Tenerife Travel Guide
Tenerife, the largest island of the Canary archipelago, is known mainly for its beaches, resorts and nightlife: at first sight, not exactly my favorite island. I have to admit, though, that it actually has a lot more to offer: the Martian landscapes of Teide National Park, the dense forest of Anaga park, the sheer sea cliffs of the Teno massif and more than a few towns with lots of colonial architecture.
In short, it’s probably the most varied island in the archipelago, and it should please pretty much everyone, from the most active and adventurous travelers to those who’d rather spend their days on the beach.
I visited Tenerife during a two-month trip in which I explored all the main islands of the archipelago, except El Hierro. Whether it’s a backpacking adventure, a road trip or an all-inclusive vacation, in this guide you’ll find lots of useful tips and ideas to plan your trip as best you can.
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- When to visit Tenerife
- Documents and vaccinations for going to Tenerife
- What to do and see in Tenerife
- Suggested itineraries in Tenerife
- How to get around Tenerife
- Backpacking Tenerife: costs
- Backpacking Tenerife: safety
Mount Teide.
When to visit Tenerife
Tenerife, like the rest of the Canary Islands, enjoys a good climate all year round and can therefore be enjoyed in every season. That said, you need to adjust your expectations depending on the season.
Tenerife in spring
During the spring months temperatures can reach 22-23 degrees, and a few degrees more toward the end of May. In that period the rain that can occasionally fall in March and April is practically absent, which makes May particularly ideal if you want to avoid the crowds and the prices of the summer high season.
Tenerife in summer
In Tenerife and in the Canary Islands in general, June, July and August are considered high season. The weather is great and there’s no rain. Toward the end of July the ocean water also starts to warm up. Obviously this is the busiest and most expensive period.
Tenerife in autumn
September is a great month to visit the island: the weather is good, the water temperature reaches its yearly peak and, especially in the second half of the month, you avoid the summer crowds. With October and especially November, the chances of rain increase and temperatures start to drop, but all in all it’s still a pleasant time to visit the island.
Tenerife in winter
Even in the middle of winter, in December, January and February, Tenerife can definitely be an interesting destination, but keep in mind that December is the peak of the rainy period, which then tapers off until May.
Rainfall is still relatively low, though, and unless you’re particularly unlucky you should be able to fully enjoy your stay. In short, let’s say winter isn’t exactly the ideal time to visit Tenerife, but if you’re willing to risk some rain I doubt you’ll be disappointed. Maybe you won’t spend your days on the beach and swimming, but as we’ll see there are plenty of other activities you can do. The important thing is to remember to bring some warm clothes, because at altitude it can get really cold… it can even snow on Teide!
Along the north coast of the island.
Documents and vaccinations for going to Tenerife
The Canary Islands are, for all intents and purposes, part of Spain, and therefore, as for any other country in the European Union, if you’re an EU citizen you don’t need a visa or a passport: a valid ID card is all you need to visit the island. For everyone else, the Schengen Area visa policy applies.
What to do and see in Tenerife
The places are listed counterclockwise starting from the capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife; this is probably also the order that makes “the most sense” if you have a multi-stop trip around the island in mind. If you’re interested, here you’ll find the video of my trip (in Italian, but you can turn on the subtitles).
N.b. Several times throughout the guide you’ll find links to https://www.alltrails.com/. If you want to use offline navigation directly from the AllTrails app you need to upgrade to the pro version. However, you can get around this by downloading the coordinates from the desktop version of the site in “Google Earth KML” format and then uploading them to Organic Maps, which is by far one of my favorite travel apps.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Certainly not as photogenic as La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerife is mostly snubbed by tourists and has a more authentic, local atmosphere. It’s definitely not the most beautiful town on the island, but it can still be an interesting destination and a good base for exploring the north of Tenerife. For example, Playa Las Teresitas, considered by many the most beautiful beach on the island, is only 15 minutes away and can easily be reached by bus too, if you like.
If you’re interested, there are quite a few museums in town, including the Museum of Natural History and Archaeology (Museo de Naturaleza y Arqueología), an art gallery, a museum of science and the cosmos (Museo de la Ciencia y el Cosmos), and finally a small museum with free access that tells the story of the Castillo de San Cristóbal.
Where to sleep in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Tenerife Experience Hostel and Wanderlust Hostel are two great hostels, perfect if you’re traveling alone. If you’re looking for a private room or something other than a hostel, check out Casa Weyler.
Playa Las Teresitas.
San Cristóbal de La Laguna (La Laguna)
La Laguna, besides being conveniently located at the foot of the Anaga massif, is also a beautiful colonial-style town well worth exploring. The town center, full of historic buildings, bars and restaurants that give it a vibrant atmosphere, is a UNESCO site and without a doubt one of the most beautiful in the entire archipelago. In particular: Plaza del Adelantado and surroundings, Catedral de La Laguna or Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, Plaza de la Junta Suprema and surroundings. Finally, I recommend taking a stroll around the municipal market, open every day from 7:00 to 14:00.
Lastly, if you arrive in La Laguna by car, finding free parking isn’t easy at all. If I were you, I’d go straight to Parking Las Quinteras, which you have to pay for but is still cheap and a short walk from the center.
Through the streets of San Cristóbal de La Laguna.
Where to sleep in La Laguna and Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Two great hostels right in the center are Aguere Nest Hostel and Patio Hostel. If you’re looking for a private room or something other than a hostel, check out Casa Lagunera.
Municipal market.
Anaga Rural Park and Northeast Tenerife
Anaga Rural Park covers almost the entire massif of the same name and, by extension, the northeast of the island of Tenerife. It’s characterized by a dense laurisilva forest at the higher altitudes, with deep valleys that become more and more barren as they reach the sea.
In this section of the guide you’ll first of all find some recommendations on trails to hike inside the park, but also beaches, villages and viewpoints: in short, everything to do and see in northeastern Tenerife.
Near Punta de Hidalgo.
Punta de Hidalgo to Chinamada or Las Carboneras
This popular hike combines rugged mountain scenery with sites of cultural interest such as Chinamada, where there are the remains of numerous cave houses. There are many ways to complete this hike. The easiest way, and the one I’ve personally done, is to start at Punta de Hidalgo and hike up this trail to Chinamada where if you wish you can have something to eat at Restaurante La Cueva before returning the way you came. If you want you can also take a short detour to Mirador Aguaide.
