Tenerife is the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands and is located off of West Africa.
It is dominated by Mount Teide a dormant volcano that is Spain's tallest peak. The coastline
has many splendid beaches with sands varying from yellow to black. From spectacular nature
to exciting theme parks, golden beaches to impressive architecture, there are plenty
of things to do in Tenerife that the whole family will enjoy.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Tenerife, we’ve included links in the
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10) At number 10 is Loro Parque
Loro Parque Zoo is located in Puerto de la Cruz and is one of the most visited attractions
in the Canary Islands. Initially dedicated to parrots, the park has now expanded and
is home to a diverse range of animals and plants that include whales, sea lions, tigers,
chimpanzees and alligators. There is also an aquarium, a jungle area, children’s play
area and many shows featuring parrots, dolphins and sea lions. Visitors can see thousands
of animals in this beautiful tropical park!
9) Number 9 is Teide Cable Car
Visitors can take the Teide Cable Car 1,200 meters up to the top of Mount Teide, a dormant
volcano and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy stunning views from the specially refurbished
cable car as it completes its 8-minute journey to the upper station. There you can check
out the local flora and fauna, many of which are completely unique to the island, admire
the wildlife, and even climb up to the very summit before you eventually glide back down.
8) At number 8 is Whale and Dolphin Watching
A whale and dolphin watching tour off the coast of Tenerife is one of the best ways
to watch whales and dolphins in their natural environment. Bottlenose dolphins, Sperm whales
and Pilot whales are all resident in the waters around the Canary Islands with other species
such as the Killer Whales, Mike Whales and the Striped Dolphins occasionally migrating
into the waters. You may also see turtles, sharks, osprey and kestrels while out on the
water.
7) Number 7 is Cueva del Viento
Cueva del Viento is a set of caves that were created by lava from the eruption of the Pico
Viejo volcano. There are 18km of lava tubes, which you can explore with a tour guide. While
walking through the maze of underground tunnels you will discover fossils, lava stalactites,
lava lakes and at least 190 species of different insects which live in the tunnels.
6) At number 6 Tour the Tenerife Auditorium
The Tenerife Auditorium is an iconic modern art sculpture, created in a grand architectural
style by the internationally renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. One of the finest
buildings in the Canary Islands, the venue frequently hosts talks, exhibitions and music
events. Guided multilingual tours will take you behind the scenes of this remarkable building.
5) Number 5 is the Teide Observatory
At Teide's famous observatory visitors can gaze out over the stunning volcanic island
scenery, before peering into the depths of space with the super-powered telescopes. Learn
about the importance of astrophysics and solar observation in the interactive workshops and
then safely stare at our own sun like never before. You'll be able to see real sunspots
and solar flares with a view that's really out of this world!
4) At number 4 are the Pyramids of Guimar
The Pyramids of Guimar Ethnographic Park is home to a mysterious group of stone pyramids
that were first discovered in the 1990s and have various theories surrounding their origin.
The Museum at the park explores the scientific and archaeological investigations that have
taken place at Guimar. These 12-meter towers built from volcanic Tenerife rock are a sight
to behold and a must-see on the island.
3) Number 3 is Jungle Park
Jungle Park is one of Tenerife's most impressive zoological and botanical parks, and is located
in Arona about 5 minutes from Los Cristianos. The Park has around 75,000 m² of jungle containing
various walks with tunnels, suspension bridges, waterfalls, lagoons, and caves. Jungle Park
is home to a large variety of animals and boasts spectacular daily shows featuring exotic
birds and birds of prey.
2) At number 2 is The Museum of Nature and Man
The Museum of Nature and Man in Santa Cruz contains many important artefacts related
to the history of the Canary Islands. It has a large collection of native tools and carvings,
as well as well-preserved mummies from around the world. The conservation work done by the
museum is important and visitors have a unique chance to discover the largest existing collection
of the aboriginal culture of ancient Tenerife.
1) And at number 1 is Siam Park
Siam Park is a Thai themed water park in Costa Adeje, covering 48 acres. It has one of the
largest collection of Thai buildings outside of Thailand and a great selection of water
slides and rides, both family friendly and adrenaline filled. Alongside the water slides
there is the Lost City, a children’s play area with over 120 different games, a Thai
floating market, Siam Beach, a wave pool which offers surfing lessons, and various Thai restaurants
to enjoy. Siam Park definitely delivers thrills and spills for the whole family.
So that sums up our top 10 things to do in Tenerife, we hope you enjoyed, if you did
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