Tenerife attractions

You can’t visit Tenerife and not see El Medano Beach in the south of the island. This beach is idyllic with its soft, sandy beaches and gentle waves licking the shoreline. It also bears Blue Flag status, meaning that it has top swimming conditions and great service. This is also the beach to come to if you want to make the most of the breeze, with plenty of windsurfing and kitesurfing opportunities available – it’s previously hosted the World Windsurfing and Kitesurfing Championships, so there’s no holding back. Looking at Tenerife holiday packages and wondering where to base yourself? Stay at the heart of the attractions around El Medano, where watersports, parasol hire and beachfront restaurants await.

One of the funnest Tenerife tourist attractions is Siam Park, a waterpark that makes for a fun day out. Bob along the Mai Thai lazy river as you recline on a rubber ring, or sit back and try to enjoy the ride on the 28m-high Tower of Power. Little ones will enjoy splashing around on Coco Beach and adults can glam it up at the Champagne Club, with comfy Balinese beds and an all-inclusive service to make the most of.

Teno Rural Park is a little slice of heaven in Tenerife, positioned in the northwest of this Gran Canarian island. Because it used to be a separate island, it has a unique biodiversity that you won’t find anywhere else on the island. If you’re looking for the natural beauty of Tenerife sightseeing, this is the place to come. 13 hiking trails will see you take in enormous cacti, leafy forests and vertical cliffs; and rising 1300m above sea level at an altitude of 780m, you’ll want to make sure you dress and pack appropriately for the trip.

If you want to continue exploring and embracing the natural wonders of Tenerife, we don’t blame you. Anaga Rural Park is another perfect site to explore, whether you want to take the Vueltas de Taganana pathway through the lush forest and historic Taganana village, or go for a swim in the sea; there’s also plenty of hotels and guesthouses to choose from, if you fancy extending your stay for a night or two

La Laguna is home to plenty of Tenerife attractions, most of which are contained in its pleasant old town. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is lined with 15th, 16th and 17th-century buildings, striking palaces and numerous churches. Check out the Palacio de Nava, a unique example of Canarian architecture; the columned white fountain in Plaza del Adelantado; and round it off with a visit to the Museum of the History and Anthropology of Tenerife.

The largest national park across the Canary Islands, Teide National Park’s standout sight is its volcano, which rises 3718m above sea level. With a dusty, red-rock landscape, this UNESCO World Heritage Site feels otherworldly; and away from the beaches and tourist resorts of Tenerife, you’ll feel just that. One of the best ways to experience Mount Teide is by taking a guided volcano tour; although it’s an active volcano, there hasn’t been an eruption since 1909.