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10 Days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Sun, Sea, and Cultural Delights

Melyss Lee

Melyss Lee

29 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where you'll discover stunning beaches, iconic landmarks, and a vibrant cultural scene. From exploring ancient marvels to indulging in authentic cuisine, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience.

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Viator

Day 1Island Treasures and Delicious Pizza
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$31

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$ 2

Panaria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
4 - 5 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$4
5 - 6 min

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Wind Sculpture by Cesar Manrique
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Pizzeria Meridiano Bulevar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$19
Day 2Musical Delights and Tropical Gardens
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$45

Mag - Café - Bistró - Auditorio
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
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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$13
16 - 23 min

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Palmetum
Started in 1995 on a former landfill, the 12-hectare botanic garden houses hundreds of palm species.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
13 - 20 min

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McDonald's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$17
Day 3Surfing Waves and Golden Sands
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$15

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$ 4

La Ola
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
34 - 41 min

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Playa de Las Teresitas
Palm-fringed, 1.5km beach of imported yellow sand, with loungers, umbrellas, showers & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Galería Leyendecker
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 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.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Ocean Views
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$46

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$ 2

Restaurante New City
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 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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$10
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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$8
4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 5Artistic Gems and Local Flavors
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$26

Bar Mi Charcuteria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
1 - 2 min

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Museo de Bellas Artes
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$6
12 - 18 min

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Sala de Arte Los Lavaderos
11:00 AM - 12:00 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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$10
Day 6Tapas Galore and Cultural Immersion
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$37

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$ 2

100 Montaditos
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
4 - 5 min

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El Tanque, Espacio Cultural
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$6
5 - 6 min

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Circulo de Bellas Artes de Tenerife
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$6
2 - 3 min

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Charcuteria la Garriga
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
Day 7Coastal Vibes and Artistic Wonders
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$42

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

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TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
7 - 10 min

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Bar Néctar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 8Culinary Delights and Spiritual Serenity
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$25

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$ 2

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

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Centro de Arte la Recova
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Campo Dei Fiori
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
Day 9Park Strolls and Sacred Sights
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$16

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$ 2

Bar-Terraza Parque García Sanabria
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
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
24 - 29 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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$9
Day 10(Title to be added)
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$0

Budget breakdown: $292 In total

Activities & Food:$281
Transport:$12