Tenerife travel guide

Tenerife attractions

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Thanks to year-round good weather Tenerife's attractions are many and varied. From the highest mountain in Spain, to dolphin shows and waterparks, Tenerife's sightseeing will keep the whole family entertained, with lots of things to see and places to go.

Things to see and do in Tenerife

Mount Teide

Mount Teide

Spain's highest peak is surrounded by a beautiful national park. Hike to the top for amazing views, or cheat and get the cable car.

Pirámides de Güímar

Pirámides de Güímar

Nobody knows the origins of these six mysterious step pyramids on the east coast of the island. Are they merely agricultural stone terraces, or ancient temples to the gods? You decide.

Loro Parque

Loro Parque

Originally a parrot sanctuary, this park now houses a huge collection of animals and is one of Tenerife's most popular tourist attractions. Alongside gorillas, tigers and jaguars are the world's largest penguinarium, a shark tunnel, and dolphin and sea lion shows to boot - a top Tenerife sight!

Siam Park

Siam Park

Located in the south of the island, this waterpark is one of Europe's largest and newest, with state-of-the-art rides set against some jaw-dropping Thai architecture.

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Tips

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Don't miss Tenerife's carnival, the world's second biggest after Rio's. The 14-day festival takes place in February and features huge open-air parties and streets full of general merrymaking.

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If you've got time take the ferry to the smaller islands of La Gomera or La Palma and see a more peaceful and laidback side to the Canary Islands.

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If you love beach parties then don't miss the midsummer party of San Juan on the night of 23 June. Bonfires are lit all over the island and everyone heads down to the beaches for one big party.