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The Canary Islands<\/a> are a stunning group of islands to explore, with Tenerife being no exception. Yes, you’ve got some totally sun-kissed beaches, but the island is so much more than just sunshine. This is exactly why I wanted to share some of the best places in Tenerife to visit when you visit. <\/p>\n

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Obviously, being one of the larger islands, with so much to see, Tenerife is a pretty popular and sometimes lively place, especially in the bigger resort towns. Now, for some, this is what they don’t like about Tenerife, that it can be pretty popular and busy.<\/p>\n

That being said, you can easily hop over to beautiful vistas and little villages and have a completely different charm and history that are just too good to miss. This is exactly what we found out when we headed over! <\/p>\n

Even the neighbouring islands like Gran Canaria<\/a> and Fuerteventura<\/a> all have their charm and can easily be popped onto a trip whilst in the Canary Islands. Anyway, with that in mind, take a look at some of the best places in Tenerife to explore on your trip to the Canary Islands. Have the best time! <\/p>\n

1.) La Orotava<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Perched at the northern part of Tenerife, La Orotava is a pretty lovely town to visit as you’re heading on a road trip across the island. <\/p>\n

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Once you’re here, stop at the church of Our Lady of the Conception, see Jardines Victoria and explore the area around Ayuntamiento Plaza.<\/p>\n

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Also, for a tasty dinner, stop off at Dabeke, which serves up some of the most delicious food. Honestly, it’s one of the best places in Tenerife that’ll leave you stuffed. <\/p>\n

For one of the chicest hotels in Tenerife, book this private villa at the Royal River, Luxury Hotel<\/a>. It’s uber luxe, and each villa comes with its own private plunge pool, which is so amazing. Not only that, there are some yummy restaurants and cocktail bars all within the expansive grounds. It’s an incredible hotel in Tenerife<\/a> to book. <\/p>\n

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2.) Las Teresitas<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Another gem in the north of Tenerife, Las Teresitas, is a lovely beach area to visit if you fancy a more relaxing day on the coast. Now, the golden sand beach has been man-made (from the Sahara Desert sands), meaning it’s unlikely that you’ll find much of the black sand that makes up volcanic islands. <\/p>\n

It’s a great place to chill out and relax, though, be aware that it can get busy when you’re visiting on the weekends or in the height of summer. Plus, it’s roughly about twenty minutes from Santa Cruz, making it really easy to visit. <\/p>\n

Read more: Best places to visit in the Canary Islands<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

3.) Masca<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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A long time ago, Masca was a pre-Spanish Guanche village that’s easily one of the best places in Tenerife to visit, especially if you love history.<\/p>\n

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Perched in the Teno Mountains, Masca is nestled in the mountainous western region of the island. Now, this all makes for some dramatic scenery, but it does mean the roads can be quite daunting if you’re not used to tight bends and a few hairy drops! Trust me, though, it’s worth it. <\/p>\n

If you’re feeling like a hike, you can actually head from Masca itself down to the bay. However, remember to wear some very comfy shoes; this ramble isn’t for flip flops! <\/p>\n

4.) Garachico<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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At the other end of Tenerife, from the capital, Garachico is a town that’s pretty easy to visit if you’re already on the north coast. <\/p>\n

Once you’re here, go for a dip in the natural rock pool, Charco De La Laja. Afterwards, pop over to Plaza de La Libertad to wander around the town and stop by Castillo de San Miguel, too.<\/p>\n

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Now, if you’re anything like me, you’ll have worked up a massive appetite after all that exploring. In that case, get to Los Pinos for their freshly-grilled octopus or Casa Gaspar for their yummy stuffed squid. <\/p>\n

Another amazing hotel in Tenerife you’ll want to stay in is Royal Garden Villas, Luxury Hotel<\/a>. These amazing villas each have private pools, and the onsite concierge<\/a> can even organise yacht charters during your stay. It’s so lovely. <\/p>\n

