Guidebook for Puerto de la Cruz
Parks & Nature
It's a place to relax and enjoy lots of beautiful plants from all over the world. The entry fee is only €3. It will be especially enjoyable for visitors coming from colder countries as there are abundant tropical plants and all sorts of palm trees.
The location is 25 mins uphill walk from the town centre & sea front and also on a major bus route.
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식물원 (Jardin Botanico)
2 C. RetamaIt's a place to relax and enjoy lots of beautiful plants from all over the world. The entry fee is only €3. It will be especially enjoyable for visitors coming from colder countries as there are abundant tropical plants and all sorts of palm trees.
The location is 25 mins uphill walk from the town centre & sea front and also on a major bus route.
Beautiful layered gardens, free entry, there is a Masonic marbled tomb at the top, there is also a restaurant "Casa Egon" in the place and you can enjoy the gardens and the marvelous views while having a cup of tea and some typical Canarian pastries or a full course meal.
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빅토리아 가든
8 C. San AgustínBeautiful layered gardens, free entry, there is a Masonic marbled tomb at the top, there is also a restaurant "Casa Egon" in the place and you can enjoy the gardens and the marvelous views while having a cup of tea and some typical Canarian pastries or a full course meal.
The Loro Park was created by Wolfgang Kiessling with aims to help preserve and recover endangered parrot species and has continue to expand since.
It extends across 13.5 hectares (33 acres) and is home to some 4000 parrots representing 350 species and sub-species, as well as many other animals. This parrot collection is the largest in the world and makes the park one of the main references in the study and conservation of these animals worldwide.
It also has Europe's largest dolphin show pool, the world's largest indoor penguin exhibition, the longest shark tunnel in Europe, the largest Thai village outside Thailand, and the park is only the second place in Europe to house orcas.
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s/n Av. Loro ParqueThe Loro Park was created by Wolfgang Kiessling with aims to help preserve and recover endangered parrot species and has continue to expand since.
It extends across 13.5 hectares (33 acres) and is home to some 4000 parrots representing 350 species and sub-species, as well as many other animals. This parrot collection is the largest in the world and makes the park one of the main references in the study and conservation of these animals worldwide.
It also has Europe's largest dolphin show pool, the world's largest indoor penguin exhibition, the longest shark tunnel in Europe, the largest Thai village outside Thailand, and the park is only the second place in Europe to house orcas.
located on a promontory on the center of Puerto de La Cruz it's this park, with amazing views of the city, spans across 100.000 m2 and it's divided into three areas; La Atalaya Gardens, "los jardines del Casino" and the "Camino de la Sortija" where during the past century the British colony organized race rings, hence the name of the walk. This is a place to take your time and walk and look around if you enjoy greenery and nice views.
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Parque Taoro
1 Cam. de la Sortijalocated on a promontory on the center of Puerto de La Cruz it's this park, with amazing views of the city, spans across 100.000 m2 and it's divided into three areas; La Atalaya Gardens, "los jardines del Casino" and the "Camino de la Sortija" where during the past century the British colony organized race rings, hence the name of the walk. This is a place to take your time and walk and look around if you enjoy greenery and nice views.
This is one of my favourite beaches in Tenerife and it can be surprisingly quiet. Protected from the wind by the magnificent cliffs of La Orotava, this is a most charming black fine sand beach, with a little place to have something to drink and eat at the beach, toilets and a beachguard. To get there you have to go down the steps along the cliff through a narrow path to get to the beach. Right at the start of the path there is a restaurant "restaurante el Bollullo" where you can park your car for the whole day for 2€. I'd recommend to eat there too as they have decent food for a good price and you can eat on the roof area which is very nice on a warm day.
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This is one of my favourite beaches in Tenerife and it can be surprisingly quiet. Protected from the wind by the magnificent cliffs of La Orotava, this is a most charming black fine sand beach, with a little place to have something to drink and eat at the beach, toilets and a beachguard. To get there you have to go down the steps along the cliff through a narrow path to get to the beach. Right at the start of the path there is a restaurant "restaurante el Bollullo" where you can park your car for the whole day for 2€. I'd recommend to eat there too as they have decent food for a good price and you can eat on the roof area which is very nice on a warm day.
About 23 minutes walk from the apartment. The most popular beach in Puerto de La Cruz, it's a fine black sand beach, fully equipped with showers & toilets. You can sit down and have a drink & something to eat in the promenade overlooking the beach. Can be very busy during the hottest hours. If you happen to be around on the 23rd of June you musn't miss the traditional "Hogueras de San Juan" or "Bonfires of Saint John" celebration where crowds of people gather at this beach at night around bonfires and some of the bravest (and drunkest) attempt to walk or jump over the bonfires barefooted, the celebration lasts through the night, you can bring your drinks & even go for a swim in the dark.
