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Puerto de la Cruz

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What to see in Puerto de la Cruz

Tenerife’s most classic resort town, with Lago Martiánez, a botanical garden and the Teide in the background.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 4 must-see places
  • Stay in Centre
Photo: Quartl · CC BY-SA 3.0

Puerto de la Cruz highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Lago Martiánez

    César Manrique’s seawater pools.

  2. Botanical Garden

    Tropical species since 1788.

  3. Loro Parque

    A zoo and aquarium.

  4. Orotava

    Houses with wooden balconies and the Teide behind.

Where to stay in Puerto de la Cruz

The handiest areas for getting around and going out.

  • Recommended areas

    Centre · La Paz · Taoro

Day trips from Puerto de la Cruz

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to Puerto de la Cruz

Any time of year is good to travel to Puerto de la Cruz: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

  1. Jan no warnings
  2. Feb no warnings
  3. Mar no warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov no warnings
  12. Dec no warnings

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: the neighbourhood taberna. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Spain guide.

  • Régulo

    Centre

    A benchmark Canarian restaurant; book, especially in high season.

  • Mesón Los Gemelos

    Centre

    Home-style Tenerife cooking; generous portions in the old town.

  • Restaurante Magnolia

    Centre

    A local menu near the Lago; good for dinner without a car.

  • Tasca El Olivo

    Centre

    A neighbourhood tasca; wine and nibbles after the Martiánez pools.

  • Mercado Municipal de Puerto de la Cruz

    Centre

    Fruit and cheese stalls and a counter for eating standing up.

Frequently asked questions about Puerto de la Cruz

What to see in Puerto de la Cruz?

Lago Martiánez, Botanical Garden, Loro Parque and Orotava.

What to see in Puerto de la Cruz in one day?

Don’t miss Lago Martiánez, Botanical Garden, Loro Parque and Orotava. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

Where to stay in Puerto de la Cruz?

The handiest areas to stay are Centre, La Paz and Taoro.

What’s the best time to travel to Puerto de la Cruz?

Any time of year is good to travel to Puerto de la Cruz: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

What day trips can you take from Puerto de la Cruz?

Loro Parque and Masca.

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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.