Experience a fun-filled day with our step-by-step itinerary! This guide will show you what to see in Puerto de la Cruz, taking you through the city's most beautiful spots, picturesque views, charming beaches, and the best places for delicious food. The perfect itinerary for anyone who wants to make the most of their day!
Plan details
- City: Puerto de la Cruz
- Number of days: 1
- Number of places: 22
Itinerary
Day 1
- Explanada del Muelle
C. Mequinez, 136T, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Mokita Foodiexperience
This cozy café-bistro is a great place for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch. They serve fresh cuisine made with local ingredients: poke bowls, wraps, toasties, salads, and vegetarian options. The menu also includes smoothies, coffee from their own roastery, and gluten-free options.
- Calle Mequinez
This picturesque seaside street in the old fishing district of La Ranilla—with its colorful houses, local shops, cafés, and a peaceful, authentic atmosphere—is worth a visit to experience the true spirit of Tenerife: eat tapas, buy local crafts, see murals, and stroll down to the port.
- El Castillo San Felipe
Castillo de San Felipe in Puerto de la Cruz is a former defensive fort dating back to 1604, built to protect the city from pirate attacks. Today, the fortress serves as a cultural center, hosting exhibitions, concerts, and other artistic events.
- Playa del Castillo
This charming black sand beach is located near Castillo de San Felipe. It has showers, restrooms, and a promenade, perfect for strolling. It's a pleasant place to relax.
- Punta Brava
Punta Brava, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hispania
- Rincón Del Mar
This intimate, family restaurant is renowned for its fresh seafood and fish. The menu features excellent cazuela marinera (seafood stew) and grilled fish. Portions are often enough for two.
- Tasca Victoria
This tapas bar is known for its home-style cooking. The menu includes crispy croquettes, grilled garlic shrimp, chorizo, "papas arrugadas," and local wine or sangria. It's worth a visit if you're looking for the flavors of Spain in a friendly atmosphere.
- Calle San Felipe
Calle San Felipe, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Plaza del Charco
Pl. del Charco, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Museo Del Pescador
C. Las Lonjas, 5, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Plaza de la Iglesia
Pl. de la Iglesia, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Calle de San Telmo
This is a seaside promenade - as you walk along the shore, you can admire the waves, black stones and surfers.
- Heladería San Telmo
This spot serves homemade ice cream in a variety of flavors and delicious waffles. It's the perfect place for a sweet treat after the beach or while strolling through the city.
- Lago Martianez
This impressive complex of natural seawater pools, designed by César Manrique, features bars, restaurants, sun loungers, and amenities (showers and changing rooms). Tickets cost approximately €5.50 for adults and €2.50 for children, valid for the entire day.
- Schody Agatha Christe
This unique, colorful staircase is dedicated to the writer Agatha Christie. Each step is titled one of her books—a great spot for photos. The steps lead to a viewpoint.
- Ermita de San Amaro
C. Castaño, 1, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Mirador La Paz
38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Prowincja Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Botanical Garden
This historic botanical garden, founded in 1788 as a place for the acclimatization of tropical plants, houses hundreds of exotic species from Asia, Africa, and New Zealand—from towering palms and ficus trees to rare tropical flowers. Admission is €3.
- Taoro Park
Ctra. Taoro, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Hiszpania
- Terraza Taoro
This atmospheric restaurant-café sits on a hill. The terrace offers sweeping views of the city and ocean, perfect for sunset.The menu includes tapas, Spanish tortillas, meat and fish dishes, salads, as well as desserts and coffee.
- Ambasada
A tapas bar in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz—perfect for dinner or a drink after sightseeing. They serve Canarian and Spanish tapas: delicious croquetas, meatballs ("albóndigas"), fresh seafood, plus local wines and sangria. Make a reservation.
About this plan
Are you wondering what to see in Puerto de la Cruz to feel the authentic vibe of a Canarian town, rather than just checking off tourist spots? Puerto de la Cruz is a unique place—the green heart of Tenerife, where colonial architecture meets black volcanic beaches and the raw power of the ocean. Our ready-made Puerto de la Cruz sightseeing plan was created so you can experience a perfect day, combining relaxation with the discovery of the most charming hidden corners.Your plan for the perfect day in Northern TenerifePuerto de la Cruz can enchant you with its lush greenery and a calmer pace of life compared to the resorts in the south. However, without a proper strategy, it’s easy to spend the whole day in one spot, missing out on hidden viewpoints and atmospheric squares tucked away in the labyrinth of streets. Our 1-day sightseeing plan is designed to lead you seamlessly from the historic center, through seaside promenades, to the places where you can truly escape the hustle and bustle.Who is this Puerto de la Cruz guide for?This one-day trip itinerary is the perfect solution for:Seekers of authenticity: If you prefer the atmosphere of a traditional Canarian town over the commercial resorts of the south.Those who value time and convenience: Instead of wasting hours flipping through guidebooks, you get a ready-to-use sightseeing plan that leads you "by the hand" through the most interesting parts of the city.Tourists visiting for a short stay: If you are staying in another part of the island and visiting Puerto for just one day, this plan will help you squeeze 100% out of your visit.Those who don't want to waste time on logistics: Instead of analyzing maps and wondering "what next," you get a proven sightseeing plan with an optimally laid out walking path.With our plan, you don’t have to worry about organizing your time. We focus on what matters most: how to see colonial gems in one day, feel the power of the ocean on the coast, and enjoy a delicious meal. This isn’t just a list of places—it’s a complete recipe for a successful day, always at your fingertips on your phone.