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Black sand and the Atlantic Ocean at Playa de la Arena, Tenerife

EXPLORE / TENERIFE.REVIEWS

Find the Tenerifeyou came for.

Volcanic landscapes, old towns, quiet coastlines and roads where the journey is part of the reason to go.

EDITOR’S FIRST PICKTeide National ParkTeide National Park · Free access / paid activities may applySee why ↓
TR / EXPLORE / 001BEACHES / TOWNS / NATURE

FIND YOUR MATCH

Where should today lead?

Area
Mood
Access
15 confident choices
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Teide National ParkVolcanic landscapeFree access / paid activities may apply

Teide National Park

The island's defining landscape. Check current access before setting out.

A high-altitude landscape of lava fields, wide horizons and changing light.

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Anaga Rural Park, AnagaTR / 002
AnagaMountains and laurel forestFree access / permits may apply

Anaga Rural Park

Take the slower route and check current trail access before walking.

Green ridges, old forest and roads that feel far from the resort coast.

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Playa de Benijo, AnagaTR / 003
AnagaWild beachFree access

Playa de Benijo

Go for the landscape, keep an eye on the ocean and never rush the road back.

Black sand, sea stacks and one of Tenerife's most dramatic Atlantic horizons.

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MascaMountain villageFree village access / transport or trail restrictions may apply

Masca

Do not rush it, and check current transport and access details first.

A dramatic mountain village where the road is part of the experience.

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Punta de Teno, Buenavista del NorteTR / 005
Buenavista del NorteRemote headlandFree destination access / transport restrictions may apply

Punta de Teno

The destination is simple. The journey and changing light are the reason to go.

A stark volcanic headland where the road finishes and the Atlantic takes over.

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La Laguna, San Cristóbal de La LagunaTR / 006
San Cristóbal de La LagunaHistoric townFree access

La Laguna

A perfect Sunday, without a schedule.

Courtyards, old streets and an unhurried lunch.

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GarachicoHistoric coastal townFree access

Garachico

Come for an afternoon and stay until the light softens over the Atlantic.

Historic streets, volcanic coastline and a town that rewards taking your time.

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Los Gigantes, Santiago del TeideTR / 008
Santiago del TeideCliffs and harbourFree town / harbour access

Los Gigantes

See them from the coast, then change perspective from the water if time allows.

Monumental basalt cliffs rising directly from the Atlantic above a compact harbour town.

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La OrotavaHistoric townFree access

La Orotava

Start with coffee, walk without a strict route and leave room for lunch.

Old streets, traditional architecture and an easy route into a slower north-coast day.

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Los RealejosCoastal walkFree trail. Check current closures and conditions

Rambla de Castro

One of the north coast's most atmospheric walks when the trail is open and dry.

A palm-filled coastal landscape of cliffs, old estates and Atlantic viewpoints.

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Playa de la Arena, Santiago del TeideTR / 011
Santiago del TeideBeachFree beach access

Playa de la Arena

Go early, stay after the first coffee.

Dark volcanic sand and a quieter stretch of Atlantic.

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El Médano, Granadilla de AbonaTR / 012
Granadilla de AbonaBeach townFree access

El Médano

Come when you want the south without polished resort formality.

A breezy beach town with a local rhythm, long shoreline and easy cafés.

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La GuanchaNatural poolFree access. Sea conditions can make bathing unsafe

Charco del Viento

Go for the landscape first, and swim only when conditions are clearly safe.

A dramatic volcanic bathing place shaped by lava and the Atlantic.

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Cumbre DorsalViewpointFree roadside viewpoint. Mountain weather changes quickly

Mirador de Chipeque

Keep it as a weather-led stop, never a guaranteed sunset spectacle.

A high forest viewpoint where Teide can rise above a moving sea of cloud.

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Icod de los Vinos, Icod de los VinosTR / 015
Icod de los VinosHistoric townFree town access / attractions may charge

Icod de los Vinos

Treat it as part of a wider northwest day rather than a single quick photo stop.

A layered north-coast town of traditional streets, wine culture and the ancient dragon tree.

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Every listing is selected for atmosphere, quality and a genuine reason to go. Opening hours and access can change, so use the official link before travelling.

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