Los Cristianos

Los Cristianos is a town on the southwest coast of Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands. A wide promenade skirts the harbor along Los Cristianos Beach, a hub for water sports. Vendors at the nearby Los Cristianos market sell crafts and clothes. To the northeast is Monkey Park, a hands-on zoo with various primates, plus parrots and iguanas. Whales swim offshore.
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Monkey Park
1. Monkey Park
4.5
(12524)
Zoo
Outdoor Activities
Compact zoo & breeding centre for endangered primates, with walk-through cages.
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Definitely worth a visit! It was a really great experience, and both children and adults were very happy. The highlight was getting so close to the monkeys and other animals, which made the visit unforgettable. We bought our tickets in advance, so we didn’t have to wait in the long queue and saved a lot of time. Inside the park, you can also buy food to feed the animals, which makes the experience even more fun. The park is clean, well organised, and not overcrowded, making it perfect for families. Just make sure to come early in the morning when the animals are more active and willing to eat
An amazing place to visit. A great place for kids to see animals from so close and to feed animals. Need to Pay extra for animal feed- not allowed to bring your own. The zoo is not very big but very busy with visitors, despite everyone is moving, there is no ques to be waiting in. I would highly recomend to visit if near by.
One of the best small zoo’s I visited. It's perfect few hour hang out for families with children. Kids mainly enjoyed feeding guinea pigs and monkeys. I wish capybaras would be there as well!! That's the only downside! Prices are good and you can purchase food to feed animals for €3. I would advise to come at early morning before crowds of tourists come.
Great place to spend the day, there are monkeys, guinea pigs and birds of all shapes and colours here. You can feed the animals with food from the front gate, at the time of this review the price is €3 a pot and it contains fruit and vegetables There is a small car park that gets full quick but there is also a taxi rank just outside the park entrance full of taxis There are free clean toilets on site and easy access ramps for disabled to
A very nice place, especially for children. You have the opportunity to observe lemurs up close. There are many types of monkeys. You can buy food and feed the animals, but if you visit the zoo later in the day, the animals will have eaten well :)
We had a lovely trip here today! Not crazy crowded and lovely animal conservation. Ticket prices have gone up since last year, but the quality of the park, the enclosures etc has also improved, so well worth the €10. would love to return.
It's a lovely zoo overall. The animals look well looked after and it's spaced out quite nicely. The staff are friendly and it's reasonably priced. However, my one change to the place would be that I think they should install some sort of traffic system to the walk through enclosures. It's no fault of the zoo itself, but despite the copious amounts of signage in the park about not touching the animals, all I saw in the walk through enclosures were hoards of people trying to pet the squirrel monkeys and lemurs, even the giant tortoise who were constantly trying to walk away from from everyone but constantly cornered. Irresponsible parents letting their children chase the animals and corner them, even adults blatantly ignoring the signs that are pasted all over the park. The monkeys especially looked uncomfortable and stressed, one in particular got fed up and snapped at a woman and I sort of hoped it would've bitten her to teach a lesson. I think it would be less stressful for these animals if the zoo implemented a traffic system so they can monitor the walk through enclosures better. Otherwise, it's a lovely place to visit.
We had this booked through tenerife best excursions which came with discounted tickets for the park (only €5pp). It's an amazing park with plenty of animals/birds to see and even feed! Food only costs €3 for a pot and you can feed as many guinea pigs as you could imagine. Very polite and friendly staff at the entrance as well as within the enclosures.
Beach of the Views
2. Beach of the Views
4.6
(2771)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Swimming staple with a fountain, adjacent restaurants, changing rooms & rentable sunbeds.
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beautiful sandy beach, a bit touristy but we went on a weekday and there is plenty of space for everyone. the beach is like 1-1,5 km long so you can enjoy a walk on the shoreline as the sea is calm. I also took a bath and it wasn’t too cold, the water is clean and i really enjoyed it!!
Lovely, large beach which is always popular and busy but without feeling overcrowded, at least at this time of year (late October). We've had no problems getting sunbeds and the prices for hire - €4 each for the day - are reasonable. The water is generally fairly calm, or as calm as you're going to get with the Atlantic, and there's some fantastic snorkeling to be had around any of the artificial rock formations. There's a huge variety of fish there, that presumably most beachgoers are completely unaware of, and the shoals seem largely unfazed as you drift past watching them.
