Travelling with children to Tenerife is a great idea for your next holiday. The island has two World Heritage Sites, a national park, 42 protected natural areas, beautiful beaches, theme parks and a wide range of experiences for the whole family.
Firstly, the best times to travel to Tenerife for some sun and beach holidaysare the months of April to October.
However, for some active tourism holidays with children and thus enjoy the island's vegetation, the ideal is to use the first months of the year and autumn, when temperatures are cooler.
In this blog we tell you how to what places and activities you can take your children. Everything you need to make your stay and your holidays in Tenerife with your children unforgettable.
What to see in Tenerife【with children】.
We show you ideas to know what to visit in Tenerife with children:
1. A good walk around San Cristóbal de La Laguna
San Cristóbal de La Laguna World Heritageis a fascinating little university town.
Its cobbled streets and colonial architecture are filled with a special light. It has beautiful buildings with coffered wooden balconies and volcanic stone churches.
From Santa Cruz you can reach La Laguna in 10 minutes by car or by tram in about 45 minutes.
Bear in mind the humidity in this city, its temperature is much lower than the rest of Tenerife.
2. Visit the Museum of Science and the Cosmos
A place to see in Tenerife with children is this museum. It is located in San Cristóbal de La Laguna and it is the Museum of Science and the Cosmosa interactive centre where they will discover the secrets of science and the cosmos as the name suggests.
In addition, it has one of the best planetariums in Spain. A visit that is definitely worthwhile.
3. A good walk around Puerto de La Cruz
In Puerto de la Cruz, go along the most traditional quarter of Puerto de la Cruzthe fishermen's quarter (La Ranilla) has been flooded with colour thanks to the various works of street art adorning facades and walls that once looked devoid of life.
"Puerto Street Art"The aim is for locals and tourists alike to take a tour of the city, discovering each of the 17 undiscovered murals. Find out with the little ones!
4. Visit the Botanical Garden in Puerto de La Cruz
The Botanical Garden with a special collection of native plantsA large collection of tropical and subtropical plants that are perfectly adapted to the climate of our island. This botanical garden is one of the most beautiful gardens in Tenerife.
It was founded in 1788. Its official name is Jardín Climatizado La Orotava, but it is also known as Jardín Botánico del Puerto de la Cruz.
This is because Puerto de la Cruz formerly belonged to the municipality of La Orotava.
It is a very peaceful place to stroll around and definitely worth a visit with the little ones in the house.
5. Visit the Palmetum in Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, on a huge hill within the metropolitan area of the island, next to the seafront promenade.
Covering some 2 hectares, this beautiful site is made up of a magnificent botanical garden which also houses the best collection of palm trees in Europe. It is really impressive how this place, which used to be a rubbish dump, has been transformed into a beautiful park.
The story of the garden can be seen as a lesson to teach your little ones about why the garden is worth the effort. sustainability.
6. Trail with children
Path of the Senses in Anaga
Trail located in the Anaga Rural Parkwhere you can enjoy nature with all your senses.
This trail starts at the Cruz del Carmen and has 3 different routes, where we will find signs inviting us to smell, touch, see...
The first pathis linear of about 0.34 km. It is an adapted path for people with disabilities. reduced mobilityThe visitors will be able to enjoy the nature through a wooden walkway.
The second path is circular of about 0.54 km. Here we discover signs that invite you to smell, touch or see. It is a path with little unevenness y perfect for the whole family.
Finally, the THIRD PATHalso circular of about 1.2 km. In addition to the sensory signs, this trail leads to the Mirador del Llano de los Loros viewpoint and its incredible views.
Forest of the Enigmas in Anaga
Also in the Anaga Rural Parkyou can enjoy the Forest of the Enigmas, a path that will lead you to the circular of 5 km, perfect for children.
It is a route that starts at the Mirador de Zapata, but many prefer to start from the Cruz del Carmen, as it is a circular route, you can start from any point you prefer.
In the information centre you can ask for maps to help you follow the trail where you will find posts with numbers to show you which way to go.
Making a trail with a map will make your children experience it as a real adventure.
Las Lagunetas Protected Landscape
It is a path circularThe route is longer than the previous ones (9 kilometres) and runs through the municipalities of Candelaria and El Rosario, through the Protected Landscape of Las Lagunetas.
The route follows a easy path suitable for small children.
The natural space with extensive pine forests and the vegetation typical of the island make this GREEN PATH the ideal proposal for a family day out.
The route begins and ends in the recreational area of Las Raíces.
7. Beaches with children
Las Teresitas beach in Santa Cruz
Playa las Teresitas is just a couple of minutes drive from Santa Cruz, if your children like to play with their parents. BIKE RIDESYou can rent one at Total Bike Shop and cycle along the city's promenade to the beach, a good option for a bike ride with children in Tenerife.
El Médano Beach
Playa el Médano, is the best combination of beach and sports day. El Médano has a laid-back surfing atmosphere.
It is possible to take an introductory class or to hire tables to catch waves, make paddel, windsuf y all kinds of activities. These are some of the things you can do in Tenerife with children.
Las Vistas Beach in Los Cristianos
The golden sandy beach can be found on the coast of Arona, in Los Cristianos. To make it even more special, the beach has a small artificial island from which a sourcewhich propels the water from the sea into the sky, creating an amusing image.
The good thing about this beach is that it has numerous stalls and restaurants along the promenade, so you will not be short of anything to have a good time. pleasant day with yours.
What to do in Tenerife【with children】.
1. Visit the organic farm El Carretón - Arafo
Children love animals and will grow in their love for them, it is open to the public with clear and clear educational objectives.
