Modern Building

The Auditorio "Adán Martín" is the most important modern building in the Canary Islands and one of the symbols of Tenerife. The building was opened in 2003. [btn "10 top hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-scdt-auditorio] Concert Hall by Santiago Calatrava The architectural handwriting of the famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava is already evident at…

Swimming pool, Promenade, Black sand beach

Parque Marítimo, designed by the famous Lanzarote architect César Manrique, is a popular leisure area in the centre of Santa Cruz. [btn "10 top hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-scdt-paruqe-marítimo] Saltwater pools with beautiful views Parque Marítimo is a beautifully landscaped swimming pool with two large pools filled with saltwater. The complex also…

Botanical garden

Palmetum is a beautiful botanical garden located on a small hill above the ocean near the centre of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Here you can enjoy not only interesting flora, but also beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-scdt-palmetum] The largest collection of palm trees in Europe The Palmetum Botanical Garden…

Fortification

The small fortress of Saint John the Baptist is located right next to the Auditorium and is known among the locals as Castillo Negro, or Black Castle, after the black volcanic stone from which it is built. The fortress was built in the 17th century as part of an important fortification of the town to defend the harbour. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html?aid=2380460…

Square

Plaza de la Candelaria is the natural centre of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and a popular meeting place for locals and tourists alike. It is located in the historic centre near the main passenger ferry port. It is closely followed by the adjacent and very large Plaza de España. Bars, cafes and restaurants The area around Plaza de la Candelaria is the centre of Santa Cruz's nightlife. Here you will find a large number of cosy restaurants, bars and…

Church

The Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary is the most important and beautiful church building in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. [btn "10 top hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-scdt-iglesia] Although the church is often referred to as the "Cathedral of Santa Cruz", the Tenerife Cathedral is actually located in the town of La Laguna. The most visited…

Market

Our Lady of Africa Market is one of the most popular tourist spots in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The town's public market is best known locally as La Recova and was opened in 1944. The market building is built in neo-colonial style and the whole area has two floors. The market is relatively small and attracts both locals and tourists. [btn "10 top hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html…

City Quarter, Cave, Lookout

Barrio Nuevo is a small, beautiful neighbourhood built on a steep basalt slope at the foot of the Anaga massif. It is one of the nicest local neighbourhoods in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. [btn "Top 10 hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife" https://www.booking.com/city/es/santa-cruz-de-tenerife.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-scdt-barrionuevo] Stroll through the narrow streets and enjoy the views The houses in Barrio Nuevo are literally stuck to the rocks…