Add dates

Santa Cruz de Tenerife Family-friendly activities

Our most recommended Santa Cruz de Tenerife Family-friendly activities

Puerto de la Cruz: Loro Parque Entry Ticket and Shows

1. Puerto de la Cruz: Loro Parque Entry Ticket and Shows

Visit Loro Parque, one of the top attractions in the Canaries, with entry tickets. Discover the incredible animal habitats that put you within a whisker of the action, and experience the excitement of the park’s 4 world-class shows. Witness a whale show at the park’s Orca Ocean. One of the most respected zoological gardens in the world, Loro Parque is known for its exceptional beauty, excellent facilities and installations, and its focus on nature and the environment. It is the first such park in the world to have been awarded the environmental certification of Animal Embassy. It is home to a wide range of animals living among tropical palm trees and the exotic vegetation that surrounds the park’s stunning Thai architecture. Loro Parque’s fully refurbished parrot show calls attention to the need to preserve the forests while showcasing the intelligence of exotic parrots who perform as ambassadors for nature. Younger visitors will enjoy their experience in Kinderlandia. This attraction resembles an African village of huts in the trees, where kids can climb and enjoy the jungle, balancing on the hanging bridges and slithering down the snake slide. The whole family can try out the Orca Roller Coaster. In Kinderlandia, both kids and parents can have a great time.

Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

2. Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

Go aboard on Maxicat Catamaran and enjoy an environmentally friendly cruise at the Tenerife South coast and the protected area, cataloged as LIC ( site of community importance), reaching a distance of 12 nautical miles. The land area located next to the LIC, is limited, in the north, by the Teno massif and Los Gigantes cliff (rural park), and at the south by Malpais Punta de Rasca (special nature reserve). This area cover 80km coast, between 5 different towns (Buenavista del Norte, Santiago del Teide, Guía de Isora, Adeje and Arona). Maxicat is based in Puerto Colon, where you will start to enjoy this relaxing tour with lunch and drinks (Tenerife local products) , previous safety talk by our staff. Throughout the trip you will be able to spot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat and discover the impressive marine species, that live in Tenerife South coast. Mular dolphins, grey or common, calderones, whales are just some of the many species that can be seen; apart from the autochtonous and migratories birds that inhabit this area, as the Pardela Cenicienta or Pescadora eagle.Our staff on board will explain you the relevant aspects of the environment and its fauna. Ask them! After the sighting, we will be head towards the Diego Hernandez bay, where you can enjoy and relax in the sunbathing nets or cool off in the clear water, while you have a refreshing drink with a delicious paella. Bring your own snorkeling equipment and probably you might be lucky to find one of the turtles that roam the Canary water. After that, we will return to Puerto Colon, bordering the Costa Adeje coast where you can appreciate the stunning view and the Volcano Teide.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Pyramids of Güímar Ethnographic Park

3. Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Pyramids of Güímar Ethnographic Park

Visit the Pirámides de Güímar Ethnographic Park and Botanical Garden and walk through an open-air museum with six stepped pyramids oriented towards the sun on key astronomical dates. Discover more about these strange lava rock formations from the 19th century AD. Walk through a park that was twice nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award. Follow several outdoor routes and specialized gardens that cover over 64,000m2. Enjoy the large variety of plants at one of the five botanical gardens in the Canary Islands. Select the premium visit option to explore aboriginal cultures from around the world, including the “Rapa Nui. Polynesia: Extreme Survival” exhibition. Enter the park's poison garden to see over 70 poisonous plant species, including some of the most dangerous plants on the planet.

Tenerife: Scuba Diving Lesson and Abades Protected Area Dive

4. Tenerife: Scuba Diving Lesson and Abades Protected Area Dive

Visit the protected Abades area in Tenerife and spot different types of ocean life as you dive beneath the waves. Whether you're a first-timer or a more experienced scuba diver, improve your skills with personal attention from your instructor. Once you reach Abades, you will receive all of the necessary equipment, including a wetsuit, mask, fins, and a diving tank. Before you discover this pristine marine setting, your instructor will explain the basics of diving to you in a 30-minute briefing. Immerse yourself in a new world, reaching a maximum depth of 10 meters. Notice the amazing sensation of breathing underwater as you keep an eye out for marine life. See schools of fish and, if you're lucky, perhaps an octopus, eagle ray, or a turtle.

