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Cruises from Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain Cruises

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain Cruises
Jan, 19 2025
Starting from $74.11*/night ($518.75)*
Includes taxes and fees
Jan, 26 2025
Starting from $79.82*/night ($558.75)*
Includes taxes and fees
Feb, 02 2025
Starting from $81.25*/night ($568.75)*
Includes taxes and fees
Feb, 09 2025
Starting from $81.25*/night ($568.75)*
Includes taxes and fees
Feb, 16 2025
Starting from $81.25*/night ($568.75)*
Includes taxes and fees
Feb, 23 2025
Starting from $81.25*/night ($568.75)*
Includes taxes and fees

Canaries have a shared capital city in Tenerife and it is named Santa Cruz. It is a modern city with a preserved old town. A destination for Spanish culture, nature reserves, idyllic beaches, and cosmopolitan nightlife makes this an excellent Canary Island hub. The beach resorts, hotels, and accommodations will help you relax and wind down. Those who are beachcombers can spend the entire day on the local beaches while enjoying terrific adventure sports and watersports. For adventure, you can go hiking, trekking, and camping. There are more than 50 fancy restaurants to satisfy your taste buds. Don't forget to visit the botanical garden with 500+ species of palm trees and other trees and plants.

Interesting Spots to Visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you will have several things to do. Here in this city, you will find everything – from historical sites to beaches, churches, monuments, and recreational activities. So if you're ready to tour this tiny island, go through some of the top attractions listed below.

1. Playa de Las Teresitas

Playa de Las Teresitas is one of the most famous beaches of fine golden sand. It is consideredone of Tenerife's best beaches, so don't forget to visit the beach on your port day in Santa Cruz. It is located in the town of San Andres, something 4 miles away from the city center. The beach was initially characterized by volcanic rocks, black sand, and strong waves that make swimming difficult. So in the 70s, the City Council installed a large breakwater and white sand from the old Spanish Sahara. Moreover, this place is mainly famous for families. So don't miss it if you have kids because it has facilities such as accessible walkways, changing rooms, showers, boat rentals, hammocks, and umbrellas.

2. Plaza de España

It is the iconic city square with a historical backdrop. The construction of the building began in 1929 at the Castle of San Cristobal. However, it was renewed after several years to include a seawater lake and pavilions. A cross-shaped tower with a viewpoint on top, the Monument to the Fallen stands out in the square. Today, some say it violates Spain's Historical Memory Law since it was built after the Civil War.If you add Santa Cruz to your port of call, visit this interesting place full of history and a great place to witness everyday life in the city.

3. Old Town and Concepcion Church

The Old Town near Concepcion Church gives a feeling of a colonial city in South America. Still, it is one of the most picturesque corners of the city. The pastel-color streets are more inviting for long walks and make a perfect backdrop for some cool pictures. The Concepcion Church is the oldest church in  town, and yfou shouldn't miss it, as it has a characteristic bell tower. Moreover, the origin of the church goes back to 1516. Exploring the church and the streets of Old Town is one of the best things to do in Santa Cruz, Tenerife.

4. Excursion to Anaga Park

Anaga is the best place to explore the wild north of Tenerife. This area is home to some of the island's best beaches. There are two spectacular beaches, Playa Benijo and Playa Punta Santiago, along with a few of the best and freshest seafood restaurants. One of the finest laurel forests in the Canary Islands is found only minutes from the city. Approximately 37,000 acres of the forest are natural fairytale landscapes. This forest also boasts several hiking trails. In Anaga Park, the Trail of the Senses is one of the most popular hiking paths.

5. Adán Martín Tenerife Auditorium

This auditorium is one of the city's top attractions. It is a modern building with the most iconic structure in Tenerife and all the Canary Islands. Its avant-garde architecture makes it the most exciting place to visit and a favorite attraction of Santa Cruz. In addition to being a primary point of interest in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the auditorium's suggestive structure is a hallmark of the architect Santiago Calatrava. Currently, it serves as the headquarters for the prestigious event - Tenerife Symphony Orchestra concert. Moreover, it also hosts events such as Tenerife Dance, Atlantic Jazz, World Music, and Great Interpreters.

When to Visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

Typically the weather has a tropical semi-arid climate, so it remains warm throughout the year. So there are very few chances of snow and rain. Here in Santa Cruz, you can consider traveling year-round, but you need to know the four seasons to do that. Winters are from December to February, with an enjoyable and best time to year to travel. Fall starts from September through November, and tourism is relatively slow during these months. The middle-year months like June through August has very comfortable weather due to the summer season. It is also considered the second busiest season. And last but not least, the spring season starts from March through May with warm temperatures and humidity.

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