Playa de Las Vistas offers beautiful views and exceptionally clean sand. It’s a lovely place to relax and enjoy the coastline. The beach is well-maintained and perfect for a peaceful day by the sea. Highly recommended!
Playa Las Vistas turned out to be a wonderful beach that we truly enjoyed during our week-long vacation. First, I should mention that it's a very wide beach, it takes about 15 minutes to walk from one end to the other. While there are still tidal waves here, you'll experience fewer waves on the eastern side of the beach. The water is completely clear and the sand is fine, almost like Cleopatra sand. You can enjoy free showers, and most importantly. it's located very close to Los Cristianos, so it will probably be close to your hotels as well. You should definitely add this beach to your favorites rather than the beaches in the eastern Adeje region. It was the best one after visiting more than 10 different beaches.
The Beach of the Views in Tenerife is a beautiful and clean spot to relax and enjoy the sun. The water is clear, the sand is well-maintained, and overall, it’s a great place to spend the day. What brings the rating down slightly is the constant presence of people trying to sell things — massages, drinks, knockoff items, and other things you’re probably not interested in. It can get a bit annoying when you’re just trying to unwind. Still, if you can look past that, it’s definitely worth a visit for the clean beach and the overall chill vibe. Just be ready to say “no, gracias” quite a few times!
Long, wide golden sand beach noticeably bigger compared to the Playa de Los Cristianos. It’s a great spot for a beach walk, as the coastline is longer and lined with more restaurants and shops. There are plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas available. You’ll also find showers and toilets at the entrances. As with most places in the area, the restaurants are quite touristy, so expect to see pizza, burgers, pasta, steak, and seafood on most menus rather than local dishes.
The beach is lined with numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops, offering plenty of options for dining and leisure. The promenade is perfect for a leisurely stroll, providing picturesque views of the ocean. Whether you're looking to relax by the water or enjoy some local cuisine, Las Vistas Beach has something for everyone.
This is a great beach to lounge around. The water is calmer and the beach is clean. It also helps to have a promenade of nice restaurants that has great view over the beach.
Playa de Los Cristianos
3. Playa de Los Cristianos
4.3
(2177)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Popular swimming & sunbathing beach with a promenade, loungers to rent, a bar & volleyball court.
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Nice golden sand beach. There are plenty of sunbeds, but also lots of space if you want to lay down your own towel. Sunbeds are €3, and umbrellas are also €3. There are beach volley areas that you can play. Showers and toilets are available at the entrances. There are many tour companies around offering activities like diving, jet skiing, and whale/dolphin-watching boat tours. There are lots of restaurants, but they’re all quite touristy, so don’t expect to find any local food — mostly pizza, burgers, steak, pasta, and seafood. It’s smaller compared to Playa de las Vistas, which is just a 5-minute walk away
Its golden sands and clear waters are appealing, but the presence of ferry harbors is a significant drawback. Additionally, it gets quite windy, which can spoil the atmosphere. Overall, it's an okay beach. However, the area around the beach offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options.
As someone who has vacationed along all the Mediterranean coasts, I first want to mention that swimming in the ocean offers a completely different experience - with high waves and strong tides. While Los Cristianos is a charming town in Tenerife, unfortunately the beach isn't as clean as it could be due to the nearby port. There's also a general odor present, albeit mild, which I'm comparing to other beaches I've visited. For example, Las Vistas Beach or El Camisón are much more enjoyable - they're wider, more beautiful, and relatively cleaner. At the end of the day, I don't think anyone wants to swim in a bay where large cruise ships and car ferries are constantly coming and going. On the positive side, there are excellent beach volleyball courts available for those who want to play - they get wet from the waves which is great fun. One of the nice aspects of being in the town center is that you can easily shop at supermarkets for whatever you need. Additionally, there are dining options like McDonald's and Burger King in the surrounding area.