Radazul: Mermaid Experience and Photo Shoot

5. Radazul: Mermaid Experience and Photo Shoot

Have your photos taken during a unique mermaid experience. See life underwater as you swim with fish and pose around the corals. Meet your instructor and prepare to become a mermaid. Try on your monofin costume together and undergo comprehensive training on how to swim with it on. Learn the right breathing techniques and what to watch out for underwater. Get comfortable diving, surfacing, and staying underwater for longer. Once you are ready, your instructor will get you a water resistent make up for the perfect mermaid / man look Discover beautiful diving spots and swim with marine life. Explore at your own leisure and feel safe being followed by your instructor. Descend to sunken ships and admire colorful reefs and starfish as your experience is captured with a photo shoot. All Fotos and videos about 70 or more you will get in high format via mail or transfer same day lately next day The mermaid experience is perfect for beginners and professional for family and friends and even for small children. If people are afraid of water we can offer foto shooing on land

Tenerife: Underwater Lava Tongues Snorkel Excursion

6. Tenerife: Underwater Lava Tongues Snorkel Excursion

Depart Tenerife on this excursion with expert guides. See how the volcanic activity formed incredible shapes of stone under water while snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Witness how the island was formed both above and and under water as a result of the volcanic activity. Explore the unique lava tongues while the instructor takes photos and videos for you to keep.

Santa Cruz: Parque Maritimo Cesar Manrique Entry ticket

7. Santa Cruz: Parque Maritimo Cesar Manrique Entry ticket

Book your ticket to César Manrique Maritime Park and enjoy the refreshing ocean water of Santa Cruz in a tranquil setting. Experience the Tenerife coast by accessing top-notch facilities to make your visit more pleasant, including swimming pools, lounge chairs, showers, and catering services. Step into César Manrique Maritime Park, a posthumous work of this famous artist, and become immersed in the local landscape. Spend the day in nature while avoiding the hassle of a regular beach visit, by taking advantage of the park's lounge chairs, catering services, changing rooms, showers, and gym. Dip into one of the 3 saltwater pools and relax with the sound of the artificial waterfalls. Admire an incomparable view of the Auditorio de Tenerife, the Palmetum botanical garden, and the sea. See how the black volcanic rocks contrast with the clear blue waters, palm trees, and flowers. Make the most of your day by purchasing some food or drinks, or renting an umbrella to stay in the sun for as long as you wish.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Introductory Diving Course & 2 Dives

8. Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Introductory Diving Course & 2 Dives

You will learn the different parts of diving equipment, their function and how to use them underwater. Then you will make a first dive to a depth of 6 meters where you will do basic diving exercises and a guided tour with constant supervision by a dive instructor. On the second dive, we will go on a guided route to a 12 meters maximum depth. Double dive, double depth, double enjoyment! Dynamics of the experience: 1 day / 6 hours 1st hour- Arrival at the center and technical explanation of the experience. 2nd hour- Let's get into the water! Enjoy a dive from 30 to 45 minutes at a depth of 6 meters. An unforgettable experience. 3rd hour- Relax, enjoy a snack while watching the videos and photos of the first dive. 4th hour- More water! Now let's really enjoy, second dive to 12 meters for 30 to 45 min. 5th hour- End of the activity, have a fresh shower and drink something at our bar while you watch the videos of your experience. Maximum depth: 12 meters Duration of the dives: 30/45 min. Physical requirements: Normal state of health. Minimum age: 10 years

Frequently asked questions about Santa Cruz de Tenerife

What top attractions are a must-see in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

The must-see attractions in Santa Cruz de Tenerife are:

What are the most popular museums and exhibitions in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

Other Sightseeing Options in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Want to discover all there is to do in Santa Cruz de Tenerife? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Very pleasant team, we were a little afraid that there would be too many people on the boat but in the end it was very good! The meal provided is a plus. Not haute cuisine but we weren't asking for that much! And the whales were there, the children were thrilled. In short, a very good time! Thank you to the entire Maxicat crew! (small problem: the boat presented as "ecological" never took out the sail and ran on the engine for 3 hours...)

The diving lesson was all that I have ever dreamed of. The diving instructor was very kind and friendly, and had a big patience with both me and my 10 year old son. I would recommend for every new beginner (or rehearsed) diver.

It was very convenient to be able to buy tickets in advance. I highly recommend that they also buy a lunch coupon. We ate half a chicken with fried potatoes/rice, fruit, cookies.

A day well spent on a catamaran cruise. Well organized (including transport to the marina, food, drinks...), well executed, excellent crew

Fantastic park and zoo. Amazing shows! A great family day out everyone enjoyed. So much to see and do.