Once in Chinamada you could continue to Las Carboneras or if you’re not particularly fit, complete this section in the opposite direction and start right from Las Carboneras and descend to Chinamada following this trail. The distance is similar, but you save a lot of elevation gain, which makes things quite a bit easier.
Another particularly popular option, because it lets you avoid the climb completely, is to start from Cruz del Carmen and follow the entire PR-TF 10 described on this page. It’s ten kilometers completely downhill (tempting for many); the only “problem” is that this way you either rely on some taxi service or, starting from La Laguna, you can take a bus to Cruz del Carmen in the morning (Line 275) and then, once you get off at Punta de Hidalgo, take another bus back to La Laguna (Line 050).
Once the hike is over, or simply if you’re in the area, I recommend stopping by the natural pools of Bajamar and Punta de Hidalgo. A great way to recover from the effort and cool off or relax.
On the way to Chinamada.
Senderos de Los Sentidos
The Trail of the Senses is the one I recommend to anyone who isn’t a big hiker but wants to get a taste of the laurisilva forest that characterizes this part of the island. There are three different trails that basically run parallel to each other but can be combined into a circuit, such as the one described on this page. The starting point is the same for all of them: Cruz del Carmen where the park’s visitor center is also located. In any case, whichever route you decide to follow, I recommend including the Mirador del Llano de los Loros, as the route I just linked does anyway.
Speaking of viewpoints, there are obviously lots of them in the area and listing them all would be impossible, but around Cruz del Carmen I especially recommend Mirador de Jardina, Mirador Pico de Inglés, and Camino Viejo al Pico del Inglés, the latter of which isn’t a viewpoint but rather a road carved into the rock covered in part by moss that lends itself well to a few photos.
Mirador de Jardina.
Bosque Encantado
This trail known as “El Pijaral” is considered one of the most beautiful on the island, but unfortunately (or fortunately) access is limited to a maximum of 45 people a day, so you need to request a completely free permit on this page. Since it’s so popular and has such a limited number of places, it’s advisable to book several weeks in advance; I, for one, was left empty-handed. In any case, if you’re luckier than me, the trail starts here, is about 7 km long and takes about 2 hours. I’d avoid venturing out without a permit, first out of respect, second because you risk a 600€ fine.
The Trail of the Senses.
Roque de Taborno
This is another option to enjoy excellent views without necessarily doing a strenuous hike. It’s about 4 kilometers in total with 200 meters of elevation gain; the trail is as described on this page. If for any reason even four kilometers is too much, just outside the small village of Taborno, perched in the mountains and charming in itself, there are still at least a couple of really accessible viewpoints, such as Mirador Fuente del Lomo.
In fact, from this point you can already see the Roque de Taborno in the distance, affectionately called by some the “Matterhorn of Tenerife” because its shape is reminiscent of the famous peak. In any case, what in my opinion is even more worthwhile than the Roque itself are the great views of the coast from the viewpoint at the foot of the mountain.
Viewpoint at the foot of Roque de Taborno.
Taganana
Located in one of the most isolated valleys of Anaga Rural Park, the small village of Taganana was one of the first settlements of the conquistadors who would later colonize the entire island. The small historic center, the churches, the traditional houses and the terraced fields give a unique atmosphere to this place, which is also the ideal starting point for many hikes, as well as an unavoidable stop if you want to reach some of the most isolated beaches in the far northeast of the island.
A really popular hike starting from Taganana is to Playa de Tamadiste. Many people decide to go and return by the same path following the route along the coast described on this page. The alternative I recommend, although it’s a slightly longer option, is this circuit that passes through the village of Afur and comes back along the coastal trail (or vice versa). This way you avoid retracing your steps and the scenery changes more over the course of the day. Near the cemetery, at this point, there’s a large parking lot; drive carefully, the roads inside the village are really narrow.
View of Taganana on the way back from Playa de Tamadiste.
Playa de Benijo and Anaga lighthouse
Unfortunately, my coastal journey was cut short at Playa del Roque de las Bodegas, a nice beach, particularly suitable for beginner surfers, a few kilometers from Benijo, which turned out to be plan B for the day. The road between Las Bodegas and Benijo was in fact closed for roadworks.
By the time you read this guide, work should probably be finished. My advice is to visit the famous Playa de Benijo, which with its iconic rock towers jutting out of the water and sheer cliffs is considered one of the most scenic on the island. Watch out, though, because, as with all the beaches on the north coast of Tenerife, you need to be careful when swimming, as the currents can be really strong.
In addition, starting from Benijo you can complete a circuit to the Anaga Lighthouse, described by many as one of the most beautiful in Anaga Rural Park. About 15 km long and with more than 1,000 meters of elevation gain, however, it’s not exactly a walk in the park. You can find all the relevant information on this page. If you’re interested, there’s a shorter version of the circuit, it’s about 5 km and basically once you get to El Draguillo instead of continuing to the lighthouse you cut it short. The route is described here.
Sunset in Taganana.
Playa Las Teresitas
The time has come to move to the southern side of Anaga Rural Park, and in particular to Las Teresitas Beach, considered one of the most beautiful on the island and the exact opposite of the ones I’ve mentioned so far along the north coast. The wide sandy beach is perfect for swimming, even for children; there are all the services you could possibly imagine, with showers, lifeguards, bars and restaurants right on the beach, and for those like me who are afraid of the sun, there’s plenty of shade thanks to the trees at the back of the beach. In short, don’t expect a remote beach with few people, but if that’s not what you’re looking for, you certainly won’t be disappointed. Just be aware that, given its popularity and how close it is to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, real traffic jams form along the road to get there, especially on weekends.
If you’re seeking a less crowded alternative, Playa de Las Gaviotas, along the coast to the north, is a black-sand beach that’s much less busy but popular with surfers; less suitable for swimming and without any kind of facilities, it definitely has a quieter, more remote atmosphere.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Teide in the distance.
Igueste de San Andrés and Playa Antequera
Igueste de San Andrés is a small village north of Playa de Las Teresitas. The road to get there, which runs along the coast, is scenic in itself, and the small center, with its narrow streets that you can only walk, is really pretty. The pebble beach isn’t particularly beautiful, but what’s definitely worth it are the hikes you can do starting from here.
Playa Antequera seen from the viewpoint.
