Tenerife Se Vive 🌴 Local Guide, Things to Do & Travel Tips

What makes Tenerife so special? The weather is almost perfect all year round. You can literally relax on the beach in February or walk around without a heavy jacket in December. But it is not just about beaches: we have Mount Teide standing right in the middle, dominating the entire landscape. If you are planning a trip to Tenerife, there are a few essential things you need to know: incredible hiking routes, vibrant local festivals, hidden traditional eateries, and practical logistics to get around easily. Tenerife Airports: North vs. South ✈️ One critical thing to know before booking your flights: Tenerife has two international airports on opposite ends of the island. Choosing the right one saves you driving time and hassle! Tenerife South Airport (TFS - Reina Sofía): The main hub for international flights and low-cost airlines (like Ryanair, EasyJet, or Jet2). If you are staying in Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas, or Los Cristianos, you are just 15–20 minutes awa...

If you are coming to Tenerife and you don't step into a guachinche , you're basically missing the whole point of being here. To put it simply: these are not your typical restaurants. They are simple, family-run joints—often set in a garage, a rustic shed, or a home terrace—where the local wine flows and the food tastes like a Canarian grandma's home cooking. It’s loud, it’s informal, and honestly? It’s the most authentic food experience on the island. How it all started 📜 Guachinches originated in the northern valleys of Tenerife. Local grape growers needed a way to sell their surplus wine after the harvest. To encourage people to buy, they started serving a few simple, homemade dishes alongside the wine. By law, traditional guachinches can only stay open until their wine runs out, and they usually offer a limited menu of local recipes. What to keep in mind before you go 🤔 Opening months and days: Real guachinches are seasonal (typically opening after the ne...

Loro Parque is easily one of Tenerife's most iconic attractions. Located in Puerto de la Cruz, in the green northern region of the island, it combines nature, wildlife conservation, top-tier animal welfare, and impressive shows. Here is a practical guide with everything you need to know before visiting. 🦜 A Park Built on Conservation and History What started in 1972 as a small sanctuary for parrots has transformed into one of the most respected zoos globally. Today, Loro Parque hosts hundreds of animal species—many of which are part of international endangered breeding programs. Through the Loro Parque Fundación , a significant portion of its revenue directly funds biodiversity projects around the globe. 🎟️ Tickets, Prices, and Opening Hours The park opens every single day of the year from 09:30 to 17:30 . While you can purchase tickets at the entrance window, buying your tickets online in advance is highly recommended to skip the entry lines during peak m...

⚠️ Nota: Esta página se actualiza cada año. Aquí encontrarás el calendario de romerías y fiestas de Tenerife 2026 . Tenerife es una isla vibrante durante todo el año, llena de fiestas, romerías y celebraciones en cada municipio. Aquí te ofrecemos un resumen completo de los días festivos oficiales y las principales fiestas populares en toda la isla para 2026. Días festivos oficiales en Tenerife En Tenerife, los días festivos nacionales, regionales y locales para el año 2026 son los siguientes: 1 de enero : Año Nuevo 6 de enero : Epifanía del Señor (Día de Reyes) 2 de febrero : Festividad de la Virgen de Candelaria, patrona de Canarias (festivo insular de Tenerife) 2 de abril : Jueves Santo 3 de abril : Viernes Santo 1 de mayo : Día Internacional del Trabajo 30 de mayo : Día de Canarias 15 de agosto : Asunción de la Virgen 12 de octubre : Fiesta Nacional de España 2 de noviembre : Día de Todos los Santos (...