Read more: Best places to visit in the Canary Islands<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

5.) Punta Brava<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Although a small, little place, Punta Brava is a tiny little village area that’s perched right on the cliff edge itself. It’s a great little pit stop to make if you’re heading on the coastal roads or heading across Teide National Park from one side to another. <\/p>\n

For a tasty, sweet treat, pop into Delizia, which has some of the best Gelato and is a stone’s throw away in Puerto de la Cruz.<\/p>\n

6.) San Cristobal de La Laguna<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Perched right next to Santa Cruz, San Cristobal (or La Laguna) is easy to visit. If you’re near Rural de Anaga Park. Plus, it’s easily one of the best places in Tenerife if you love beautiful cities and a shedload of history.<\/p>\n

Now, being the old capital of Tenerife, the city has lots of history and gorgeous streets to wander around to explore. <\/p>\n

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After arriving, make sure to visit the iconic Iglesia de la Concepcion and stop off at La Tasca Faracho for their bacalao (cod), which is so tasty. These guys know their food. However, just make sure to make a reservation, as this place fills up fast.  <\/p>\n

7.) Rural de Anaga Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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If you’re fancying some time away from the villages and towns of Tenerife, make sure to head across to Rural de Anaga Park, which is totally idyllic. Better still, the rugged coastline around the ‘tip’ of Tenerife is so beautiful, especially if you can drive the coastal roads around Alm\u00e1ciga.<\/p>\n

If it’s a natural, volcanic sand beach you’re after, head across to Roque de las Bodegas (Google Maps pin<\/a>); that’s probably one of the bigger beaches around Taganana and easily one of the best places in Tenerife to explore some of that black sand, too. <\/p>\n

That being said, there’s also a load of hiking trails through the park. Though a good place to start is at the visitor centre at Cruz del Carmen (Google Maps pin<\/a>), that’s got a heap of easy trails that lead off into some longer and more challenging trails to discover. Just make sure to pack good shoes and plenty of water.<\/p>\n

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8.) Santa Cruz de Tenerife<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The great thing about Santa Cruz de Tenerife is that it’s a city that has lots of history but is also pretty new.<\/p>\n

Yes, there’s a gorgeous historic centre that you can ramble around, but there’s also a heap of sparkly new things to do and see whilst in the city itself. <\/p>\n

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Once here, explore the Mercado Municipal Nuestra Se\u00f1ora de Africa (Google Maps pin<\/a>) for a few snacks. It’s a market that serves up everything from fresh fish to tasty desserts. Don’t forget to stroll across Plaza de Espa\u00f1a and visit the botanical gardens, too. <\/p>\n

If you’re a little unlucky with the weather, pop into the Auditorium or wander around the Museum of Nature and Archaeology (Google Maps pin<\/a>). <\/p>\n

9.) Teide National Park and Volcano<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Perched, right within the centre of Tenerife, is the Teide Volcano, which, over many thousands of years, has completely shaped the island into what it is today. <\/p>\n

Although it hasn’t erupted in over 100 years, the Teide Volcano is pretty fragile and can still erupt (even in its sleeping state) in the future. This is why it’s still heavily measured and monitored for tremors and other geological science stuff I don’t know about.<\/p>\n

Anyway, the point I’m getting to is that it’s a beautiful area of the island to visit. Now, it’s pretty easy to drive to some key spots in the park, but you can also hop on the cable car<\/a> if you fancy something with even more vistas. Just make sure to grab these tickets before you arrive<\/a> – this way, you’ll be guaranteed a spot onboard.<\/p>\n

The views are incredible, especially as you’ll be above 3,500 metres from sea level! <\/p>\n

10.) Visit more of the Canary Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Yeah, there’s a lot to see in the Canary Islands<\/a>, and each island has its own charm. Better still, it’s pretty easy to hop on a boat or plane between the islands and explore some more of what makes this archipelago special.<\/p>\n

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