Playa de Los Cristianos is a long beach in the heart of one of Tenerife’s busiest resort towns. With soft pale sand and a gentle slope into the ocean, it’s especially popular with families and older travelers. The beach has earned the Blue Flag for its clean water, safety, and excellent services. Thanks to a breakwater, the ocean here is calm — no strong waves or currents — and lifeguards are on duty every day. MORE PLACES AND INFO ON WEB HONEST TENERIFE
Beautiful beach! Friendly for kids, as it has a smooth entrance in the water and there are no rocks. The sand is very soft, but it burns in the middle of the day. Never crowded and lots of stores and restaurants close by. Bathroom and showers are available
Good location but a bit noisy and smokey due to the port nearby.
I like the area and the vibe. Is a thin sandy beach. Not very busy as Costa Adeje so good to enjoy the sun and the ocean. All around full of restaurants and coffees, shops all you need. I enjoy it
Lovely beach with comfortable sunbeds and very reasonably priced 9euro for the day with umbrella. 3euro for one sunbed. Lots of bars and shops along the beach front. Roxanne's bar/ restaurant is a must for cocktails and food.
Puerto Los Cristianos
4. Puerto Los Cristianos
4.4
(16237)
Marina
Nature & Parks
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Lovely beach and protected swimming zone. You can hire sunbeds and sunshades if you wish. €4 for each.
Golden sands get beach ⛱️ calm sea 🌊 and shallow
Found a great fishing boat and enjoyed my birthsday catching a lot of fish and squits during the trip out on the ocean.
Lovely beach to lounge and chill out on. Lots of Shops and bars are on the front, catering for all tastes. Lovely ice cream place midway. I spent time watching the volley ball...or maybe just the guys playing volleyball in honesty. The sea is cordoned off, so you can't go too far out..which I think is a good idea. Family friendly. I didn't see any pets, so maybe not pet friendly. But that's a positive, as there is no hidden surprise in the sand!
Really lovely area. It was so easy to find the place at the port for our boat trip, everything is sign posted which is great. The beach there itself is lovely, for young children its a great place to swim as its quite shallow for some time before getting deep. The shops around are really good prices and perfect for souvenirs.
Went to see dolphins on extrusion amazing experience
Busy little port, seving domestic excursions and ferries.
Quite busy town but not like the busy cities. Visited to take a whale-dolphin watching boat trip. Loved the open beac volleyball pitches, whenever I visit will definitely come prepared to have more fun. It a cool place to spend a day out with or without family
Playa de Los Cristianos
5. Playa de Los Cristianos
4.3
(2177)
Beach
Outdoor Activities
Popular swimming & sunbathing beach with a promenade, loungers to rent, a bar & volleyball court.
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Nice golden sand beach. There are plenty of sunbeds, but also lots of space if you want to lay down your own towel. Sunbeds are €3, and umbrellas are also €3. There are beach volley areas that you can play. Showers and toilets are available at the entrances. There are many tour companies around offering activities like diving, jet skiing, and whale/dolphin-watching boat tours. There are lots of restaurants, but they’re all quite touristy, so don’t expect to find any local food — mostly pizza, burgers, steak, pasta, and seafood. It’s smaller compared to Playa de las Vistas, which is just a 5-minute walk away
Its golden sands and clear waters are appealing, but the presence of ferry harbors is a significant drawback. Additionally, it gets quite windy, which can spoil the atmosphere. Overall, it's an okay beach. However, the area around the beach offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options.
As someone who has vacationed along all the Mediterranean coasts, I first want to mention that swimming in the ocean offers a completely different experience - with high waves and strong tides. While Los Cristianos is a charming town in Tenerife, unfortunately the beach isn't as clean as it could be due to the nearby port. There's also a general odor present, albeit mild, which I'm comparing to other beaches I've visited. For example, Las Vistas Beach or El Camisón are much more enjoyable - they're wider, more beautiful, and relatively cleaner. At the end of the day, I don't think anyone wants to swim in a bay where large cruise ships and car ferries are constantly coming and going. On the positive side, there are excellent beach volleyball courts available for those who want to play - they get wet from the waves which is great fun. One of the nice aspects of being in the town center is that you can easily shop at supermarkets for whatever you need. Additionally, there are dining options like McDonald's and Burger King in the surrounding area.
