing islands' natural history, with mummies & artifacts from the native Guanche culture.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$15
6 - 9 min

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Mirador de la Noria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 3Experiencing the Vibrant Culture of Candelaria
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$71

Wind Sculpture by Cesar Manrique
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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El Tanque, Espacio Cultural
8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
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$13
9 - 14 min

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Puente Galceran
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Casa del Carnaval
Gallery space for costumes worn in the annual carnival, with video exhibits & dress-up for kids.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
12 - 18 min

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Candelaria Square
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 4Exploring the Art Scene and Tasting Local Delicacies
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$55

Centro de Arte la Recova
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Plaza de Toros
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante Tahiti
Emblemático Restaurante de la capital tinerfeña, en la Rambla de Santa Cruz, desde 1963. Especialistas en cocina de mercado con un toque casero muy peculiar.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42
Day 5Immerse in History at Museo de Bellas Artes
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$74

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$ 4

Museo de Bellas Artes
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
5 - 8 min

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Castillo de San Cristobal
Underground remains of a 1500s castle & museum with a cannon said to have injured Horatio Nelson.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
5 - 6 min

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Castle of St John the Baptist
This squat, circular stronghold on the water was erected in the 1640s & renovated a century later.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Strasse Santa Cruz
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 6Enjoying the Green Oasis of Parque García Sanabria
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$71

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$ 4

Parque García Sanabria
Lush, roomy green space opened in 1926 featuring fountains & a large clock made of flowers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Plaza de España
Built in 1929, the city's largest square includes the ruins of a historic fort & an artificial lake.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín
Seafront arts complex & auditorium housed in a landmark building with futuristic, curving design.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
6 - 9 min

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Strasse Santa Cruz
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 7Delighting in the Botanical Wonders of Santa Cruz
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$64

Botanical garden
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
1 - 2 min

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Palmetum
Started in 1995 on a former landfill, the 12-hectare botanic garden houses hundreds of palm species.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
7 - 10 min

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Strasse Santa Cruz
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46
Day 8Relaxing on the Pristine Sands of Playa de Las Teresitas
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$66

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$ 4

Playa de Las Teresitas
Palm-fringed, 1.5km beach of imported yellow sand, with loungers, umbrellas, showers & restaurants.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Parque Marítimo César Manrique
Aquatic center featuring 3 saltwater swimming pools amid waterfalls & palm trees, plus a sun deck.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$20
5 - 8 min

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Strasse Santa Cruz
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$46

Budget breakdown: $523 In total

Activities & Food:$503
Transport:$20