Particularly popular is the one to Playa Antequera; it can only be reached on foot after a rather long trail or by boat (an excursion with Nautica Nivaria was advertised in the village), and that’s why it remains one of the least frequented beaches in northern Tenerife and at the same time one of the most beautiful. Unfortunately, I arrived in Igueste in the late afternoon and so I simply didn’t have time to reach the beach, but I still climbed up to the viewpoint following the path described on this page from where you have excellent views of both Playa Antequera and Santa Cruz de Tenerife with Teide in the background. If you want to reach the beach, the path to follow is basically the same and is the one described in full on this page; if you like, you can also do a loop, so you don’t go and come back on the same trail once you’ve reached the beach, as described on this page. Note that in both cases, right after leaving the village of San Andrés, a short detour to “El Semáforo” is suggested: it’s not far, but I don’t think it’s worth it.
Igueste de San Andrés.
Teno Rural Park and the rest of the north coast
In this section you’ll find lots of hikes to do in Teno Rural Park, plus all the towns of tourist interest along the north coast of the island, except the ones already mentioned in the section on Anaga Rural Park and Northeast Tenerife.
Casa de los Balcones.
La Orotava
The historic center of the town is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful on the island, the charming cobblestone streets and numerous colonial-style buildings making it in my opinion a must-see along the north coast of Tenerife. Highlights include the church de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción, the Jardín Victoria and the Casa de los Balcones, the latter of which is a house museum that tells the history and culture of the island. If you’re looking for a place to eat typical Canarian dishes without spending a fortune I recommend Bar Los Castillos a short walk from the center. For parking without going crazy, there’s a paid parking lot a short walk from Plaza Casañas.
Playa El Bollullo.
Also just a few kilometers from town is one of the most beautiful beaches in northern Tenerife, Playa El Bollullo. This black-sand beach, nestled below sheer cliffs, is the ideal destination if you want to avoid the crowds typical of the beaches of southern Tenerife. In any case, as I’ve said several times throughout this guide, along the north coast the currents can be strong. The beach can be reached by car at the end of a road that’s quite narrow in places; the only option for parking is at Restaurante Bollullo, and it costs 3€ for the whole day. Alternatively, there’s a trail that runs along the coast from Puerto de La Cruz.
Finally, about halfway between La Orotava and Icod de los Vinos I recommend stopping briefly at Mirador de San Pedro. The views are excellent, there’s a restaurant and if you wish you can even complete a short trail along the coast.
Through the streets of La Orotava.
Where to sleep in La Orotava?
Hostel Tenerife is a hostel right in the center, perfect if you’re traveling solo or simply on a budget. Meanwhile, a great option a few kilometers from the center is El Refugio de Maria.
Mirador de San Pedro.
Icod de los Vinos
Icod de los Vinos has become famous because of the giant dragon tree simply called “El Drago” that stands in the center of town and is estimated to be between 600 and 800 years old. In all honesty, I expected to see a monster-sized tree and was a bit disappointed, but I think the town itself is still worth a visit. The small old town is nice and besides El Drago you can visit the banana museum, the Mariposario del Drago (a tropical garden that is home to over 800 butterflies) and the Malvasia Museum.
Lastly, a short distance from Icod de Los Vinos, you can join guided tours of the Cueva del Viento, which is part of Europe’s largest lava tunnel system, the sixth largest in the world. To visit it, you have to join an organized tour lasting about two hours, which you can also book online on this page (home page of the official website). I didn’t do it personally, but judging by the reviews it seems like a nice experience.
El Drago.
Where to sleep in Icod de los Vinos?
Drago Nest Hostel is the cheapest option especially for solo travelers. Two other interesting options are Casa Antonio Guest House and Mirador Playa San Marcos.
Garachico
Garachico was for years one of the island’s main ports and consequently one of its wealthiest cities. Unfortunately, a series of events, most notably the eruption of 1706 that wiped out the ancient port in its entirety, marked the end of the town’s golden age, which saw no further development. Within the Parque de la Puerta de Tierra you can see the remains of the ancient gate that gave access to the city. Fortunately, the historic center wasn’t affected and is considered among the most beautiful on the island, particularly the Plaza de la Libertad and the adjacent narrow streets.
There are also a number of natural pools on the Garachico waterfront where you can swim protected from the waves or simply stroll around. Playa de Garachico, while not particularly beautiful, being protected from the waves is also a great place to swim. If you arrive by car, there’s ample free parking at this spot a short walk from the center.
Finally, around the city there are a number of scenic spots where it’s definitely worth stopping including: Mirador de El Guincho, Mirador de La Atalaya, and the Mirador de Garachico.
Natural pools of Garachico.
Where to sleep in Garachico?
The only hostel in town is Trevejo Hostel, conveniently located right in the center. If, on the other hand, you’re looking for a cheap room or apartment, you have to move out of town and go for places such as Aptos Las Salinas.
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles.
Los Silos and Buenavista del Norte
These two small towns, a short distance from each other, are the ideal base for exploring the northern part of Teno Rural Park, especially if you want a less touristy alternative to Garachico, Icod de los Vinos and La Orotava. Both towns have a really pretty main square and a more authentic, local atmosphere than the other, more touristy destinations on the north coast. If that’s what you’re looking for, besides a more “strategic” location, then it’s definitely worth considering staying here. Near Los Silos there’s also a small natural swimming pool and a whale skeleton.
Where to sleep in Los Silos and Buenavista del Norte?
Estudio Casco and Luz del Mar are two great options in Los Silos, while in Buenavista del Norte check out Tabaiba Guesthouse and Casa emblemática.
Plaza De La Luz, Los Silos.
Teno Rural Park
Teno Rural Park covers the mountainous area in the northwest of the island of Tenerife. With its vertical cliffs dropping into the sea, its deep gorges and the fact that it’s less visited than Anaga Rural Park and Teide National Park, it gives you the feeling of being cut off from the rest of the island, which lends it a mysterious atmosphere.
The coast of Teno Rural Park.
Punta de Teno
Visiting Punta de Teno is considered by many a highlight of this part of the island. Personally, perhaps because of my high expectations, I wasn’t particularly impressed, but I still think it’s worth visiting this lighthouse, which really makes you feel like you’re at the edge of the world. That said, there’s not much to do except admire the cliffs of Los Gigantes in the distance and maybe go swimming at Playa Punta de Teno; the lighthouse itself is closed to the public.
