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The Magic of Canary Islands: Santa Cruz de Tenerife Free Walking Tours
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is the capital of Tenerife and a fairly large port city with its own atmosphere, modern architecture, and pleasant parks. This island, like all the Canary Islands, is a very popular tourist destination. So, if you are planning your holiday here, do not forget to book a free walking tour in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife Sights and Tourist Spots
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a place where you can not only swim in the ocean or eat delicious food but also a place with many interesting picturesque corners that you definitely should not miss. To see the beauty of the island, you can order Santa Cruz de Tenerife walking tours.
- Museum of Nature and Man. One of the main attractions of the city of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and, perhaps, the best museum in the Canary Islands is the Museum of Nature and Man, located in the former building of the Civil Hospital, introducing its visitors to the natural wealth of the region and archaeological finds made on the island. The entrance costs 5 euros.
- Botanical Garden. The magnificent Botanical Garden of Tenerife, founded in 1788, has thousands of species of plants brought here from all over the world. In addition to the main collections of tropical and subtropical plants, here you can see a variety of palm trees, a garden of fragrant herbs, as well as a giant 200-year-old Australian eucalyptus. You simply cannot find a more suitable place to while away the evening, inhaling the scent of roses.
- Museum of the House with Balconies. In the magnificent rooms of this luxurious mansion, built in 1632, you can see historical photographs and a variety of interesting things. In one of the rooms, there is a shop with lace and other local handicrafts. There is also a wine cellar with an original Lagar wine press. The entrance fee is 5 euros.
- Basilica of Candelaria. This church, built in 1959, is located on the edge of the city center, next to the waterfront. In the square next to the basilica you can see another landmark of the city and the entire island - nine huge statues of Guanche warriors.
- Cathedral of San Cristobal de La Laguna. The Cathedral of San Cristobal de La Laguna was completely rebuilt in 1913. Its beautiful Baroque altar is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary of Los Remedies, Our Lady of Healing, and dates back to the 16th century. Other highlights of the cathedral include impressive paintings by Cristóbal Hernández de Quintana, one of the island's leading 18th-century artists, and a magnificent Carrara marble pulpit carved by Genoese sculptor Pasquale Bocchiardo in 1762. Entrance to the cathedral costs €5.
Practical Information: Tour Schedule, Meeting Places, and Booking Details
On our website, there is one free tour in Santa Cruz de Tenerife which is conducted in Spanish and English and lasts two hours. You can study the tour in more detail by clicking its title. And now let's find out what people who have Santa Cruz de Tenerife city tour think:
Santa Cruz de Tenerife Tour, a City Full of Life!
“Very good free tour. Daniel gave us historical information that we did not know, as well as current information of the city necessary for those who visit the place. Very cordial and friendly at all times.”
The closest airport to Santa Cruz de Tenerife Port is the Tenerife North Airport (TFN), located 10 km away. The main bus station in Tenerife (Intercambiador de Transportes de Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. From here you can get to any point on the island.
Get Unforgettable Memories in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
If you want to visit Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the best solution for seeing all the main interesting places for you will be to order a free tour. Our guides will immerse you in historical facts and provide a lot of positive emotions.