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플라야자르딘
About 23 minutes walk from the apartment. The most popular beach in Puerto de La Cruz, it's a fine black sand beach, fully equipped with showers & toilets. You can sit down and have a drink & something to eat in the promenade overlooking the beach. Can be very busy during the hottest hours. If you happen to be around on the 23rd of June you musn't miss the traditional "Hogueras de San Juan" or "Bonfires of Saint John" celebration where crowds of people gather at this beach at night around bonfires and some of the bravest (and drunkest) attempt to walk or jump over the bonfires barefooted, the celebration lasts through the night, you can bring your drinks & even go for a swim in the dark.
The closest beach to the apartment. A black sand and pebbled beach, it's a nice spot to sit down and watch the sunset and it's quiet enough compared to other beaches in the area.
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Lago Martianez beach
The closest beach to the apartment. A black sand and pebbled beach, it's a nice spot to sit down and watch the sunset and it's quiet enough compared to other beaches in the area.
Drinks & Nightlife
Nice English Pub with friendly atmosphere, if you're looking for a place to watch soccer, the 6 Nations or the Rugby World Cup this is a good place to go.
Opens until 2:00 AM.
BRITISH SPORT PUB HIVE BEE
25 C. la HoyaNice English Pub with friendly atmosphere, if you're looking for a place to watch soccer, the 6 Nations or the Rugby World Cup this is a good place to go.
Opens until 2:00 AM.
It's a dedicated rock music pub with a great selection of cocktails and shots. The place has a charming interior patio / beer garden and table soccer, darts and other fun games. opens until 1 AM.
Pequeño Buda Pub Rock
20 C. San JuanIt's a dedicated rock music pub with a great selection of cocktails and shots. The place has a charming interior patio / beer garden and table soccer, darts and other fun games. opens until 1 AM.
Very animated both during the day and at night time, whether you're looking to have a dinner listening to live music or have some cocktails or an ice cream this is a place where you can find it all.
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Taxis Plaza del Charco
Very animated both during the day and at night time, whether you're looking to have a dinner listening to live music or have some cocktails or an ice cream this is a place where you can find it all.
Sightseeing
At the end of "Plaza de Europa" public square, at the side of the pier you can find a little beach of black sand and rocks.
If you happen to be around on the 24th of June do not miss the traditional "Baño de las Cabras" celebration where thousands of goats are brought to the "Playa del Muelle" beach by shepherds from all over the island and are carried into the water in a ritual that is thought to bring good health to the goats and to increase fertility. This ancient tradition is thought to have been originated during the time of the Guanches (the natives of the Canary Islands). Worth seeing!
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Plaza de la Iglesia
Plaza de la IglesiaAt the end of "Plaza de Europa" public square, at the side of the pier you can find a little beach of black sand and rocks.
If you happen to be around on the 24th of June do not miss the traditional "Baño de las Cabras" celebration where thousands of goats are brought to the "Playa del Muelle" beach by shepherds from all over the island and are carried into the water in a ritual that is thought to bring good health to the goats and to increase fertility. This ancient tradition is thought to have been originated during the time of the Guanches (the natives of the Canary Islands). Worth seeing!
Surrounding "Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia" a catholic church from 1697, this square has the best kept gardens in all the city. They are especially nice at Christmas time when they are planted with red poinsettias. In the centre of it there is a fountain dating from the year 1900 with swan made of stone. On one side there is a monument to Agustín de Bethencourt y Molina (1758-1824), a prominent figure in Puerto de la Cruz's history, a military engineer who became a general for the Russian Army of Tsar Alexander I and also designed several buildings and public structures in Russia, he was born close to where the monument stands.
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Plaza de la Iglesia
Plaza de la IglesiaSurrounding "Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia" a catholic church from 1697, this square has the best kept gardens in all the city. They are especially nice at Christmas time when they are planted with red poinsettias. In the centre of it there is a fountain dating from the year 1900 with swan made of stone. On one side there is a monument to Agustín de Bethencourt y Molina (1758-1824), a prominent figure in Puerto de la Cruz's history, a military engineer who became a general for the Russian Army of Tsar Alexander I and also designed several buildings and public structures in Russia, he was born close to where the monument stands.