It’s important to point out that access to the road leading to Punta de Teno is restricted to authorized vehicles only, in summer from 9:00 to 20:00 and in winter, fall and spring from 10:00 to 19:00. At this point there’s an actual barrier, complete with guards, which means that if you want to visit the lighthouse during these hours you have two options: walk along the road (it’s about 6 km) or take the 369 bus, which shuttles between Buenavista del Norte and Punta de Teno about every hour. It costs 1€, here is the closest stop, and you can park your car at the side of the road.
The climb up to Teno Alto.
A final alternative, which I highly recommend for those up for a challenge, is the “Camino del Risco” hike, detailed on this page. The trail is quite hard, especially in the first part all uphill to Teno Alto, where if you wish you can have lunch before continuing the walk. In any case, it shouldn’t take you more than 4-6 hours. As you’ll notice from the map, you start walking exactly where the barrier mentioned earlier is, and it’s also at this point that you can park your car. From here you climb up to the village of Teno Alto before descending toward the sea and coming out on the road a couple of kilometers from the lighthouse.
The descent toward the Punta de Teno lighthouse.
More or less where the trail meets the road, there’s a bus stop where you can wait and save yourself a 2 km walk to the lighthouse. Obviously, if you’re not interested in visiting the lighthouse, you can simply wait for the first bus to Buenavista del Norte. The only real problem is getting back to your car: unfortunately, there’s no official stop at the barrier, and the driver flatly refused to make an exception. If that happens to you too, the first useful stop is a couple of kilometers away in the direction of Buenavista del Norte, and once you get off, all you can do is walk back to get your car.
Los Gigantes seen from Punta de Teno.
Cumbre de Bolico and Risco Verde
This is a route I put together myself by combining a couple of trails, and I absolutely recommend it. You’ll find all the details on this page. For a shorter version, you can skip the detour to the top of Risco Verde, which offers 360-degree views of the Teno mountains, the road to the village of Masca and even Teide in the distance.
Either way, don’t despair: even without climbing to the top of Risco Verde, the trail, which starts by crossing the forest, then gives you great views of the coast below as soon as you reach the mountain ridge. Highly recommended. To start the hike, you can leave your car along the road in Las Portelas at this point.
Teide seen from the top of Risco Verde.
Masca
The small village of Masca is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque on the island and is also the starting point of one of the most iconic hikes within the Teno Rural Park. From the small village it’s in fact possible to walk down the Barranco de Masca, a deep gorge that leads down to the sea. Before even talking about the hike, however, it’s good to say a few words about the village.
Masca is a destination as popular as it is isolated, which you can only reach via a winding road through the mountains, but (given the limited parking in the village and the impossibility of parking along the road, which is really narrow in places) you can only stay in the village parking lot for a maximum of two hours. This amount of time is absolutely enough to visit the small village, also because apart from taking a few photos and maybe eating something there’s not exactly much to do. Things change, though, if you decide to go down to Playa de Masca by doing the hike through the barranco I mentioned earlier.
Barranco de Masca.
In this case it’s essential to do a few things. The trail until recently was open to the public without any restrictions but following a couple of incidents is now heavily regulated. First of all you have to book your spot online through the official website. I was lucky enough to do it completely free of charge during the “trial period” but was told it would soon cost 16€ per person. Once you arrive at the small village you have to check in at the visitor center where you’re given a briefing and handed a helmet to wear for the duration of the hike due to the danger of falling rocks. The staff is extremely strict about the type of footwear you wear, you must have hiking boots or at least hiking shoes, with simple sneakers you’re denied access.
Given the two-hour limit for parking and the fact that the recommended time to complete the hike is 6-7 hours (walking at a brisk pace took me less than three hours) it’s necessary to reach the village by public transportation or taxi as explained in detail here. Personally, I took the 8:15 bus from Santiago del Teide and I think it’s the best option especially if you’re coming from the south. Let me add that despite what is reported on many sites, you can pay directly with a regular debit card.
Barranco de Masca.
With this very long introduction out of the way (I recommend reading all the information on the official website carefully anyway), the hike, despite the hassle with the parking and the various rules to follow, is really enjoyable, and I recommend it especially if entry is still free when you read this guide. For 16€ per person, if confirmed, you can probably find better ways to spend your money, but if budget isn’t an issue, I doubt you’ll be disappointed.
Masca village.
Tamaimo and Montaña de Guama
This trail also known as the “Tamaimo Loop” described on this page is a really pleasant and not too long hike that you can complete in about 2-3 hours, and it offers fantastic views of the coast, with the towns of Los Gigantes and Puerto de Santiago, the Tamaimo valley and La Gomera in the distance. The trail, although relatively short, is steep in places and completely exposed, so on a sunny day it can get really hot. To save yourself the walk through town and a bit of road, you can park your car directly at this spot.
If you want to make the route longer, you can walk to Mirador El Agujero. I didn’t do it personally, partly because I doubt the view changes much.
Puerto de Santiago.
View along the trail.
Where to sleep to explore the Teno rural park?
For the northern part of the park my advice is to sleep between Los Silos and Buenavista del Norte although actually Garachico, Icod de los Vinos and La Orotava are not too far away either. Or, if like me you don’t mind a tent, I strongly recommend the camping area Los Pedregales, a nice campground with bathrooms and showers in a great setting and above all completely free, provided, however, that you have a reservation. As for the southern part of the park, there’s Santiago del Teide, which unfortunately doesn’t have many cheap options for solo travelers; if you’re not traveling alone, check out Casa Fina or alternatively, although slightly further away, you can always camp in San José de Los Llanos or sleep at Arena Nest Hostel in Puerto de Santiago.
Sunset at Los Pedregales campground.
Los Gigantes, Puerto de Santiago and Playa Abama
Going down the coast between Teno Rural Park and Los Cristianos there are at least a couple of destinations worth visiting. First, Los Gigantes and Puerto de Santiago, which can technically be used as a base to explore Teno Park in the morning and spend the rest of the day at the beach.
Los Gigantes seen from the viewpoint.
Both towns are extremely touristy and can be considered classic seaside resorts, but if that’s what you’re looking for, or at least you don’t mind, you won’t be disappointed. Playa de los Gigantes in addition to being a nice beach offers some great views of the famous cliffs, for the best vantage point I recommend going up here, especially nice at sunset. While in Puerto de Santiago don’t miss the natural pool and Playa Chica or Playa de Santiago.
