Step into Plaza de la Iglesia and the parish church gives the square its centre of gravity. Its tower rises above the trees and café tables, while inside a timber ceiling, painted altarpieces and silverwork tell a longer story of Puerto de la Cruz. Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia has served READ MORE
Category: History
Ermita de San Telmo: Puerto de la Cruz’s Chapel Beside the Sea
At the eastern end of Paseo de San Telmo, a small white chapel stands just above the Atlantic. People pass it on their way to the rock pools, pause for a sea view or step inside when the doors are open. The Ermita de San Telmo is easy to admire in a few minutes, but READ MORE
Apodos: Painted Houses in La Ranilla, Puerto de la Cruz
Look closely at the house façades in La Ranilla and you may spot a tiny mouse or another painted clue. These are part of Apodos, an ongoing project by Puerto de la Cruz artist Juliana Serrano. The pictures refer to nicknames carried by local families. They make a walk through the old neighbourhood a chance READ MORE
250 Years Exhibition Puerto de la Cruz 2026: dates, venue and what to see
Puerto de la Cruz is hosting the travelling exhibition “250 años. Españoles en el nacimiento de una nación” from 22 May to 12 June 2026. The exhibition explores Spain’s contribution to the historical process that led to the independence of the United States. The exhibition can be visited at the Real Casa de la Aduana, READ MORE
Agatha Christie Walking Tour with Ramón Michán
Click the video below to join us for an immersive walking tour through the historic streets of Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, led by renowned local guide Ramón Michán, as part of the 10th Agatha Christie Festival 2025. Organised by the CIT (Centro de Iniciativas y Turismo) of Puerto de la Cruz, this tour brings READ MORE
Agatha Christie International Festival 2025
**UPDATE** Due to storm Claudia there have been some changes to the planned events. The charming coastal city of Puerto de la Cruz welcomes back the Agatha Christie International Festival 2025, a biennial celebration of the world’s most famous mystery writer – the legendary “Queen of Crime.” From 9 to 15 November 2025, the READ MORE
Agatha Christie Festival 2025 Program
Today, a press confrence was held to mark the tenth edition of the Agatha Christie International Festival in Puerto de la Cruz — and what a setting for the event: the historic and newly-refurbished Gran Hotel Taoro. With its storied past and elegant surroundings, the venue provided an ideal backdrop. A Venue with History READ MORE
Inside Gran Hotel Taoro
Welcome to our exclusive look inside the newly reopened Gran Hotel Taoro — one of Tenerife’s most prestigious landmarks! After decades of anticipation, this legendary hotel in Puerto de la Cruz has finally reopened its doors, blending timeless elegance with modern luxury. ✨ About Gran Hotel Taoro Originally inaugurated in 1890, the Gran READ MORE
Hotel Monopol
In this video, we take you on a full tour of the charming Hotel Monopol, one of Puerto de la Cruz’s most historic and character-filled hotels. From its traditional Canarian architecture to its unbeatable central location near Plaza del Charco and the seafront, this hotel is a true hidden gem. Many thanks to Isobel Howarth, READ MORE
Agatha Christie Festival 2025
Discover the 10th International Agatha Christie Festival 2025 in Puerto de la Cruz From 9 to 15 November 2025, Puerto de la Cruz will plunge into mystery, literature, culture and art with the 10th International Agatha Christie Festival. This biennial event pays tribute to Agatha Christie, the world‑famous “Queen of Crime,” celebrating her influence and READ MORE