Tenerife guides
Practical, up-to-date guides to Tenerife's nightlife, resorts, attractions and everyday essentials.
Nightlife & entertainment
Tenerife Nightlife: Where to Go Out, Area by AreaTenerife nightlife explained: where the late clubs, live music bars, tribute shows and quieter evenings are, plus closing times, costs and getting home safely.The Veronicas Strip, Playa de las Américas: What to ExpectVeronicas strip in Playa de las Américas explained: when it gets busy, how late clubs stay open, drink prices, safety tips and how it compares with Starco.Starco, Playa de las Américas: A Guide to the Bar CentreStarco in Playa de las Américas: where it is, what bars and shows you will find, when it gets busy and how it links to the Veronicas strip for a later night.Tribute Acts in Tenerife: A Practical GuideTribute acts in Tenerife: which areas have the most shows, typical start times, what entry costs and how to find tonight's tribute line-up across the south.Live Music Bars in Tenerife: Where to Hear a BandLive music bars in Tenerife: the best areas for bands, acoustic sets and rock nights, typical start times and costs, and how to find tonight's live music.Comedy Nights in Tenerife: What to Expect and WhereComedy nights in Tenerife: where to find stand-up and comedy shows in English, start times, prices, the style of humour and how to check tonight's acts.Karaoke Bars in Tenerife: A Guide for Singers and SpectatorsKaraoke bars in Tenerife: the best areas for karaoke nights, how sign-up works, typical start times and costs, and tips for groups. Find tonight's karaoke.Drag and Cabaret Shows in TenerifeDrag and cabaret shows in Tenerife: where to see drag queens and cabaret in the south, dinner show options, typical prices and tips for hen dos and groups.Gay Tenerife: An LGBTQ+ Guide to the IslandGay Tenerife guide: where the LGBTQ+ bars and drag shows are, when Tenerife Pride takes place, how the island compares with Gran Canaria and where to stay.Planning a Stag Do in TenerifeStag do in Tenerife: where to stay, the best nights out on Veronicas and Starco, daytime activities from boat parties to go-karting, costs and rules to know.Planning a Hen Do in TenerifeHen do in Tenerife: the best drag and dinner shows, beach clubs, boat parties and nights out, where to stay, rough costs and tips for a smooth hen weekend.British and Irish Bars in Tenerife: Where to Find ThemBritish and Irish bars in Tenerife: the best areas for pubs, what to expect from live sport, food, music and quizzes, and how they compare with Spanish bars.Where to Watch Football in TenerifeWhere to watch football in Tenerife: the best areas for sports bars, kick-off times (same as UK and Ireland), Saturday 3pm games and seeing CD Tenerife play.What Time Do Bars and Clubs Close in Tenerife?What time do bars close in Tenerife? Legal closing times for bars, music venues and clubs under Canary Islands rules, tourist-zone extensions and real hours.Los Cristianos Nightlife: A Guide to Evenings OutLos Cristianos nightlife guide: the main bar areas, live music and karaoke nights, how late things go, prices and getting to the Veronicas strip later on.Puerto de la Cruz Nightlife: Where to Go Out in the NorthPuerto de la Cruz nightlife: the best squares and streets for bars, live and Latin music, the Lago Martiánez casino, fiestas and how it compares with the south.Hotel Entertainment in Tenerife: Evening Shows ExplainedHotel entertainment in Tenerife: what evening shows, mini discos and animation teams usually offer, how it compares with going out and how to find more shows.Dinner Shows in Tenerife: Which One to ChooseDinner shows in Tenerife compared: the Castillo San Miguel medieval banquet, drag and cabaret dinner shows in Costa Adeje, what is included, prices and tips.
