A little gem of a place, the English Library is located in the Parque Taoro area of Puerto de la Cruz. It first opened its doors in 1903 and since then has been a focal point for the British ex pat community in the north of the island of Tenerife. Run solely by volunteers, its READ MORE
Category: Places to Visit
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 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
A Christmas Rehearsal Goes Bananas! with ESTA
Get ready for a festive treat filled with laughter, music, and a touch of silliness! The English-Speaking Theatrical Association (ESTA), in collaboration with the Sweet Harmony Choir, is bringing a comedy musical extravaganza to Puerto de la Cruz this November. 📅 Date: 29th November 2025📍 Venue: All Saints Church, Puerto de la Cruz⏰ Doors open: 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
Beaches in Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz gives you several ways to enjoy the coast. Choose a stretch of black sand at Playa Jardín, pause beside the fishing harbour, explore San Telmo's rock pools or walk along the open seafront at Martiánez. Each spot has a different feel, and the promenades make it easy to enjoy more than READ MORE
Church Car Boot Sale
Saturday 2nd May Saturday 6th June WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Around 50 different stall holders selling all sort of things ranging from clothing, shoes, homemade cakes and pies, handmade jewellery, locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh flowers, jams and marmalades, homemade soaps, hand painted pictures and artefacts, second hand books – the list goes 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
Summer Carnival 2025
Three days to say goodbye to summer with music, color, and lots of joy! 📅 Friday, September 19 👉 Gala Transgresora – 9:00 PM to midnight at the Costa Martiánez Tourist Complex 🎤 Presented by: Wycho Torres Get Directions 📅 Saturday, September 20 👉 Festival Diversas – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Sala Andrómeda READ MORE
Multicentro Comercial El Trompo in La Orotava
Multicentro Comercial El Trompo is an open-air shopping centre in La Orotava, near Puerto de la Cruz. Its mix of shops, cafés and restaurants, children’s play areas and free parking makes it an easy place to spend a few hours, particularly if you want more choice than a short browse around town. Here is what READ MORE