Essentials
The closest convenience store to the apartment, you can get all the essentials there at a good price, they also have a range of German food products and brands.
Opens until 10 pm.
HiperDino Express MARTINA
34 Av. Familia de Betancourt y MolinaThe closest convenience store to the apartment, you can get all the essentials there at a good price, they also have a range of German food products and brands.
Opens until 10 pm.
Food Scene
This is a "guachinche" or local joint that I often go with my family on the weekends. If you are renting a car & you're up to experience real canary island's cuisine this is the type of place where we locals go, so do give this place a try. Like most guachinches you will feast here for a very good price, this place also has their own wine which you can buy for 5 € a bottle. Keep in mind that this is not a fancy joint, it's a family run local place with superb food and you might need to bring your Spanish dictionary along. If you're thinking about it you can contact me for further details on the type of food, tastiest dishes & specific directions to get there.
Guachinche Lomo Santo
189 Carr. GeneralThis is a "guachinche" or local joint that I often go with my family on the weekends. If you are renting a car & you're up to experience real canary island's cuisine this is the type of place where we locals go, so do give this place a try. Like most guachinches you will feast here for a very good price, this place also has their own wine which you can buy for 5 € a bottle. Keep in mind that this is not a fancy joint, it's a family run local place with superb food and you might need to bring your Spanish dictionary along. If you're thinking about it you can contact me for further details on the type of food, tastiest dishes & specific directions to get there.
This is another of our favourite "guachinches" meaning local joints. This is a place to eat grilled local meat with typical canarian wrinkled potatoes and mojo surrounded by a beautiful area of chestnut woodland, have a plate of roasted chestnuts and a glass of "vino del país" (local wine) and simply breath the clean air seating in this simple terrace restaurant. You might be surprised of the landscape and this area is often very foggy and chill as it's located high up in La Victoria. If you want a break from the busy atmosphere in Puerto de La Cruz you will be glad to come here. If you're thinking about going you can contact me beforehand for more details.
Guachinche Los Dornajos
This is another of our favourite "guachinches" meaning local joints. This is a place to eat grilled local meat with typical canarian wrinkled potatoes and mojo surrounded by a beautiful area of chestnut woodland, have a plate of roasted chestnuts and a glass of "vino del país" (local wine) and simply breath the clean air seating in this simple terrace restaurant. You might be surprised of the landscape and this area is often very foggy and chill as it's located high up in La Victoria. If you want a break from the busy atmosphere in Puerto de La Cruz you will be glad to come here. If you're thinking about going you can contact me beforehand for more details.
This is a great place to have a taste of Canary Island's typical desserts and have tea or coffee sitting on the outside seat area which is connected to the beautiful layered gardens "Jardín Victoria", a place to spend a few hours relaxing and enjoying the surroundings and views.
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Confitería y café Taoro "Casa Egon"
5 C. LeónThis is a great place to have a taste of Canary Island's typical desserts and have tea or coffee sitting on the outside seat area which is connected to the beautiful layered gardens "Jardín Victoria", a place to spend a few hours relaxing and enjoying the surroundings and views.
Getting Around
The Bus station, we Canary Islanders call the bus "Guagua" unlike the rest of Spaniards, just in case you were wondering!.
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Puerto de la Cruz station
The Bus station, we Canary Islanders call the bus "Guagua" unlike the rest of Spaniards, just in case you were wondering!.
Everything Else
If you happen to be around during Christmas time (24 novemeber - 9 January) You should check out the "ruta de Belenes" or "route of nativity scenes", you can start at the Ayuntamiento's (City Hall) Square where every year they have a large life size nativity scene, and follow on see the different nativity scenes. Also notable it's the nativity scene at "Ferretería Orotava" this is the hardware shop just across the street from the Square, here you must go through the shop & you'll get to an interior patio where the nativity scene is displayed, it's worth seeing also as an example of Canary Island architecture with a typical inner patio and wooden balconies. There is no entry fee.
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Ayuntamiento de La Orotava
S/N Plaza del AyuntamientoIf you happen to be around during Christmas time (24 novemeber - 9 January) You should check out the "ruta de Belenes" or "route of nativity scenes", you can start at the Ayuntamiento's (City Hall) Square where every year they have a large life size nativity scene, and follow on see the different nativity scenes. Also notable it's the nativity scene at "Ferretería Orotava" this is the hardware shop just across the street from the Square, here you must go through the shop & you'll get to an interior patio where the nativity scene is displayed, it's worth seeing also as an example of Canary Island architecture with a typical inner patio and wooden balconies. There is no entry fee.