Plan your trip
Things to Do in Tenerife: The Best Days Out, Sights and NightsThe best things to do in Tenerife, from Mount Teide and Masca to Siam Park, whale watching and the south's nightlife, with practical tips on costs and booking.Mount Teide Guide: Cable Car, Summit Permits, Trails and What to ExpectMount Teide guide: cable car prices and hours, how to get the summit permit, the new 2026 trail booking rules and fines, altitude tips and how to get there.Siam Park Tenerife: Tickets, Best Rides and How to Make the Most of Your DaySiam Park Tenerife guide: ticket prices, opening hours, the best slides, getting there by free bus and tips to beat the queues at Costa Adeje's water park.Loro Parque Tenerife: Tickets, What to See and How to Get ThereLoro Parque guide: ticket prices, opening hours, the main animal areas and shows, the Twin Ticket with Siam Park, and how to get to Puerto de la Cruz.The Best Beaches in Tenerife, Area by AreaThe best beaches in Tenerife compared: golden sand in Costa Adeje and Las Teresitas, black volcanic beaches, family-friendly bays and where to go when windy.Whale and Dolphin Watching in Tenerife: How to Choose a Responsible TripWhale and dolphin watching in Tenerife: which species you'll see, departure ports, prices, how to check a boat is authorised, and the rules boats must follow.Tenerife Boat Trips: Which Cruise Is Right for You?Compare Tenerife boat trips: catamarans, sailing yachts, RIBs, party boats and private charters, with typical prices, ports, durations and booking tips.The Best Day Trips in Tenerife (and to the Neighbouring Islands)The best day trips in and from Tenerife: Teide, Masca, La Gomera by ferry, La Laguna, Anaga, Garachico and more, with travel times and planning tips.Masca Village and Gorge: How to Visit, Book the Hike and Get ThereHow to visit Masca in Tenerife: booking the regulated gorge hike, fees, the mandatory shuttle bus, the boat from Masca Bay and tips for the village itself.La Gomera from Tenerife: Ferries, Day Trip Plan and What to SeeHow to visit La Gomera from Tenerife: ferry operators and crossing times from Los Cristianos, typical fares, taking a hire car and a one-day itinerary.Where to Stay in Tenerife: The Best Areas ComparedWhere to stay in Tenerife: Costa Adeje, Las Americas, Los Cristianos, Los Gigantes, Puerto de la Cruz and more compared for nightlife, families and sun.Tenerife with Kids: Family Days Out, Beaches and Practical TipsPlanning Tenerife with kids? The best family attractions, beaches and areas to stay, plus age limits, prices and tips for Teide, boat trips and water parks.Free Things to Do in Tenerife: Beaches, Walks, Towns and Nights OutFree things to do in Tenerife: Teide National Park, beaches, viewpoints, old towns, coastal walks, fiestas and no-cover evening shows, plus money-saving tips.What to Do in Tenerife on a Rainy or Cloudy DayRainy day in Tenerife? Museums, aquariums, shopping centres, caves, bowling and indoor shows, plus the trick of driving to the sunny side of the island.Eating Out in Tenerife: The Best Places, Dishes and Areas for FoodWhere to find the best restaurants in Tenerife: Canarian dishes to try, guachinches, harbour seafood, Michelin dining, resort favourites and typical prices.Sunday Roast in Tenerife: Where to Look, What to Pay and How to BookLooking for a Sunday roast in Tenerife? The best areas to find one, typical prices, carvery versus plated roasts, booking tips and how to spot a good one.Full English Breakfast in Tenerife: Where to Find One and What to PayWhere to get a full English breakfast in Tenerife, typical prices, what's usually included, Irish and vegetarian versions, and local alternatives worth trying.Tenerife Markets: Street, Farmers' and Flea Markets Day by DayTenerife markets day by day: Los Cristianos, Costa Adeje, Puerto de la Cruz, La Recova, El Médano and farmers' markets, with times, locations and what to buy.Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival 2027: Dates, Key Events and How to Enjoy ItSanta Cruz de Tenerife Carnival 2027 dates: Queen gala, opening parade, Coso, Carnaval de Día and Piñata, plus getting there and tips for first-timers.Tenerife Events 2027: The Festival and Fiesta Calendar Month by MonthTenerife events 2027: confirmed carnival and public holiday dates plus Corpus Christi, San Juan, Candelaria and other fiestas, with what's still unconfirmed.
