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Discover Puerto de la Cruz holidays 2021

Tenerife’s most popular resort is an ideal location for package holidays and summer escapes. Fine weather, beautiful beaches and pretty parks, gardens and plazas make this Puerto de la Cruz an idyllic break.

Holidays to Puerto de la Cruz promise endless fun whether you’re a couple, family or group of friends. With excellent weather all year round, you can enjoy sizzling hot summer holidays to Puerto de la Cruz, or pleasantly mild winter breaks. Beyond some glorious stretches of sand, the resort has appeal for all with interesting history,

History in Puerto de la Cruz

Visitors have been enjoying holidays in Puerto de la Cruz for centuries, as the resort has been welcoming travellers since the late 19th century. But its history predates the 1800s, and today you can explore its gorgeously preserved Old Town, where carved wooden balconies and colourful houses create a jovial atmosphere. Visit the town’s oldest building, the 16th-century Ermita de San Juan, and the neighbouring Iglesia de San Francisco. The prettiest church in town, Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia, was built in the 17th century and has a striking wooden ceiling.

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Why book Puerto De La Cruz holidays

Discover the best beaches

The area is popular for its dark, volcanic-sand beaches

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Hit the nightlife & bar scene

Enjoy a vibrant night scene with clubs, wine bars & live music venues

Cultural hotspot not to miss

Visit the Old Town for its traditional Canarian vibe, cobbled streets & colonial-style cafes

Family-friendly attractions

Go to the animal adventure park Loro Parque & Lago Martianez water park

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Top 5 things to do in Puerto de la Cruz

This large resort in Tenerife has plenty to keep every kind of traveller busy, from intriguing museums to gorgeous gardens.

Creative types should visit the Contemporary Art Museum in Puerto de la Cruz, where international and Spanish artists such as Will Faber and César Manrique are hosted within the Old Customs House.
For a peaceful stroll, visit the Botanical Gardens. Created in the late 1700s, today there are thousands of species of plants from all over the world. Don’t miss the huge, 200-year-old Australian Moreton Bay fig.
The Sitio Litre Garden is an oasis in Puerto de la Cruz, with an orchid walk through a humid greenhouse and a croquet lawn ready for games.
Mill about in the central hub of activity in Puerto de la Cruz: Plaza del Charco. Cafes and bars skirt around this leafy square.
History buffs will love the fascinating Archaeological Museum with its replica cave dwellings and clay pots from the Guanche period.

Activities to try in Puerto de la Cruz

Feeling adventurous? Get active on your holiday to Puerto de la Cruz with one of these fantastic activities.

Northern Tenerife is a great walking destination, so try a hike on the beautiful, dramatic coastline between Playa Bollullo and Playa del Pato.
Want to see Puerto de la Cruz a little differently? Go on a guided segway tour around the town to orient yourself and learn about its history.
A highlight of any holiday in Puerto de la Cruz is a swim at the Costa Martinez complex of seawater swimming pools. Sip something refreshing from the on-site cafe and cool off beneath the fountains.
Keen hikers will love Mount Teide. The tallest peak on the island at over 3,700 metres, you can hike its stunning otherworldly landscapes on a day trip.
Try a spot of scuba diving on your holiday in Puerto de la Cruz. Dive schools offer PADI qualifications and you can get underwater to see shipwrecks and exciting sealife.

Beaches

Best beaches in Puerto de la Cruz

Bring your swimsuit and some sunscreen for a beach break in Puerto de la Cruz – there’s plenty of sand for all, here.

Playa Martiánez is the main attraction on the coast of Puerto de la Cruz. Black volcanic sand and an Atlantic ocean with rolling waves makes this a brilliant place to spend the day. There’s plenty of facilities and a swish boardwalk.
With swishing palms right on the black sand, Playa Jardín is a picturesque spot. There’s sunbed rentals and parasols for hire, and plenty of toilets and showers.
Playa del Castillo is a popular choice here. There are palms right on the sand, sunbeds for hire and a boardwalk extends behind the black sand where a public garden offers shade.
With a couple of beach bars and cafes behind the black sand here, Playa Chica is a great option for families seeking refreshments.
Playa Grande is the beach for you if you’re into volleyball. There are plenty of cafes and beach bars nearby, and a lifeguard watches swimmers during peak season.

Quiet beaches in Puerto de la Cruz

Away from the crowds of Tenerife’s busiest resort you’ll find plenty of sandy beaches with a more serene, secluded vibe.

Surfers love Playa del Ancón, next door to Los Patos. There are no facilities here, but occasionally a lifeguard watches over the waves in summer.
Sitting east of the main town, Playa Bollullo is as dramatic as it gets here. Black cliffs and rocky outcrops offer a picturesque scene. The waves can be wild, so swimming isn’t advised.
Playa Los Patos is another beautiful location for a day on the black sand of Tenerife. Accessed by a steep rocky path, it’s well worth the clamber down as the ocean is calm enough for swimming.
The rocky beach of Playa De Los Roques is rarely busy, but it’s worth visiting just for the views. A pair of sea stacks and a natural arch offer a dramatic view out to the ocean.
The hike to Playa de Castro, which sits west along the coast from Puerto de la Cruz, keeps the crowds away. Small waterfalls tumble off the steep cliffs here and into the sea, and tall palms swish above the sand.

