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Tenerife

The eternal spring

Tenerife

The largest island in the Canaries. From the peaks of El Teide to the warm waters of the south, passing through ancient forests and volcanic landscapes.

Geography

Location in the Archipelago

Located in the heart of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is the largest and most populated. A volcanic nexus in the Atlantic offering unmatched geographical diversity.

2.034km² Surface Area
3.715m Max. Altitude
Tenerife

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Municipalities of Tenerife

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Unique Ecosystems

Nature & Biodiversity

Tenerife is a biological sanctuary with 11 different microclimates. From dense laurisilva forests, relics of the Tertiary period, to the arid lunar landscapes of the Teide.

P.N. del Teide
UNESCO World Heritage

P.N. del Teide

Macizo de Anaga
Biosphere Reserve

Macizo de Anaga

Acantilados de Teno
Parque Rural

Teno Cliffs

Contrasting Coasts

Endless Beaches

From the wild black sands of the north to the golden calm waters of the south. The Atlantic in all its facets.

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Living History

Cultural Heritage

Discover centuries of history in the cities and towns of Tenerife. From La Laguna's colonial architecture to traditions reborn in every celebration.

Unique Flavors

Gastronomy: The Taste of the Volcano

Tenerife's gastronomy is one of the most varied in the archipelago. Traditional dishes include papas arrugadas (wrinkled potatoes) with mojo sauce, gofio, artisanal cheeses, and fresh fish, especially vieja, cherne, and tuna. Tenerife cuisine combines sea and land products with a strong unique identity.

The island also features guachinches, small traditional eateries serving homemade food and local wine. Popular for preserving Tenerife's culinary heritage, they offer simple, flavorful, and authentic recipes. The island's wine, especially from volcanic areas, is also highly regarded.

Beyond the most traditional cuisine, Tenerife has developed a modern, high-quality gastronomic offering. Many chefs reinterpret Canarian recipes with contemporary techniques while preserving local flavors. Consequently, the island is now a significant gastronomic destination within Spain.

Papas Arrugadas
Papas ArrugadasWith traditional mojo sauces
Tacoronte Wines
Tacoronte WinesDenomination of origin
Guachinches
GuachinchesTraditional local food
Goat Cheeses
Goat CheesesCured and rich cheeses
Fresh Fish
Fresh FishFresh cherne, vieja and tuna
Papas arrugadasMojo picónGofioVieja fritaBienmesabe

Volcanic Flavor

Recommended restaurants

Restaurante Pangea
RESTAURANTS

Restaurante Pangea

Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz

4.8
Closed
Restaurante El Taller Seve Diaz
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Restaurante El Taller Seve Diaz

Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz

4.9
Closed
Taste 1973 Restaurant
FINE DINING

Taste 1973 Restaurant

Arona

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Moral
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Moral

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
La Jama
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La Jama

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
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RESTAURANTS

Bodega Museo de Malvasía

Icod de los Vinos

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Tizon Restaurante Vinoteca
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Tizon Restaurante Vinoteca

Garachico

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Kon view - Lounge Restaurante
RESTAURANTS

Kon view - Lounge Restaurante

Puerto de la Cruz

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Ambasada
RESTAURANTS

Ambasada

Puerto de la Cruz

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Brooklyn Tenerife
FAST FOOD

Brooklyn Tenerife

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Los Cipreses de La Casa Inglesa
RESTAURANTS

Los Cipreses de La Casa Inglesa

Vilaflor de Chasna

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Restaurante Casa Ángel
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Restaurante Casa Ángel

La Orotava

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Damian's Bar & Tapas
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Damian's Bar & Tapas

Arona

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Restaurante Casa Gusto
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Restaurante Casa Gusto

Guía de Isora

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Restaurante Exencia
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Restaurante Exencia

Adeje

Tenerife

4.9
Closed
Freiduria La Mareta
GASTRONOMÍA

Freiduria La Mareta

Tenerife

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

4.8
Closed
Little India Tenerife
RESTAURANTS

Little India Tenerife

Tenerife

Arona

4.8
Closed
Bar Los Castillos
GASTRONOMÍA

Bar Los Castillos

Tenerife

La Orotava

4.8
Closed

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Experiences in Tenerife

Tenerife is not just to be admired, it is to be lived. The activities the island offers are as diverse as its landscapes. From soaring the skies on a paraglider to descending into the ocean depths.

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The Essentials

01
Climb the Teide

Whether by cable car or on foot, reaching the summit is a must.

02
Sunset at Benijo

The light show over the sea stacks is unmatched.

03
Stroll La Laguna

Get lost in its pedestrian streets of colonial architecture.

04
Tacoronte Wines

Taste local wines at a traditional winery.