Practical information
Getting around Tenerife: how to travel between resorts, towns and sightsGetting around Tenerife made simple: how TITSA buses, the tram, taxis, hire cars and ferries compare on cost and convenience, with tips for nights out.Tenerife airports: South (TFS) and North (TFN) transfers explainedTenerife has two airports, TFS in the south and TFN in the north. See which you'll use, plus bus, taxi and car hire transfer options and journey times.Tenerife buses: how TITSA works, what it costs and the routes you'll useA practical guide to Tenerife buses: TITSA fares, the Ten+ card and app, day and 7-day passes, key routes from the south and tips for using the guaguas.Tenerife taxis: what they cost and how to get oneTenerife taxis explained: typical fares from the airport and between resorts, night and holiday rates, whether Uber works and tips for getting home late.Car hire and driving in Tenerife: rules, costs and what to expectThinking of car hire in Tenerife? Licence rules, Spanish driving laws, drink-drive limits, mountain roads, parking and fuel tips to help you drive confidently.Is Tenerife safe? What visitors should knowIs Tenerife safe? Yes for most visitors, but know the real risks: petty theft, nightlife scams, rough seas, sun and mountain hazards. Tips to stay safe.Tenerife weather by month: what to expect all year roundTenerife weather by month from official AEMET data: average highs and lows, sunshine, rain and sea temperatures, plus how the south and north differ.Tenerife prices: what things cost on holidayHow expensive is Tenerife? Typical 2026 prices for beer, coffee, meals, supermarkets, buses, taxis and entertainment, plus easy ways to stretch your money.Hospitals, health centres and pharmacies in TenerifeNeed a doctor in Tenerife? Public hospitals, private clinics, 24-hour pharmacies, EHIC and GHIC cover and what to do in an emergency, explained for visitors.Emergency numbers in Tenerife: who to call and whenTenerife emergency numbers in one place: 112 for ambulance, police and fire, plus National Police, Guardia Civil, sea rescue and what to say when you call.Public holidays in Tenerife in 2027: national, Canary and local datesAll public holidays in Tenerife in 2027: Spanish and Canary Islands dates, the Tenerife island holiday and local fiestas by town, plus what opens and closes.Can you drink the tap water in Tenerife?Is Tenerife tap water safe to drink? It's treated and monitored, but taste varies and many buy bottled. What locals do, plus tips on ice, coffee and refills.Do they speak English in Tenerife?Do they speak English in Tenerife? Yes in the southern resorts, less so in the north and inland. Where you'll need Spanish, plus handy phrases and local words.Accessible Tenerife: a practical guide for wheelchair users and reduced mobilityPlanning accessible travel in Tenerife? Flat promenades, beaches with amphibious chairs, adapted buses and taxis, airport help and tips on choosing a resort.Dog-friendly Tenerife: bringing your dog and where you can goPlanning a dog-friendly Tenerife trip? Pet travel rules, dog beaches, taking dogs on the tram and buses, finding accommodation and tips for keeping dogs cool.Long stays in Tenerife: the 90/180 rule, EES and ETIAS for non-EU visitorsPlanning a long stay in Tenerife? How the Schengen 90/180 rule works, what EES means at the border, ETIAS status in 2026 and ways to stay longer legally.What to pack for Tenerife: a practical packing listWhat to pack for Tenerife in any season: beach and sun essentials, layers for evenings and Mount Teide, shoes for volcanic beaches, documents and extras.Is there a tourist tax in Tenerife?Is there a tourist tax in Tenerife? Not an overnight one in 2026, but non-residents now pay to hike Teide's summit trails and the Masca gorge. Details here.Tenerife sea temperature by monthTenerife sea temperature by month: around 18–19°C in late winter and spring, up to 23–24°C in September and October. Plus where the water is warmest and safest.