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Food and drink in Puerto de la Cruz

From exciting international treats to traditional Canarian cuisine, there’s a meal for every kind of eater in Puerto de la Cruz.

Thanks to its huge number of German expats and visitors, there are German bakeries galore in Puerto de la Cruz. Treat yourself to pastries and freshly-baked bread.
With a long history and gorgeous old town, Puerto de la Cruz has some truly atmospheric places to eat. Try 200-year-old Regulo for Canarian classics or Tito’s, which is set inside an 18th-century mansion.
Pick up some fresh fruit and veg at the weekly Wednesday market in town, where handicraft stalls sit side by side with local farmers.
Don’t miss enjoying a Spanish tradition: tapas. Order lots of little small plates for the table and tuck into a range of classic dishes, from calamari to tortilla.
Indulge in a little international cuisine. From Indian restaurants to Italian pizzerias, there’s somewhere to suit everyone here.

Traditional dishes to try in Puerto de la Cruz

Want to really get to know Tenerife? Eat some of these traditional Canarian dishes on your holiday to Puerto de la Cruz.

Papas arrugadas translates as “wrinkly potatoes” and these are ubiquitous around Tenerife. Boiled in their skins and then salted and dressed, they’re a moreish accompaniment to any meal.
Mojo sauce comes in red and green and is a delicious dipping sauce for bread, potatoes and meat. Made with peppers and garlic, it’s a piquant condiment found on every table.
Rancho canario is a thick, delicious soup made with chicken, pork and chickpeas plus a selection of vegetables. This is one for the hungry.
Grilled fish is a go-to main meal for anyone in the Canary Islands. With a bountiful Atlantic Ocean at its shores, you’ll find tuna, parrot fish, sea bass and swordfish on the menus.
A fragrant, meaty dish is baifo, made with young goat marinated in aromatic herbs and garlic. Pair this with some mojo and wrinkly potatoes and you’ve got a winning dinner.

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Puerto de la Cruz family holidays

Package holidays to Puerto de la Cruz make an excellent family escape. Bring the kids along for endless family fun.

Loro Parque is a brilliant little zoo not far from the centre of Puerto de la Cruz. Meet Morgan the orca, a swathe of reptiles and fish, and even gorillas, sea lions and sloths.
Kids will love the Museo del Pescador, a tiny museum all about the fishing business in the region with both small and large model boats.
Hire a kayak or two and take the kids out on the water. Explore the dramatic, craggy coastline of Tenerife and spot sea life such as fish and jellyfish.
Educate the kids about nature’s wonder on a whale and dolphin watching tour. You’ll strike out from northern Tenerife by boat to follow pods of lively dolphins and spot sperm and minke whales in the sea.
There are children’s parks all over Puerto de la Cruz so opt for some inland adventures at one of the many public playgrounds.

Puerto de la Cruz couples holidays

Romance abounds thanks to the gorgeous restaurants, pretty beaches and lavish hotels in Puerto de la Cruz.

Sample something special at a local winery inland from Puerto de la Cruz. A host of vineyards in the hills and mountains are making excellent wines and you can book in for a tour and tasting.
Treat your loved one to a spa day for some sensual pampering. Have a couples massage or spend some time in the hot tub at one of the area’s many spa hotels.
Hire your own boat for the day and get out on the ocean for some real privacy. Drop the anchor in a quiet cove and swim, sunbathe or simply picnic on deck just the two of you.
Tenerife has some spectacularly dark skies and on clear nights you can see an astonishing number of twinkling stars. Take a stargazing tour up Teide to the observatory for a romantic evening out.
Head to a rooftop bar for sundowners. While northern Tenerife’s beaches are doused in shade by sundown, the rooftops of Puerto de la Cruz offer an excellent vantage point to enjoy a romantic sunset over the island.

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Situated on Tenerife’s north coast, Puerto de la Cruz is a fabulous destination for a family holiday. This little town boasts an enticing mix of history, family attractions and proximity to some of the island’s most exciting natural wonders, meaning it’s the perfect place for a well-rounded break.

Puerto de la Cruz weather

Jan

18°C

Avg. Dry Days 19

Feb

18°C

Avg. Dry Days 16

Mar

18°C

Avg. Dry Days 20

Apr

19°C

Avg. Dry Days 20

Nov

21°C

Avg. Dry Days 14

Dec

19°C

Avg. Dry Days 18

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Puerto de la Cruz Holidays

Discover Puerto de la Cruz holidays 2021

History in Puerto de la Cruz

Why book Puerto De La Cruz holidays

Discover the best beaches

Amazing all inclusive resorts

Hit the nightlife & bar scene

Cultural hotspot not to miss

Family-friendly attractions

Lush natural wonders

Join the millions of customers finding better value holidays

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Your guide to Puerto De La Cruz holidays

Top 5 things to do in Puerto de la Cruz

Activities to try in Puerto de la Cruz

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