Guided Tour of Historical Gardens & Plazas of Puerto de la Cruz
Part one of a two part series, where we celebrated the week of Puerto in Bloom with local volunteer tourist guide Ramon Michan as we wander around the gardens and plazas of Puerto de la Cruz. In this first part, we start at the All Saints Anglican Church, and we pass by the Gran Hotel... Continue reading→
Wall Murals of Puerto de la Cruz Guided Tour
Click below to take a guided walk through the Old Town of Puerto de la Cruz and visit the amazing wall murals that decorate the town. There is a downloadable PDF Guide to the Wall murals of Puerto de la Cruz with 24 full colour pages and locations & a Map included. Available for €2.99 Continue reading→
Elevador de agua de Gordejuela
Perhaps one of the most fascinating abandoned and derelict buildings on the island of Tenerife – certainly in the north of the island anyway – is the old pumping station on the coastline near the village of Los Realejos, known locally as “El Elevador de Aguas de Gordejuela” or “Casa Hamilton”. History of the Building...
Street Art Hotspot Update
As part of our Puerto de la Cruz street art series, we revisit an unknown hotspot that's far from the tourist trail to see the amazing work from both local and international artists. Also in our Street Art Series:
The Fountains of Puerto de la Cruz
Discover the enchanting fountains of Puerto de la Cruz! Once vital for locals, they offer a glimpse into the town's rich heritage.
A walk along Calle Quintana
Join us for a walk through Puerto de la Cruz starting from Mirador de la Punta del Viento: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iFgJEPaCTQeuGUiA8 Passing along Calle Quintana to Plaza de la iglesia and Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7eT8KXYrkfdtoP297 Taking a look inside Hotel Monopol: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1HNLYSkNRdQKL9mT6 Continuing down towards plaza del Charco, passing by the... Continue reading→
A walk through Puerto de la Cruz
Join us for a walk through Puerto de la Cruz starting from Playa Martiánez: https://maps.app.goo.gl/G3jUkJ7tmwU6pNed8 Along Av. de Cristobal Colón passing by Lago Martiánez: https://maps.app.goo.gl/V47p1J47rcFiTFuFA The beautiful Ermita de San Telmo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hQ2hV6no16fPLW298 past the rock pools of Playa de San Telmo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hhs8tZc5xAWXeXs36 continuing along C. de Santo Domingo, past the historic town hall building and... Continue reading→
The All Saints Anglican Church
I was very fortunate to spend the afternoon with Mother Fiona who is the current vicar of the All Saints Anglican Church in Parque Taoro, who invited me to take a walk around the church and it’s ground whilst she explained some of it’s history. Get Directions Take a Virtual Tour around the outside of... Continue reading→
Mercado Municipal
Many times, we see the question asked in the group about local markets, so this week I took a little walk around the local Municipal Market which is open on Wednesday and Saturdays from 10 am until 1pm. Get Directions
Secret Street Art Hotspot
As part of our Puerto de la Cruz street art series, we visit an unknown hotspot that's far from the tourist trail to see the amazing work from both local and international artists. Click Below to Watch... October 2024 Update