Playa Chica or Playa de Santiago.
Finally, Playa Abama, although crowded, is really beautiful and perfect for swimming. The beach is public and open to everyone, but unofficially it’s the beach of the five-star Ritz Carlton hotel, so it’s really well maintained, with all the services you need. Note that although you can drive down, there’s no parking at the bottom, so save yourself time: park right here and walk down.
Playa Abama.
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Teide National Park and southern coast of Tenerife
In this section you’ll find lots of hikes to do in Teide National Park plus some destinations along the south coast of the island.
Los Cristianos
If on your trip to Tenerife you’re looking for nightlife, Los Cristianos is most likely the destination you’re looking for, especially the nearby Playa de Fañabé in Costa Adeje, surrounded by bars and clubs: the epicenter of partying on the island.
The town’s main beach, Playa de Las Vistas, on the other hand, is considered one of the most beautiful but also most crowded in southern Tenerife. The wide beach, being in the center of town, has all the services you need, and there’s no shortage of bars and restaurants on the waterfront.
In short, Los Cristianos, like much of this stretch of coast, is extremely touristy and can be compared to a classic seaside resort, like Jesolo here where I live. Personally, I preferred to spend my time elsewhere and stayed only one day arriving by ferry from La Gomera. Depending on the type of trip you have in mind, though, Los Cristianos might be what you’re looking for. I don’t have any discos or clubs to recommend but if you want to eat delicious rotisserie chicken while spending little, drop by Bar Deportivo.
Playa de Las Vistas.
Where to sleep in Los Cristianos?
I shared a room at the Banana Surf House and can only recommend it, clean, cheap, and with a kitchenette to make your own food. If you’re looking for a room closer to the beach check out Casa Endorfina. Unfortunately, Tenerife Hostel, which seems to be the only hostel in Los Cristianos, has bad reviews.
Reserva Natural Especial de Montaña Roja
Let me say up front that I didn’t personally visit this stretch of coast. It was on my plan, but because of time I had to skip it, preferring to hike in the various parks. Still, I think it’s worth writing a few lines, since the beaches inside the Reserva Natural Especial de Montaña Roja are considered among the most beautiful on the island.
In particular Playa del Médano, which, given the optimal wind conditions, is popular especially with windsurfers, but is also suitable for regular swimmers or anyone who wants to spend the day on the beach, since this part near the village is protected from both wind and waves. While Playa de la Tejita, on the opposite side of Montaña Roja, seems to be popular with nudists.
Teide.
Teide National Park
This national park with its Martian landscape is truly fascinating and not surprisingly the most visited park in Europe. Technically you only need to drive through it stopping at a few viewpoints along the way to enjoy these unique views but better yet is to explore it on foot. Whether you want to take a short walk or a multi-hour hike up to the Teide proper, here are some routes for all levels of difficulty. If you want a full list of all trails within the park, check out this page.
Rainbow over Roques de García.
Roques de García Circuit
If you’re short on time or maybe you just want to do an undemanding trail, this is the right option for you. The circuit starts at the Mirador de la Ruleta and is detailed on this page, although I guarantee you that the route is really obvious and you certainly don’t need GPS coordinates: you basically walk around the base of the rock formations called Roques de García. If you decide to do the circuit counterclockwise, a steep final climb of about 200 meters awaits you; if instead you walk it clockwise, after the initial descent the elevation gain is less concentrated. If you really don’t feel like walking, the Mirador de la Ruleta itself offers some excellent views.
Roques de García with Teide in the background.
Circuit Montaña de la Botija and Montaña Samara
The trail described on this page is slightly more demanding than the Roques de García circuit, but still within reach of many. Along the road, at this point, there’s a parking lot at the start of the trail, which, if it’s still too demanding for you, you can shorten drastically by only climbing up to the Mirador de Samara, where you get the best views. The contrast between the black lava fields and the young green pines, with Teide in the background, is really photogenic.
Mirador de Samara.
La Fortaleza
The route described on this page is definitely longer than the previous two, but since it’s largely flat, it’s still not too demanding. Most of the trail runs across the plain at the foot of Teide, and its destination is La Fortaleza, a flat massif vaguely comparable to a fortress, from which you get great views of Teide, with the forests of the Orotava valley behind you. If you’re short on time, I think there are better options, but all in all it’s still a nice hike.
La Fortaleza.
Montaña Guajara Circuit
I personally followed this trail clockwise (important for the references below) and in my travel notes I wrote: “steep, uneven, and poorly marked.” This is because I believe the trail used in the GPS track to close the loop has been out of use for years and is no longer officially passable, so much so that there are at least two signs indicating that the trail to the top of Montaña Guajara is a “dead end.”
I couldn’t resist the temptation and despite the clear signs, once I got to the top I still decided to descend from the front, along the “steep, uneven and poorly marked” section of trail. I even enjoyed doing it but it’s certainly not something I’d recommend. Basically, to avoid problems, and especially to avoid hurting yourself, I think it’s much better to go down the way you came and at the first intersection take the right. Looking at the map it should be pretty obvious what I mean, or alternatively you can simply go back exactly the way you came: this way the trail presents no difficulty at all, except the elevation gain.
In any case, at 2718 meters above sea level, the views from the top of Montaña Guajara, with Mount Teide right in front of you and the ocean behind you, are probably among the most beautiful the park has to offer. If you’re willing to put in some effort, I strongly recommend this hike.
Teide seen from the top of Montaña Guajara.
Mount Teide
Here we come to the star of the park, which is the ascent to Mount Teide itself. There are really a lot of different options for climbing to the summit or otherwise getting close to it, I’ll try my best to list them all as clearly as I can.
In all cases I’d like to emphasize that to get to the actual summit, with a few exceptions discussed below, it’s absolutely necessary to obtain a permit through the park’s official website since daily access is limited to a certain number of people. The permit that basically grants access to the “Telesforo Bravo” trail is free of charge but you should apply for it well in advance and above all remember to bring both the permit and the document used to apply for it with you!
In short, to hike the “Telesforo Bravo” section of the trail from the cable car station to the summit of Mount Teide you have three options: get a permit through the official website, book a tour that includes the permit, or pass the checkpoint before 9:00 am.
Along the Montaña de la Botija Circuit.
