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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: A Week of Adventure

Emanuele Arca

Emanuele Arca

31 Dec 2023

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and discover hidden gems at every turn. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Day 1Sacred Wonders and Playful Delights
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$0

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$ 5

Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria
Church & pilgrimage site with murals, designated a minor basilica by Pope Benedict XVI in 2011.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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5 Sunflowers Children's Leisure Center
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Artistic Marvels and Carnival Extravaganza
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$19

Galería Leyendecker
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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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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$19
8 - 12 min

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Centro de Arte la Recova
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Cultural Treasures and Gastronomic Delights
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$19

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$ 5

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

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D'Tapas,26 - tapas restaurant Santa Cruz
Cozy back-street venue serving timeless Spanish tapas dishes in a typical space.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Candelaria Square
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit in Anaga Rural Park
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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 5Spiritual Serenity and Fascinating Exhibits
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$23

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$ 10

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
19 - 23 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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$23
Day 6History Comes Alive in Ancient Fortresses and Lush Gardens
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$12

Castillo de San Cristobal
Underground remains of a 1500s castle & museum with a cannon said to have injured Horatio Nelson.
8:00 AM - 9:00 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Parque García Sanabria
Lush, roomy green space opened in 1926 featuring fountains & a large clock made of flowers.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Uncover the Secrets of a Medieval Castle and Botanical Paradise
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$30

Castle of St John the Baptist
This squat, circular stronghold on the water was erected in the 1640s & renovated a century later.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$11
14 - 21 min

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Botanical garden
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
Day 8Bask in the Sun at Las Teresitas Beach and Explore a Tropical Oasis
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$8

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$ 5

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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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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$8

Budget breakdown: $134 In total

Activities & Food:$109
Transport:$25