Las Teresitas Beach is Santa Cruz’s main beach: its golden sand was brought in from the Sahara, and it’s lined with palm trees that make it super welcoming and gorgeous.
The beach is great for families with little kids, has plenty of services, and you can take long walks along the shoreline.
Plus, right nearby in San Andrés, you can try the local dishes at their fish and seafood restaurants.
Here’s a quick rundown of Las Teresitas Beach:
Location: San Andrés, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Getting there: on foot, by car, or by boat (guagua from Santa Cruz: the 910 bus to Las Teresitas)
Services: toilets, showers, phone, bars and restaurants, sunbed and umbrella rental, kids’ area and volleyball court.
Parking: yes
Wheelchair accessible: yes
To get to Las Teresitas by guagua, catch the 910 at the Santa Cruz de Tenerife station. If you’re leaving our hostel in La Laguna, here’s the full route in Google Maps from Aguere Nest so you don’t get lost
Without a doubt, Las Teresitas is one of the best beaches in Tenerife. The super-fine golden sand was brought over from the Sahara, there’s a long walk along the sea, all the facilities you need, and a gorgeous view of the village of San Andrés tucked against the mountain. It’s also great for families with kids and really easy to get to.
Also read: The 3 best beaches in northern Tenerife
What are you waiting for? Book at our nearest hostel: the Aguere Nest Hostel, in San Cristóbal de La Laguna in Tenerife, and enjoy!
