Things to do in Tenerife: Top 2 must-sees to visit2026 ranking

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#1 Loro Parque (Puerto de la Cruz) +11 recs 4.6/5

Loro Parque, located in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, is a zoological park recognized for its biodiversity and conservation work. It houses over 10,000 animals from 500 species, featuring the world's largest parrot collection. Highlights include an aquarium, a penguin enclosure, and shows featuring orcas, dolphins, and sea lions. Your visit supports the Loro Parque Fundación (Loro Parque Foundation) conservation efforts.

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#2 Las Teresitas Beach (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) +8 recs 4/5

Las Teresitas Beach, just north of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, stands out with its golden Saharan sand and calm waters. Protected by a breakwater, it offers a relaxing swim with views of the Anaga mountains. Less developed than southern beaches, it features practical amenities and sits near the village of San Andrés, famous for seafood.

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Latest reviews

Exceptional site

5/5

Teide National Park left me with such a memorable experience. The site is simply exceptional, with volcanic landscapes that give off an almost lunar vibe. The hikes allow you to fully immerse yourse…

A really lovely visit

Loro Parque is a really beautiful zoo to discover during a trip to the Canary Islands. I enjoyed the visit, with a wide variety of animals to observe. There are, in particular, the impressive marine m…

Pretty parrots but that is not all

The variety of parrots is impressive and is what this zoo is famous for. But there are also many other species to see, and especially marine mammals.

Impressive architecture

5/5

I didn't see the inside, but a walk on the outdoor esplanade of the building is worth a look!

Worth it if it rains

5/5

Very well documented museum on the history and biodiversity of the Canary Islands

A lively stadium

4/5

As soon as there is a match, the fans flock all around, take over all the bars, and color the streets in blue and white.

Easy to get to

It is the closest beach to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, accessible by city bus. The sun sets quite early on this east side of the island, so do not go too late. Very few waves because it is protected by a…

Nice mix of zoo and botanical garden

With the help of the local climate, the zoo operators have really invested in creating beautiful, lush, and exotic natural spaces. It is a pleasure to walk through all the paths and observe the animal…

Really nice walk

After reading Cloclo's review, I actually remembered having loved the afternoon I spent at this zoo. Beyond the wildlife you can observe and the dolphin shows, it is really a lovely place.

Stunning zoo and beautiful landscaping

Thanks to the climate in the Canaries, this zoo also acts as a tropical botanical garden with tons of plant species that have adapted really well. The animals enjoy a setting that seems natural, which…

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