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- Tony_greenshields. Birmingham, UK30 contributions. Black Sands. Lovely beach with soft black sand, it's a bit of a treck to get to on foot, but you can get a cab from Port del la Cruz or hire a car and drive down the single winding track to a resturant above with a 3 euro car park.
- Christine R. Cornwall, UK6 contributions. January 2024, temparature 26 degrees. It wasn't obvious where to hire the sunbeds and umbrella from, but we did find a large area in the shade at the far end of the beach and it was also the best place to swim as it was less wavey.
- Avril Q. South Ayrshire, UK38 contributions. Never fails to thrill. We love to sit in this area. We especially like it when the waves are crashing up against the walls.
- Travelingjohn123. Peterlee, UK2,415 contributions. Nice beach. Pretty little beach, bay next to H10 hotel at the end of the promenade. Rock beach and black sand but seems popular with surfers and had the added attraction of buskers / mini bands paying on the promenade next to it.
Make sure you do not miss the second beach of Puerto de la Cruz, the cosy Playa Martiánez. It is simple and unspoiled; a great place to relax on the dark coloured sand. There is a bistro overlooking the ocean and a few cafés and bars nearby. This beach is located next to the renowned Lago Martianez, an impressive outdoor water park featuring ...
- What to Do in Puerto de La Cruz
- Visit Loro Parque, The Best Zoo in The World
- Playa Jardin
- Playa Martianez
- Go on A Tour to See Mt. Teide and Pretty Villages
- Costa Martianez Complex
- The Botanical Gardens
- The Orchid Garden - Jardin de Orquideas de Sitio Litre
- Walk to Playa Bollulo
- Plaza Del Charco
There are lots of places to visit and discover inside the city, including beautiful beaches, parks and one of the best swimming pool complexes in Tenerife.
Loro Parque is considered the best zoo in the world and it's one of the top attractions for visitors in Tenerife. The parkoffers plenty of activities and animal shows, so you'll easily spend an entire day there. If you're actually staying in Puerto de la Cruz and you want more than one day to explore, you can buy a discounted ticket for a second vi...
Playa Jardin is actually a beach complex formed by several smaller beaches, with black volcanic sand and a beautiful design that is the creation of Cesar Manrique. The beach is 600 m long and here you will find all the services and amenities you need for a great day in the sun: sunbeds, beach showers, a waterfall with seawater and lush vegetation. ...
Martianez beachis a black sand beach, located very close to the famous Lago Martianez. It's not as large as Playa Jardin and here you won't find sunbeds and umbrellas, so you'll have to bring your own beach chairs or something to sit on. Playa Martianez is popular among surfers who stay in the area, as on most days it offers great conditions for su...
Enjoy Tenerife's Teide National Park and tour the beautiful northern villages like Garachico, Icod de Los Vinos and Masca. Take in the breathtaking views of Tenerife's countryside as you travel with a local guide. 1. Hotel pickup and drop-off included 2. Explore Teide National Park 3. See the Dragon Tree in Icod de Los Vinos 4. Observe the landscap...
Costa Martianez is a complex of seawater pools, plus several monuments by Cesar Manrique and a few restaurants where you can have lunch during your time there. Costa Martianez is open all week and there are several large pools, including a geyser in the center or the big pool. You can buy a day ticket for just 5,5 euros, or you can get a ticket tha...
The Botanical Gardens in Puerto de la Cruz, also known as Jardin Botanico de Aclimatacion de la Orotava, provides a beautiful walk through a garden with beautiful scenery, lots of exotic flowers and a great collection of trees. This place is recommended for a peaceful and quiet walk, as most visitors who come to Puerto de la Cruz just for the day c...
Inside this garden, you will find the oldest dragon tree (drago) in Puerto de la Cruz, as well as many beautiful orchids, the main attraction of the park. The place is an oasis of calm and relaxation in the center of the busy town of Puerto de la Cruz and there's also a cafe inside, where you can enjoy a lovely drink, at reasonable prices. The entr...
There is a trail from Puerto de la Cruz that takes you from Puerto de la Cruz to Playa Bollulo. You can start in the area known as El Rincon, and up to there you can get by bus if you don't have a car. If you have a rental car you can drive all the way down to Playa Bollulo, where there is a paid parking at the restaurant (3€/day last time we went ...
This is the main square in Puerto de la Cruz, a lovely place to relax, chill and have ice cream (there was a really popular place on one of the corners of the Plaza). We also recommend going inside Columbus Plaza, just to see this beautiful historic building restored (although now it is a place for shopping and grabbing a coffee or something to eat...
Top Beaches in Puerto de la Cruz. 1. TOP-TIER BEACH. 3.3km from Puerto de la Cruz center. Playa El Bollullo. Located in the northern region of Tenerifes within the Spanish archipelago of Canary Islands, Playa el Bollullo boasts an impressive beachfront boasti... Read more. 2. TOP-TIER BEACH.
- Visit the Botanical Garden. Puerto de la Cruz isn’t only about beaches, but it has incredible nature too, and one of the places you don’t want to miss is the Botanical Garden.
- Discover the old town of Puerto de la Cruz. One of the best things to do in Puerto de la Cruz is to explore its old town. It’s vibrant and rich in history.
- Spot street art across the city centre. When you’re in the old town of Puerto de la Cruz or La Ranilla District, located next to the old town, keep your eyes open and look up to find incredible street art.
- Visit Museo Arquelógico de Puerto de la Cruz. Tucked away in one of the streets of the city centre, the Archaeological Museum of Puerto de la Cruz is inside a house that dates back to the 18th century.
Beautiful black sand beach and crystal clear waters. Getting to the beach is a small adventure of narrow roads but finally worth it. There are two coats, one larger and one smaller. In the big one there's a bar where you can rent umbrellas. If you venture with the car, there is a parking that costs 5€.
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Also try and spot the red crabs. On the other... 11. Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Pena Francia. This beautiful ornate church is in a lovely quiet square in the oldest part of the town. 12. Puerto Street Art. Streets are Mequinez, del Lomo, San Felipe, La Peñita, Teobaldo Power, Maretas.
