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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: A Tropical Adventure

Sara Knani

4 Jan 2024

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Embark on a 6-day journey to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a tropical paradise filled with stunning landscapes and cultural treasures. Discover lush parks, historic castles, pristine beaches, architectural marvels, and vibrant markets. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this Canary Island gem.

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and History - Parque García Sanabria & Castillo de San Cristobal

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$8

Hotel Papa

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Directions

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

9 - 14 min

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Directions

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

Day 2Nature's Wonderland - Anaga Rural Park

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$0

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$ 7

Hotel Papa

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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Directions

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

Day 3Beach Bliss - Playa de Las Teresitas

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$0

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$ 7

Hotel Papa

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

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

Day 4Architectural Delights - Palmetum, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín & Plaza de España

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$30

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$ 7

Hotel Papa

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Palmetum

Started in 1995 on a former landfill, the 12-hectare botanic garden houses hundreds of palm species.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$5

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín

Seafront arts complex & auditorium housed in a landmark building with futuristic, curving design.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Plaza de España

Built in 1929, the city's largest square includes the ruins of a historic fort & an artificial lake.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Aquatic Escapades - Parque Marítimo César Manrique & Museum of Nature and Archaeology

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$35

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$ 7

Hotel Papa

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Parque Marítimo César Manrique

Aquatic center featuring 3 saltwater swimming pools amid waterfalls & palm trees, plus a sun deck.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$20

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Museum of Nature and Archaeology

Museum tracing islands' natural history, with mummies & artifacts from the native Guanche culture.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

Day 6Cultural Immersion - Mercado Ntra. Señora de África, Casa del Carnaval & Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria

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$13

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$ 7

Hotel Papa

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Mercado Ntra. Señora de África

Established in 1943, this bustling, traditional venue features produce, meat & seafood sellers.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Casa del Carnaval

Gallery space for costumes worn in the annual carnival, with video exhibits & dress-up for kids.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria

Church & pilgrimage site with murals, designated a minor basilica by Pope Benedict XVI in 2011.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $118 In total

Activities & Food:$85

Transport:$33