Mount Teide by cable car
This is definitely the quickest and easiest option, but also the most expensive and, for what it’s worth, in my opinion the least rewarding; still, I fully realize that for many it’s the only option. The one-way ticket costs 21€, while the round-trip ticket costs 37€, and you can buy them online on this page. If you’re interested, there’s also a series of other packages that include transport to the cable car with guided tours; some also include the permit for the ascent to the actual summit, so you don’t have to worry about getting the permit in time, as recommended earlier. If you’re interested, here’s the complete list. Basically, with the cable car you get to 3555 meters, and from there, if you want to climb to the actual summit, you have no choice but to hike the last 163 meters of elevation gain, which in itself isn’t much, but I assure you that if you’re not acclimatized or otherwise in good shape it could be a real struggle. Also remember that to complete this last stretch, from the cable car station to the actual summit you need to obtain a permit through the official website or alternatively by buying one of the packages that include it.
If you’re not interested in climbing to the top or you couldn’t get the permit, the view, in all honesty, doesn’t change much, and my advice is to walk to Mirador La Fortaleza, from where you get great views toward the northeast of Tenerife. Unfortunately I can’t confirm all this, because on the day of my climb the island was hit by the “calima”, the name locals use for the haze caused by Saharan sand carried by the wind.
Lastly, the fact that you can buy just a one-way ticket, up or down, also gives you the option of hiking to the summit of the volcano and then taking the cable car down, or vice versa. But let’s move on to the other options.
The “view” from the summit of Teide.
Climbing Mount Teide on a day hike
Even when it comes to climbing to the top of the volcano on foot, there’s certainly no shortage of alternatives.
The absolute “shortest version” as a distance is the one I did personally and you can find it described on this page. As you can see for the ascent it took me about three and a half hours taking two fairly long breaks to have breakfast and enjoy the view a bit, while for the descent it took me just over two hours. I have to say, though, that I was already acclimatized and, above all, relatively fit. It’s not exactly a great feat, but it’s still almost 1400 meters of elevation gain, and above three thousand meters you start to feel the altitude: if you’re not in good shape, it could be real torture.
I’d also like to point out that – although I chose the shortest route overall – the trail in the initial part (until it joins the “official” one described below) isn’t pleasant at all, since it’s really steep, not exactly easy to follow and full of sand/scree, which make both the climb up and the way down anything but easy. Nothing impossible but definitely something to keep in mind. If you opt for this short version, the trail junction is along the road at this point and a few hundred meters before that there’s room for at least a couple of cars here and here.
The “official trail” is from the start less technical. The route to follow is the one described on this page. This way the hike gets about 3 km longer, round trip, but for obvious reasons, since the elevation gain is more or less the same, the initial part climbs more gently and over less demanding terrain. The choice is yours.
On the way to the summit.
In case you’re interested, there’s an even longer alternative, which is to go up the other side via Pico Viejo. This trail is more challenging as you add both distance and elevation gain, but it’s definitely a viable option for anyone who wants to hike a less busy trail. You can find all the relevant information on this page. For the record, the ascent to Pico Viejo itself without going on to Mount Teide can certainly also be an interesting hike, you’ll find it on this page.
In all three cases, I remind you once again that if you want to reach the actual summit, you need to get the permit as discussed above or alternatively pass the checkpoint located at the level of the cable car’s upper station before 9:00 in the morning, the time from which the permit is mandatory.
Climbing Mount Teide by spending the night at the Refugio Altavista
This is the option I recommend to anyone who wants to hike to the summit of the volcano but doesn’t feel like doing it in one day, or simply wants to see the sunrise from the summit without having to wake up at ungodly hours. You can book the refuge at this link, preferably well in advance, since there are only 54 beds, which apparently get booked months ahead, especially in high season.
The advantage of sleeping at the refuge, besides making the climb more manageable, is that if you manage to secure a bed, you don’t need the permit to climb to the summit, because since it’s at 3260 meters, even if you set off without too much of a rush you should still be able to pass the checkpoint before 9:00. On top of that, you can leave your backpack, or at least some of your things, at the refuge, climb to the summit and then pick everything up on your way down.
Teide seen from the top of La Fortaleza.
Whichever option you choose, especially if you decide to climb to the summit for sunrise, remember that you’re at almost 4000 meters: at that time of day (but later too) it can get really cold, even in the middle of summer, so dress accordingly. And remember that if setting off for sunrise means dealing with the cold, setting off in the afternoon on a trail without a scrap of shade means baking in the sun. As I was coming down in the early afternoon, I saw the suffering on the faces of the people on their way up who asked me how far it was to the summit.
To wrap up this section on what to do and see in Tenerife, and in particular in Teide National Park, although it’s definitely not a must, I recommend driving the “carretera de la Esperanza”, or TF 24, at least once, to get to or leave the park. The road is really pleasant and offers some interesting views.
Teide seen from Mirador de Samara.
Where to sleep in Teide National Park?
There are at least a couple of good options to use as a base for exploring Teide National Park, if budget isn’t an issue, the best by far is definitely the Parador de Las Cañadas del Teide, its central location within walking distance of all the main attractions in the park is really hard to beat but for cheaper options you can consider Vilaflor, especially Hotel El Sombrerito and Hotel Rural Vilaflor. Or if you’re willing to drive a little more but with the advantage of being closer to the sea, Arona is another good option with accommodations such as Finca Chimaca and VistalRoque. There are also some interesting trails from here, but I haven’t personally completed them, such as the one that goes up to Roque del Conde from which you have a 360-degree view of southern Tenerife.
If you’re willing to sleep in a tent, the Las Lajas camping area is probably the best located. I spent three nights there and although there are definitely better campsites, considering that it’s free (with reservations) you certainly can’t complain. Two other campgrounds, slightly further outside the park but still great options, are the Zona de Acampada de Chío and Ramón el Caminero.
La Gomera seen from Teno Alto.
Suggested itineraries in Tenerife
I know perfectly well that many people visit the island of Tenerife and are more than happy to spend all their time in a single location, limiting themselves to a few day trips, whereas the itineraries below are designed for a multi-stop, road-trip-style kind of trip. That doesn’t mean, though, that they can’t be adapted to a less “demanding” kind of trip. In any case, take what follows as a starting point to build an itinerary based on your interests and in light of everything I’ve described so far.
