Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a wonderful port city located on Tenerife. Great monuments attract tourists, but above all, the maritime climate, wonderful clean water! The city’s ideal location allows you to enjoy captivating beaches, such as Las Teresitas, explore the nearby city of San Cristóbal de la Laguna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or visit Teide National Park, the symbol of the island.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of Tenerife, located in the north-eastern part of the island. Located in the Canary Islands archipelsgo in Spain.
Attractions
Auditorio de Tenerife
Situated on the Los Llanos waterfront in Santa Cruz, the capital of Tenerife, between the Marine Park and the harbor shore, the auditorium connects the city with the ocean and forms a significant urban landmark. The roof rising above the wave striking tools rises 58 meters above the main widow.
Mercado Ntra. Señora de África
Mercado Ntra. Señora de África – Dating back to 1944, this tempting market is housed in an eye-catching building. The tall clock tower helps you locate the place – or just follow the shopping carts; mercado offers fresh products at competitive prices and is the most frequently chosen place by residents, including restaurateurs. The stalls are spread over two vibrant floors and are interspersed with colorful flower vendors, kiosks selling churros and lush subtropical plants. It’s not big by Spanish standards, about 140 stalls.
Plaza de España (Santa Cruz de Tenerife)
Plaza de España is the largest square in the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the Canary Islands. The square is located in the city center, 1.4 km north of Auditorio de Tenerife. The Spanish Square was located above the San Cristobal Castle in 1929. The remains of the walls can be seen in the tunnel under the square.
Palmetum
Palmetum Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a 120,000 m² botanical garden specializing in palm trees. It is an artificial hill overlooking the ocean.
Parque Marítimo César Manrique
César Manrique Maritime Park is a 22,000 m2 complex located on the south coast of Tenerife’s capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, with unparalleled views of the Tenerife Auditorium, the Palmetum Botanical Garden and the sea. Its design used natural elements, such as volcanic rocks. In addition to 3 saltwater swimming pools, it has restaurant services, shops, changing rooms, showers and a gymnasium, as well as sunbeds and umbrellas for rent, making it an ideal place for tourism, family, relaxation and relaxation.
Parque García Sanabria
Parque García Sanabria is a public urban park in the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife. It was inaugurated in 1926. It is a large garden connected with fountains and architectural groups. The park is listed as a place of cultural importance in the Government of the Canary Islands.
Museum of Nature and Archaeology
The highlight of the Museum of Nature and Archaeology is an exhibition devoted to the life and culture of the Guanche, the aboriginal people who inhabited Tenerife before it was taken over by European conquerors. Admire the collection of Guanche mummies and skulls, learn about the peculiar funeral rituals undertaken by the Guanche, and see archaeological finds including ancient ceramics, fossils, and personal items that belonged to the Guanche Kings. Additional exhibitions look at the islands’ volcanic activity, natural landscapes, and native flora and wildlife.
Museo Municipal de Bellas Artes
The City Museum of Fine Arts has fourteen rooms containing works from the 16th to the 20th century. The building is in a classicist style and was built in early 1929. The museum organizes exhibitions promoting the city’s cultural heritage (Santa Cruz Monumental, Squares and Parks), book presentations, conference series and music broadcasts.
Museo Milibar
This museum explains the military history of the islands and the successful defense of the city, brought alive by a superb 30m scale model of the flagship Theseus. The most famous item here, however, is El tigre (The Tiger), the cannon that reputedly blew off Admiral Nelson’s arm when he attacked Santa Cruz in 1797.
Playa de Las Teresitas
Las Teresitas beach is located in the north-east of the island of Tenerife, near the center of Santa Cruz. About one and a half kilometers long, this beach has a breakwater that protects it from sea currents and makes it similar to a swimming pool due to its calm waters, so the beach is ideal for families with children. The beach has showers, toilets and changing rooms, as well as numerous stands with drinks and snacks where you can buy aperitifs and drinks. It also has a team of rescuers at its disposal to ensure the safety of its users, and there is also public transport and a wide parking lot.
What else is worth seeing?
– La Church This is a nice church with a characteristic tower inspired by the Mudéjar style. The interior is baroque. There is a beautiful altar and a conquest cross there.
– San Cristobal Castle – remains of a castle from the 16th century. It is worth seeing the most important castle of Santa Cruz.
– San Juan Bautista Castle – dating back to the 17th century and also known as Castillo Negro (Black Castle), it was the second most important fortification of Santa Cruz. Caleta de los Negors beach and Parque Maritimo are nearby.
– Church of San Francisco de Asis – one of the oldest and most beautiful churches on the island. Inside you can admire sculptures, paintings and beautiful interiors.
– Palacio de Carta – the most popular building in Tenerife in the 18th century is located at La Candelaria Square. Inside you can admire two beautiful Canarian-style patios. It is one of the oldest buildings on the islands.
– Casa de la Pólvora – one of the 18th-century fortifications near the San Juan Castle – Monte de la Esperanza – a mountain from which you can admire the panorama of the city.
