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10 Days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: A Journey of Discovery

Jessica Duhan

Jessica Duhan

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where ancient marvels and vibrant culture await. Explore historic castles, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Canary Islands. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Atlántico and San Cristobal
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$126

Atlántico
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$11
2 - 3 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Panaria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$57
4 - 6 min

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Mister Smile
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$33
Day 2Strolling Through Parque García Sanabria and Unleashing Your Inner Explorer
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$163

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$ 5

Bar-Terraza Parque García Sanabria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$39
2 - 3 min

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Parque García Sanabria
Lush, roomy green space opened in 1926 featuring fountains & a large clock made of flowers.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$11
14 - 21 min

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Palmetum
Started in 1995 on a former landfill, the 12-hectare botanic garden houses hundreds of palm species.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$8
9 - 14 min

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McDonald's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$51
1 - 2 min

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Subway
Your local Subway Restaurant, located at Avenida Manuel Hermoso Rojas16 brings delicious ingredients and mouth-watering flavors in billions of sandwich, salad and wrap combinations to you. An alternative to traditional fast food, we offer freshly cut veggies, toppings, protein and freshly-baked ...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 3A Gastronomic Delight at Restaurante New City and Botanical Wonders
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$118

Restaurante New City
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
12 - 18 min

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Botanical garden
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
12 - 17 min

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100 Montaditos
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
4 - 6 min

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Subway
Your local Subway Restaurant, located at Avenida Manuel Hermoso Rojas16 brings delicious ingredients and mouth-watering flavors in billions of sandwich, salad and wrap combinations to you. An alternative to traditional fast food, we offer freshly cut veggies, toppings, protein and freshly-baked ...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 4Immerse Yourself in Art and Nature at Mag - Café - Bistró and Playa de Las Teresitas
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$152

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$ 5

Mag - Café - Bistró - Auditorio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$30
1 - 2 min

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Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín
Seafront arts complex & auditorium housed in a landmark building with futuristic, curving design.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$38
23 - 28 min

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Playa de Las Teresitas
Palm-fringed, 1.5km beach of imported yellow sand, with loungers, umbrellas, showers & restaurants.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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El Tunel
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$54
2 - 3 min

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La Pandorga
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 5Discovering the Marine Paradise and Ancient Treasures
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$137

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$ 5

Bluefin Plaza
Restaurante con terraza, menús diarios, tapas espléndidas a precios razonables, elaboradas al detalle, con calidad y creatividad propias. Visita nuestra web y descubre nuestra carta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
8 - 12 min

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Parque Marítimo César Manrique
Aquatic center featuring 3 saltwater swimming pools amid waterfalls & palm trees, plus a sun deck.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$30
5 - 6 min

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Museum of Nature and Archaeology
Museum tracing islands' natural history, with mummies & artifacts from the native Guanche culture.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$23
4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
1 - 2 min

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Restaurante el Lagar de la Noria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27
Day 6A Cultural Extravaganza at Charcuteria la Garriga and Real Santuario del Cristo de La Laguna
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$158

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$ 5

Charcuteria la Garriga
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
2 - 3 min

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Circulo de Bellas Artes de Tenerife
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
8 - 12 min

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Casa del Carnaval
Gallery space for costumes worn in the annual carnival, with video exhibits & dress-up for kids.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
19 - 23 min

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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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Campo Dei Fiori
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$45
6 - 9 min

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Tasca 61
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 7Artistic Marvels and Culinary Delights Await
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$156

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$ 5

Bar Cantabrico
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
2 - 3 min

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TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$30
8 - 10 min

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Sala de Arte Los Lavaderos
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tasca Mesón el Portón
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
1 - 2 min

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Gom
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$51
Day 8Exploring the Historic Recova and Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria
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$132

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$ 5

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
1 - 2 min

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Centro de Arte la Recova
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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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
2 - 3 min

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Bar Restaurante Plaza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$54
1 - 2 min

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Doña Pata
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$57
Day 9Embrace Nature's Beauty at Anaga Rural Park
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$96

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$ 15

La Ola
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$21
40 - 48 min

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Anaga Rural Park
This 14,419-hectare scenic nature park features wildlife & dozens of small rural settlements.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
56 - 68 min

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Restaurante la Charca
Especialidad en cocina canaria. Disponemos de terraza y parking propio.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
38 - 46 min

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Melian Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 10Savoring Local Flavors and Unveiling Cultural Gems
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$140

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$ 5

Cafeteria la Capital
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$33
3 - 4 min

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El Tanque, Espacio Cultural
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$19
8 - 10 min

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Museo de Bellas Artes
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
2 - 3 min

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Bar Mi Charcuteria
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
1 - 2 min

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Burger King
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$42

Budget breakdown: $1424 In total

Activities & Food:$1375
Transport:$49