Itinerary 3 days in Tenerife
I think three days is the minimum if you want to visit Tenerife. Obviously you’ll have to make some choices, but by the end of your stay you should still have an idea of what the island has to offer.
La Laguna (1 night)
Day 1:
Explore Anaga Rural Park during the day by choosing one of the recommended routes. Personally, if I had to choose I’d complete the Senderos de Los Sentidos and then head to Roque de Taborno or alternatively, if you prefer to spend more time on the beach, to Playa de Las Teresitas. Spend the evening on the streets of La Laguna.
Vilaflor (1 night)
Day 2:
Devote the day to exploring Teide National Park. You could choose one of the shorter routes to do in the morning and go up to the summit by cable car in the afternoon, or hike up and down, spending the whole day on it. Or go for some of the shorter routes and enjoy Teide in the distance without necessarily climbing it. The choice is yours.
Santiago del Teide (1 night)
Day 3:
Visit Masca and complete the hike in the Barranco de Masca or alternatively I’d opt for the Cumbre de Bolico and Risco Verde. In the evening go to see the sunset at Los Gigantes.
Itinerary 5 days in Tenerife
With two extra days compared to the three-day itinerary, I’d personally choose to spend a full day exploring the north coast (La Orotava, Icod de Los Vinos and Garachico) and another one to do the hike that inspires you most in one of the various parks, one I didn’t include in the three-day itinerary. Alternatively, you could simply spend the day at the beach somewhere.
Las Carboneras.
Itinerary 7 days in Tenerife
With a one-week itinerary you’ll definitely be able to visit everything a bit more calmly and include a few stops along the north coast. Obviously you’ll have to make some choices, but I think it’s a good amount of time to explore the island.
La Laguna (2 nights)
Day 1:
Explore Anaga Rural Park during the day by choosing one of the recommended routes. Personally if I had to choose I’d complete the Senderos de Los Sentidos and then head to Roque de Taborno or alternatively, if you prefer to spend some time on the beach, Playa de Las Teresitas. Spend the evening on the streets of La Laguna.
Day 2:
I recommend spending another day in Anaga Rural Park and choosing one of the suggested trails. I’d probably opt for the hike from Punta de Hidalgo to Chinamada or Las Carboneras and then spend the rest of the day at the natural pools of Bajamar or Punta de Hidalgo.
Buenavista del Norte or Los Silos (2 nights)
Day 3:
Spend the day exploring the north coast of the island: La Orotava, Icod de Los Vinos, and Garachico. Ideally you should sleep in either Buenavista del Norte or Los Silos.
Day 4:
Visit Punta de Teno by completing the Camino del Risco.
Santiago del Teide (1 night)
Day 5:
Visit Masca and complete the hike in the Barranco de Masca or alternatively I’d opt for the Cumbre de Bolico and Risco Verde. In the evening go to see the sunset at Los Gigantes.
Vilaflor (2 nights)
Day 6:
You could choose one of the shorter routes to do in the morning and go up to the summit by cable car in the afternoon, or hike up and down, spending the whole day on it, or go for some of the shorter routes and enjoy Teide from a distance without necessarily climbing it. The choice is yours.
Day 7:
Choose one of the other routes within the park. Personally, I’d opt for the ascent to Montaña Guajara.
Along the trail to Chinamada.
Itinerary 10 days in Tenerife
Ten days give you a bit more flexibility than the one-week itinerary, which you could use to explore the various destinations more in depth and include a few more hikes in the various parks, as I suggest, but nobody’s stopping you from including a few days at the beach.
La Laguna (3 nights)
Day 1:
During the day explore the Anaga Rural Park by choosing one of the recommended routes. Personally if I had to choose I’d complete the Senderos de Los Sentidos and then head to Roque de Taborno or alternatively Playa de Las Teresitas if you prefer to spend some time on the beach. Spend the evening on the streets of La Laguna.
Day 2:
Choose from one of the suggested trails in Anaga Rural Park. I’d probably opt for the hike from Punta de Hidalgo to Chinamada or Las Carboneras and then spend the rest of the day at the natural pools of Bajamar or Punta de Hidalgo.
Day 3:
Choose one of the suggested trails in Anaga Rural Park. I’d probably go for the circuit from Taganana to Afur and Playa de Tamadiste, but the trail connecting Igueste de San Andrés to Playa Antequera and the one from Benijo to the Anaga Lighthouse are definitely two great options to fill the day as well.
Buenavista del Norte or Los Silos (3 nights)
Day 4:
Spend the day exploring the north coast of the island: La Orotava, Icod de Los Vinos, and Garachico. Ideally you should sleep in either Buenavista del Norte or Los Silos.
Day 5:
Visit Punta de Teno by completing the Camino del Risco.
Day 6:
Complete the circuit Cumbre de Bolico and Risco Verde.
Santiago del Teide (1 night)
Day 7:
Visit Masca and complete the hike in the Barranco de Masca. In the evening, go to see the sunset at Los Gigantes.
Vilaflor (2 nights)
Day 8:
Spend the day at the beach and reach Vilaflor in the evening. Playa Abama and Playa de Santiago are great options, or you could spend the entire day on the beaches of Los Cristianos.
Day 9:
You could choose one of the shorter routes to do in the morning and go up to the summit by cable car in the afternoon, or hike up and down, spending the whole day on it, or go for some of the shorter routes and enjoy Teide from afar without necessarily climbing it. The choice is yours.
Day 10:
Choose one of the other routes within the park. Personally, I’d opt for the ascent to Montaña Guajara.
Mirador del Llano de los Loros.
Itinerary 14 days in Tenerife
With two weeks to spare, you have plenty of time to explore the island without any rush. My advice is to follow the ten-day itinerary just described and include a few days to spend at the beach here and there or just relaxing at some destination that you particularly liked.
How to get around Tenerife
Although public transportation isn’t that bad I think renting a car is by far the best way to explore the island. The roads can be busy but with a few rare exceptions are wide and in excellent condition.
Rent a car in Tenerife
During my trip to the Canary Islands, I almost always ended up renting my car with Cicar: the prices are competitive, you can easily pay without a credit card, no deposit is required, insurance is included and there are no deductibles, and above all they have offices at all the ports and airports of the Canary Islands. That’s really practical if you’re planning a multi-stop trip between the islands. Most other companies only have offices at the airport, which can be really inconvenient if, instead of getting on a plane, you want to drop your car off at the port and take a ferry to another island.
