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Things to see in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain): 53 places and when to go
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a city in Spain with around 336,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 53 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (14), History (11), Nature (9). The best known are San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Cathedral of La Laguna and Pyramids of Güímar. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 13 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 12. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Spain · 28.47, -16.25
- Population
- About 336,000
- Places
- 53 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (14) · History (11) · Nature (9) · Beaches (8) · Temples (7) · Food and drink (7)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- TFS Tenerife, 57 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Roque de Taborno, at 705 m.
What to see in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The places in and around Santa Cruz de Tenerife, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- San Cristóbal de La LagunaHistory6.7 km
- Cathedral of La LagunaCultural property in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain6.8 km
- Pyramids of Güímar19th-century pyramids in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain23 km
- Basilica of CandelariaMarian sanctuary in Tenerife18 km
- Iglesia de la ConcepciónChurch in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain (European Union)629 m
- Macizo de AnagaMountain range in the northeastern part of the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands11 km
- Real Santuario del Cristo de La LagunaChurch6.7 km
- Museo de la Naturaleza y ArqueologíaMuseum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife685 m
- Castle of San AndrésCultural property in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain7.0 km
- Playa de Las TeresitasBeach of San Andrés, Tenerife7.7 km
- Roques de AnagaProtected area in Spain17 km
- Cave of ChinguaroCultural property in Güímar, Spain22 km
- Iglesia de San AndrésChurch building in Tenerife6.8 km
- Cave of AchbinicoChurch building in Candelaria, Spain18 km
- Punta de Anaga LighthouseLighthouse in Spain16 km
- Parque Marítimo César ManriqueWith kids1.8 km
- Anaga Rural ParkProtected area in Spain8.1 km
- Santuario del Santísimo Cristo de TacoronteChurch building in Canary Islands, Spain16 km
- Cuevas Blancas WindmillCultural property in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain7.9 km
- Playa de AntequeraBeach14 km
- Playa de BenijoBeach13 km
- Playa de Las GaviotasBeach8.7 km
- Playa del MuertoBeach6.4 km
- Malpaís de GüímarProtected area in Spain21 km
And the other 29, by what you come to do:
- History: Tacoronte
- Temples: Ermita del Socorro
- Food and drink: Mercado de Nuestra Señora de África, Agüita, Balcón de la Laguna, Bodegas Monje, Cerveza Chutney, Guachinche los Rincones, Presas Ocampo
- Hiking: Chamorga - Igueste de San Andrés, Taborno-Pico del Inglés-Valleseco, Bailadero - Taganana, Camino de El Campanario, Camino del Hediondo, Camino Real de Güimar, Casas de La Cumbre - Valle Brosque - Casa Forestal, Circular Afur - Taganana, Circular Las Raíces, Circular Lomo de la Jara, Cruz del Carmen - Punta del Hidalgo, Las Escaleras - Las Carboneras - Chinamada, Las Mercedes - Cruz del Carmen, Las Raices-Lomo de la Jara
- Nature: Montaña de los Guirres, Montaña Guerra, Roque de Taborno
- Beaches: Playa de Chimisay, Playa de la Entrada, Playa de Samarines
When to go to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The best time to visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:23
- FebPossible11:01
- MarPossible11:48
- AprBest time12:41
- MayBest time13:25
- JunBest time13:48
- JulPossible13:39
- AugPossible13:01
- SepBest time12:10
- OctBest time11:18
- NovPossible10:33
- DecPossible10:12
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 12. In June, 53 of the 53 places are at their best.
When to go to Spain in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The nearest main airport is Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS, Tenerife), 57 km as the crow flies. How to get around Spain (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Puerto de la Cruz44 places32 km
- Adeje28 places64 km
- Mogán18 places88 km
- Las Palmas49 places90 km
- San Sebastián de la Gomera25 places94 km
- Agüimes20 places105 km
And all of Spain, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
The best known: San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Cathedral of La Laguna, Pyramids of Güímar, Basilica of Candelaria, Iglesia de la Concepción. In all, 53 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 13 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 12.
How do you get to Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
The nearest main airport is Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS), 57 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Santa Cruz de Tenerife as the destination and these 53 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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