Playa de Los Cristianos is a long beach in the heart of one of Tenerife’s busiest resort towns. With soft pale sand and a gentle slope into the ocean, it’s especially popular with families and older travelers. The beach has earned the Blue Flag for its clean water, safety, and excellent services. Thanks to a breakwater, the ocean here is calm — no strong waves or currents — and lifeguards are on duty every day. MORE PLACES AND INFO ON WEB HONEST TENERIFE
Beautiful beach! Friendly for kids, as it has a smooth entrance in the water and there are no rocks. The sand is very soft, but it burns in the middle of the day. Never crowded and lots of stores and restaurants close by. Bathroom and showers are available
Good location but a bit noisy and smokey due to the port nearby.
I like the area and the vibe. Is a thin sandy beach. Not very busy as Costa Adeje so good to enjoy the sun and the ocean. All around full of restaurants and coffees, shops all you need. I enjoy it
Lovely beach with comfortable sunbeds and very reasonably priced 9euro for the day with umbrella. 3euro for one sunbed. Lots of bars and shops along the beach front. Roxanne's bar/ restaurant is a must for cocktails and food.
Fred. Olsen Express | Los Cristianos
6. Fred. Olsen Express | Los Cristianos
4.0
(204)
Ferry service
Transportation
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Fast and large ferries. We went to La Gomera with Fred. Olsen, room enough, food and drinks on board, easy embarking
First class service, everything catered for. Very comfortable trip. Would recommend a day tour of La Gomera with meal and local whistling demonstrations of their dialect.
We have taken the Fred Olsen Express ferry from Tenerife Sur to both La Palma and La Gomera several times. We rent a car on each island, so we only board as an on-foot passenger. Every voyage has been fine. The staff have been friendly and helpful. I have read other reports that none of the staff speak English; while it may be true that there are very few, people need to realize you are IN Spain. You should have the resources/ability to at least communicate enough for such a short journey. The food was pretty decent for a snack bar type setting. The pastries were flaky and soft, and the sandwiches were actually pretty good. One bit of advise- if you board on foot, get your food early as the line does get long for a half hour or so after everyone with a car gets into the seating area. Another thing we didn't know the first couple times we were aboard- there are luggage lockers that you can put suitcases in (1 euro) so you don't have to carry them inside. The crew locks it down and loads it aboard prior to voyage, then you can retrieve it at your destination. Any sea crossing has the change for rough weather. Most of the times we have crossed, it has been pretty calm. One time we did have a fairly rough crossing (going from La Palma back to Tenerife). Seas were high, and waves were even breaking over the bow. Even in those conditions, these vessels stay somewhat stable (although we were listing significantly).
We used their services to transport our car. They have you bring your car 40 minutes before departure — they’re not super strict but I would not be more than 10-15 minutes late. On-boarding your car is pretty straight forward and they assist you the entire way through. They have two cafes on-board in case you’re hungry. Overall it was so pretty comfortable and straightforward process. We took ferry from Tenerife to La Palma
Awful experience getting to La Gomera and back. We were forced to queue in full sun for 45 minutes for late ferries both ways. Inexcusable that they don't have shaded facilities for the passenger queue, not to mention they were nearly an hour late. I recommend you use the Armas boat for this trip, the one that we watched leave on time! Not recommended 😕
110€ for two persons without car is a crime. No direct ferry from la Gomera to la Palma. Seats are very uncomfortable and totally worn out. No sun deck.
The ferry itself is OK, but very expensive and runs dubble prices. Locals are traveling almost for free and tourists are paying for them. A shame.
Also known as ‘The Vomit Comet’ during our crossing, we travelled aboard the Bencomo Express over to La Palma as part of an organised tour. The crossings were quiet and ‘somewhat’ relaxed. Our crossings were a little rough and the entire crew went into sick bag mode, donning the rubber gloves and handing bags out the entire crossing. It was still comfortable and the return crossing wasn’t as rough as the outbound. The boat is kind of old but still very well equipped with a shop, cafe bar and separate areas for families and pets. I think i saw that they also have a premium class offering but I didn’t look into it any further. Biggest laugh was when I ordered food and drink in perfect Spanish only for the attendant to speak back to me with a south English accent. Turns out she was from Devon! So we had a little chuckle at the circumstances. I’d use them again, not their fault about the rough seas and outside of this the crew were all very personable.
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