In short, if you have an inter-island road trip on your mind or for whatever reason you don’t want to drop your car off at the airport, Cicar is probably the best option. In all other cases, it’s definitely worth considering other car rentals by checking out sites like Discover Cars. In any case, whether it’s Cicar or any other company, if you have specific dates, I recommend booking the car a few weeks in advance; doing so can really save you a lot compared to last-minute bookings.
Also, keep in mind that virtually all companies technically don’t allow you to drive on dirt roads. We did it several times, but if you run into any problems, you risk having to pay out of your own pocket.
Finally, there are companies that technically allow you to take the car to another island by ferry, as long as you return it on the island where you rented it; many, on paper, don’t allow you to leave the island at all. Obviously there’s nobody checking at the port, but if you ever need assistance, that’s where the problems could start.
My advice, if you need it, is to rent a different car for each island you visit, or at least find out exactly what you’re allowed to do and what you aren’t.
Camino Viejo al Pico del Inglés.
Buses in Tenerife
If you’re traveling solo and want to save compared to the cost of renting a car, don’t feel like driving or, for any other reason, don’t want to rent a car, public transportation isn’t bad at all, and with a little planning you can reach virtually any destination on the island. On this page you’ll find the various lines and schedules, and you can plan your trip. I’d read on several sites that you absolutely had to buy the Ten+ card to pay for rides, so I did, but the only two times I took the bus, to get to Masca and back from Punta de Teno, I saw people easily paying with a regular debit card.
October 2026 update: these days you can pay for a single ticket right on board on all TITSA lines, in cash or with a contactless Visa or Mastercard (your phone works too), so the Ten+ card isn’t mandatory. It’s still worth it if you take the bus a lot: the card costs 2€ and rides are cheaper when you pay with the credit you load onto it, plus there are 10€ (24-hour) and 50€ (7-day) passes. You’ll find the current fares on the official TITSA website.
Domestic flights
The only two airlines operating domestic flights between the islands are CanaryFly and BinterCanarias. Prices tend to be very similar, but in general Binter seems to be slightly cheaper and has special fares for those under 29. In any case, look at both and if possible book at least a few weeks in advance for the best deals.
Ferries to Tenerife
The cheaper alternative to flying, and above all the more practical way to get from one island to another, is the ferry. Clearly, if you need to get to Lanzarote from Tenerife, it’s definitely better to fly, but to go to Gran Canaria and La Gomera, taking the ferry not only saves you money but is also much more convenient, since you don’t have to show up two hours early like at the airport: you can simply go to the port an hour before, or even less, buy your ticket and board without necessarily booking in advance.
Basically, if you don’t have a fixed itinerary, getting around by ferry gives you a lot more flexibility. In any case, there are several companies operating between the islands; Direct Ferries is a site that brings all the companies together, and you can book your tickets there if you like.
Specifically, Tenerife has several daily departures from Los Cristianos to La Gomera, La Palma, and El Hierro, while ferries to Gran Canaria depart from Santa Cruz.
Playa El Bollullo.
Backpacking Tenerife: costs
How much does a trip to Tenerife cost? Obviously it depends; those who read my blog know that I travel extremely frugally, and my trip to the Canary Islands was no exception. I managed to stick to a budget of 1000€ a month, or just over 30€ a day, all inclusive. If you’re looking for some ideas on how to save money, check out this article.
I fully realize that not everyone is willing or interested in living the backpacker life, but the good news is that the Canary Islands are still a relatively cheap destination by European standards. Prices in general are lower than in mainland Spain itself, because the islands are a sort of special region where VAT is only 7% and on many consumer goods you don’t pay it at all. To give two examples, gas costs about 1€ per liter, and a dinner at a restaurant, if you’re not too demanding, costs about 10€ or a little more. In short, they may not be Latin American prices, but by European standards you certainly can’t complain.
Since we’re talking about costs I think it’s good to say a few words about what is definitely a great way to contain them: camping. Wild camping in Tenerife is technically illegal, but in reality it’s widely tolerated. If you pitch your tent away from prying eyes you shouldn’t have any kind of problem, even better if, given the very low rainfall that characterizes the summer period, you don’t pitch your tent at all.
Roques de García.
During my stay in Tenerife, all the nights I spent “camping,” I always just inflated my camping mat when it was time for bed. But again, technically it’s illegal, so the choice is yours.
If you want to stay on the right side of the law, the island government provides several areas where you can camp legally and for free. Find the complete list on this page where by following the steps you can reserve your spot. Some of these campsites are very basic, others are a real “luxury.” As mentioned throughout the guide, I especially recommend Los Pedregales to use as a base for exploring the northwest of the island and Las Lajas for Teide National Park.
Finally, to find places to camp in the Canary Islands I recommend the app park4night, designed mainly for those who want to spend the night in an RV, minivan or car. It’s a fantastic resource for those who simply want to find a secluded spot to pitch their tent, or just put down a mat, as we often did, too.
Plaza De La Luz, Los Silos.
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Backpacking Tenerife: safety
Tenerife and the Canary Islands in general are an absolutely safe destination, with really low crime rates, and they’re also recommended for families with children. That said, as with any other destination, you should use common sense, and following the usual safety tips never hurts.
The only two things I’d point out are, first, to be extremely careful where you swim: as you’ll have noticed, throughout this guide I’ve stressed several times that some beaches aren’t suitable for swimming. This is the ocean, so the currents can be extremely dangerous; rip currents in particular can quickly drag you out to sea, with potentially fatal consequences. I met a man who was swept out to sea with his children, and he told me how he’d already seen the end coming: not exactly a nice experience.
Also, a great many of the more isolated beaches have no lifeguards, and especially in the low season you could be the only person there. In short, especially if you’re not an experienced swimmer, be careful, and remember that in general the north coast of the island is less suitable for swimming than the south coast.
Through the streets of San Cristóbal de La Laguna.
As for hiking, even during my visit in May there were a few occasions when it got pretty hot during the day, and especially in Teide National Park, at altitude and without a scrap of shade, protecting yourself from the sun and staying hydrated is essential.
Finally, if you decide to rent a car, make sure you don’t leave any valuables inside when it’s unattended. Unfortunately, broken glass in parking lots and signs urging people not to leave anything in the car are all too common.
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