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

safwan mohammad

safwan mohammad

29 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where we'll soak up the sun on Playa de Las Teresitas, delve into the rich history at the Historical Military Museum, marvel at stunning architecture like the Basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria, and explore the natural beauty of Anaga Rural Park. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Day 1Beach Bliss and Military Marvels
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$5

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$ 2

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
23 - 28 min

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Historical Military Museum of the Canary Islands
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
Day 2Sacred Sights and Artistic Wonders
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$10

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$ 2

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
27 - 33 min

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Circulo de Bellas Artes de Tenerife
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$6
7 - 10 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
Day 3Contemporary Art and Ancient Treasures
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$18

TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
2 - 3 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
Day 4Carnival Fun and Urban Oasis
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$7

Casa del Carnaval
Gallery space for costumes worn in the annual carnival, with video exhibits & dress-up for kids.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$6
15 - 22 min

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Parque García Sanabria
Lush, roomy green space opened in 1926 featuring fountains & a large clock made of flowers.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Nature's Paradise and Medieval Fortress
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$4

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$ 2

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
43 - 52 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
Day 6Architectural Masterpieces and Tropical Gardens
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$25

Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín
Seafront arts complex & auditorium housed in a landmark building with futuristic, curving design.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
5 - 8 min

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Parque Marítimo César Manrique
Aquatic center featuring 3 saltwater swimming pools amid waterfalls & palm trees, plus a sun deck.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $73 In total

Activities & Food:$68
Transport:$5