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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: A 5-Day Adventure

Johanne Kwedi

Johanne Kwedi

5 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where you'll discover hidden gems, relax on stunning beaches, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Canary Islands.

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Day 1From Historic Churches to Tropical Gardens
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$67

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$ 7

Tenerife BnB

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Bar Goya
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
4 - 5 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 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
$20
12 - 17 min

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Palmetum
Started in 1995 on a former landfill, the 12-hectare botanic garden houses hundreds of palm species.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$5
9 - 14 min

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McDonald's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 2Indulge in Local Delights and Family Fun
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$65

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$ 10

Tenerife BnB

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$26
9 - 14 min

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5 Sunflowers Children's Leisure Center
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Botanical garden
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$13
9 - 14 min

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McDonald's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 3Sun, Sand, and Serenity
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$46

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$ 14

Tenerife BnB

Depart from your stay 🏨

64 - 77 min

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La Ola
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
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
Free
22 - 27 min

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Parque García Sanabria
Lush, roomy green space opened in 1926 featuring fountains & a large clock made of flowers.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Bar-Terraza Parque García Sanabria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Day 4Sweet Treats and Nature's Wonders
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$40

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$ 14

Tenerife BnB

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Dulcería el Rayo
Dulcería, pastelería y cafetería. Tartas para bodas, bautizos, comuniones y cumpleaños. Horario de martes a sábados de 08:00 a 21:00 h. - Lunes cerrado excepto festivos Horario domingos y festivos de 08:00 a 21:00 h.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
25 - 30 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
Free
57 - 69 min

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Restaurante la Charca
Especialidad en cocina canaria. Disponemos de terraza y parking propio.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Day 5Unveiling the City's Charms and Rich Heritage
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$71

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$ 7

Tenerife BnB

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Bar Néctar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
6 - 9 min

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Casa del Carnaval
Gallery space for costumes worn in the annual carnival, with video exhibits & dress-up for kids.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$13
7 - 10 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
$15
6 - 9 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.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$8
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.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Panaria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18

Budget breakdown: $338 In total

Activities & Food:$289
Transport:$49