Guide to Tenerife
Tenerife is part of the Canary Islands, the Spanish collection of seven islands that sits off the coast of Africa and is one of the most popular holiday destinations for UK travellers. As with all the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a volcanic island, with black rock being prevalent around the hills that cover the island. The majority of tourism is based around the coastline to the south of the island, and the towns of Los Cristianos and Playa de las Americas. These are pretty hot destinations for the younger generation and are designed accordingly, with clubs and bars buzzing till dawn.
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Guide to Tenerife Attractions
Try to make sure that you have time in Tenerife and see some of the sights Tenerife top attractions include the Mount Teide volcano is one of the best. Other popular sights like the Loro Parque are definitely worth exploring! Tenerife’s history provides lots for visitors to enjoy.
You can book a Tenerife city tour before you travel and allow our expert Tenerife based guides to show you some of Tenerife’s hidden treasures.
Overview of Sport in Tenerife
It often seems as though Tenerife’s population are avid fans of Football. The best-known team is Club Deportivo Tenerife who play at Estadio Heliodoro Rodriguez Lopez. Every year, the biggest event for Tenerife sporting calendar is undoubtedly the Abama Open Golf Tournament, which you can see at the Abama GC.
Guide to Tenerife Attractions
Try to make sure that you have time in Tenerife and see some of the sights Tenerife top attractions include the Mount Teide volcano is one of the best. Other popular sights like the Loro Parque are definitely worth exploring! Tenerife’s history provides lots for visitors to enjoy.
You can book a Tenerife city tour before you travel and allow our expert Tenerife based guides to show you some of Tenerife’s hidden treasures.
Climate Guide to Tenerife
Easily pinpoint the best time for going to Tenerife thanks to our simple guide to the climate in Tenerife. The table below shows the average temperatures in Tenerife over twelve months, giving a guide to the climate of Tenerife, so you can plan the best time to go!
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Tenerife Driving Tips
All you need to drive legally in Tenerife is your standard UK driving license. For safety in Spain, check your license is valid prior to travel to Tenerife.
On the road in Tenerife, as with the rest of Spain, you should always keep to the right.
It is easy to book car rental in Tenerife quickly and conveniently online before you go to Spain and there are a number of depots in Tenerife where you can collect your hire car.
Information About Tenerife Airport
Reina Sofia Airport is approximately 38 miles south of Tenerife. The international IATA code for the airport is TFS is only about 5 hours from the UK approximately. Getting into Tenerife, and taxis are also available. Reina Sofia Airport has many shops to browse before you fly, offering souvenirs from your time in Tenerife if you want something to remember your visit.
British Embassy in Tenerife
If you get into trouble in Tenerife, or just need some advice, the Tenerife British Consulate is the place to go.
British Consulate
Plaza Weyler 8, 1
Santa Cruz de Tenerife 38003
Telephone: (34) 922 2868 63
| City Name: | Tenerife |
| Country: | Spain |
| Language: | Spanish |
| Currency: | Euro |
| Time Difference: | GMT |
| Electricity Supply: | 220V AC 50Hz |
| Mobile Phone: | GSM 900/1800 |