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Santa Cruz de Tenerife: 8 Days of Island Adventure!

No Pseudo At All

No Pseudo At All

26 Nov 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, where ancient castles, stunning gardens, and vibrant cultural spaces await. Discover the hidden treasures of this Canary Islands gem and immerse yourself in its rich history and natural beauty.

Trip to Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of San Cristobal Castle
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$23

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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$8
6 - 9 min

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Museum of Nature and Archaeology
Museum tracing islands' natural history, with mummies & artifacts from the native Guanche culture.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
12 - 17 min

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Wind Sculpture by Cesar Manrique
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
Day 2From Castles to Cultural Delights
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$20

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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$8
3 - 4 min

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Ermita de Nuestra Señora de Regla
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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El Tanque, Espacio Cultural
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
Day 3A Botanical Paradise and Carnival Extravaganza
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$25

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$ 4

Botanical garden
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
8 - 10 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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$13
Day 4Exploring Palmetum and Relaxing by the Sea
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$25

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$ 4

Palmetum
Started in 1995 on a former landfill, the 12-hectare botanic garden houses hundreds of palm species.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$5
9 - 14 min

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Parque Marítimo César Manrique
Aquatic center featuring 3 saltwater swimming pools amid waterfalls & palm trees, plus a sun deck.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
10 - 12 min

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Sala de Arte Los Lavaderos
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Spiritual Wonders and Urban Oasis
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$0

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$ 4

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
17 - 21 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 6Discovering Candelaria Square and Artistic Gems
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$0

Candelaria Square
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Centro de Arte la Recova
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Galería Leyendecker
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 7A Journey through Fine Arts
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$13

Museo de Bellas Artes
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
Day 8Sun, Sand, and Serenity at Las Teresitas Beach
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$0

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

Budget breakdown: $115 In total

Activities & Food:$105
Transport:$10