What to see

There are many original places all over the island where travellers can relax and have a good time. These places are different, full of charm and always have pleasant surprises and unforgettable moments in store.​​

The island of Tenerife is full of charming spots – the kind of places that will make you struggle to find the words to describe them or explain how it feels to be there. An impressive volcano, magical laurel forests, buildings with impossible structures and staggering cliffs by the sea. These are Tenerife's must-sees that you simply cannot miss as they represent the very essence of the Island.

You will be entering a world with a thousand tales to tell, full of spectacular landscapes that have been shaped into exotic locations of breathtaking natural beauty.

Sometimes, a place's charm is best taken in with the simple pleasure of a peaceful stroll, making you feel like time has come to a halt and is resting somewhere nearby. Here, you will discover corners that are so well-preserved it seems as if the passing of time has not changed anything at all. Plenty of architectural wonders are waiting to transport you back to the longest-standing traditions and show you how the old can be balanced with the new.

As children, we probably all dreamt of being a giant, covering thousands of leagues in a single stride and looking down on everything from on high. That is what you might feel like as you step onto the steep mountain slopes of Tenerife and up over the clouds to get the best possible view. From way up on high in the most astonishing lookout points, through your giant's eyes, you will discover that there are always new details to take in, a new perspective as the sun's rays shine at a new angle, a

Are you passionate about stars and the unfathomable cosmos around us? Or are you more interested in the history of mankind? Perhaps you like to know all about wine and are keen to taste and discover new varieties with their unique flavours. Or you might have a curious mind that is always thirsting to discovering the secrets of science. Or maybe it's art that does it for you... Whatever your preferences, Tenerife's museums await you with a vast variety of experiences. Don't miss out.

Opening your eyes to such sheer beauty is breathtaking. It is a moving experience, leaving you speechless as you contemplate unknown landscapes. You almost daren't blink as you rub your eyes in disbelief thinking that all those impossible shapes disappearing into the ocean must just be a figment of your imagination. This is what stories are made of, the kind you will tell after your visit while treasuring these unforgettable memories. You will promise to return in the knowledge that there is not

You simply must not miss this wonderful National Park. The other-worldly landscapes here will leave you speechless. The pure, clean air of Spain's highest peak will refresh your lungs as you wander amidst solid volcanic magma feeling almost insignificant in this impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Picture a unique scene where the capricious twisting tongues of lava have created small pools for you to lose yourself in and feel at one with nature. You look around you and marvel at the mountains reaching up to touch the sky, while waves break against the walls of the natural swimming pool you are calmly floating in.

How do you picture the beach when you close your eyes?

The walls of the houses and the narrow earth and stone streets could tell you more stories than any book. Written in their foundations are the tales of those who inhabited the Island's villages and hamlets for centuries – tales of joy and strife. As you wander around the alleys you discover the way life used to be, as though it were happening today.