This is your farm to visit with children in Tenerife. El Carretón is located in the municipality of Arafo. All along the route you can see the livestock and how it is processed to obtain basic products such as milk and eggs.
Goats, black pigs, chickens... and more farm pets.
The farm also offers the possibility of dine on its premises.
Children can riding a pony and watching trees being harvested fruit trees such as mangoes.
2. Forestal Park
This is your excursion in Tenerife with children, a plan full of adrenaline y fun for the whole family.
Forest Park is a zip-line park among the Canary Island pine tree canopy. An exciting experience in the heart of nature in the green area of Las Lagunetas.
It is the only adventure park in the trees in Tenerife and the largest in the Canary Islands. With almost one hundred games Divided into circuits of varying difficulty, children will move several metres high along zip lines, walkways, rope ladders and many other obstacles.
It has a picnic area The circuits last 2 or 3 hours depending on the modality you choose and you can combine it with horse riding in the mountains.
We advise you to bring sportswear and some coat.
3. Las Águilas Park - Jungle Park
This park is zoo and botanical park which combines exotic flora and fauna. When you visit the facilities, you will find lagoons, hanging bridges, tunnels and caves, among other elements that set the scene.
At Jungle Park the main attraction is the spectacle that features the birds of prey of the park, which fly in total freedom. There is also one of sea lions to interact with them.
The park also has orangutans, hippopotamuses and felines, among other species. more than 500 species of animals they own.
4. Whale and dolphin watching
In Tenerife you have the option of hiring a boat trip to whale and dolphin watchingAn experience the children will not forget.
For this sightseeing tourIf you are in the south part of the island, you need to travel to the south part of the island.
El Puerto de Colón, Los Cristianos or Los Giganteswill be the starting point of the adventure.
We recommend going to Los Gigantes to explore the impressive cliffs that give this natural monument its name.
At Los Gigantes Pier you will find a variety of companies offering 1 to 3 hour trips, which include whale and dolphin watching, lunch on board and you can swim in the waters at the foot of the cliffs.
5. Siam Park
At Adeje Coast is the Siam Park water park. Set in Thai style, it is one of the most visited water parks in Spain and all of Europe.
Children will be able to enjoy some exciting adventures: slides, tunnels, wave pool, doughnut traverses, a children's city with towers, bridges, waterfalls...
6. Loro Parque
In the Puerto de la Cruz is the Loro Parque Zooone of the key locations of Tenerife.
It is ideal for children: zoo, aquarium and dolphinarium, tropical gardens, animal shows... discover exotic species!
7. Visit the Teide
How not to live the experience of visiting Father Teide with the little ones! One of the most classic and familiar plans you can make and with a multitude of ideas: an excursion to the Teide, a picnic, an experience under the starry sky...
A unique landscape of volcanoes, craters and rivers of petrified lava rising to an altitude of 3,718 metres.
The Teide National Park has numerous services: road access, visitor centres, restaurant area, viewpoints with breathtaking panoramic views, network of trails and accommodation such as the Parador Nacional de Las Cañadas del Teide.
For greater convenience, we recommend that you forget about permits and book an excursion to Teide.
Fancy an adventure?
Don't miss the Experience Snorkelling with turtles and manta rays in Las Galletas
This signature trail has been painstakingly created by experts in native marine fauna with the aim of offering a three-hour experience. out of the ordinary
Designed for small groups of people who love flora and fauna, in particular the sea turtlesand above all respectful of the environment, reserve for swimming with the turtles
Best hotels in Tenerife【with children】.
1. Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora Resort & Spa 5*.
Situated in front of the sea, this accommodation has a large saltwater infinity pool with hydromassage area, direct access to the beach and a natural pool salt water, as well as a paddling pool separated with slides and mini club - a child's dream place!.
The hotel has 8 bars and 7 restaurants serving Mediterranean, Italian and Japanese dishes as well as international buffets.
This hotel offers Red Level for Families with exclusive access to the Family Lounge and the Room extras Red Level Family.
There is professional daytime entertainment for all ages.
2. Resort Bahía Príncipe Sunlight Tenerife
Located in Costa Adeje, this hotel is ideal for families. There is a spacious family room where you can comfortably spend time with your children.
There is a babysitting service and a mini club where parents can relax and enjoy the comforts while their children play.
There is also a children's pool only where you can enjoy a variety of activities for children throughout the day.
3. Hotel Best Jacaranda
Another interesting option is this hotel in Tenerife, which offers a wide range of services variety of activities for children. There is a children's playgrounda ball park with fun family games, a outdoor swimming pool and a host of entertainment for children.
It is also close to the sea and many amusement parks.
4. Spring Hotel Bitácora
A family hotel with spaces and activities for children from 4 to 16 years old. Tyrolean traverse, slides, paddling pools, mini clubs, video game consoles... children are never bored in this hotel.
5. Green Garden Resort & Suite
One of this accommodation is that they include unlimited daily entrance to Siam Park.
It is situated between two of Tenerife's most popular resorts: Playa De Las Americas and Los Cristianos. A courtesy bus runs from the hotel to the resort and Siam Park.
The hotel has a oriental theme and a tropical atmosphere with 2 swimming pools and 1 children's pool. There is also a children's playgroundl. The daily entertainment is included and for all ages!
If you liked it, you won't want to miss these related articles to complete your journey and find out more information:
- Enchanted Forest in Tenerife
- How to climb Mount Teide
- Water parks in the Canary Islands
- Path of the Senses in Anaga
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