Muelle de Ribera → Plaza de España
After disembarking at Muelle de Ribera, walk to Plaza de España.
Cruise port in Spain
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Allow about 10 min each way from the terminal to the city center. Average time in port: 10 hours. 40 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 27 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 256 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 10 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 529
Photo: Christian Buehner
After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Santa Cruz de Tenerife cruise terminals. Allow about 10 min each way from the terminal to the city center.
- 3 cruise terminals
The assigned dock is one of Dique del Este, Muelle Sur, Muelle de Ribera and varies by sailing.
About 10 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife city centreAbout 10 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 9 hr 30 min
- San Cristóbal de La LagunaAbout 25 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 9 hr
- Teide National ParkAbout 1 hr 20 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 7 hr
Return travel Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
Between the terminal, city and airport
Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.
Muelle Sur → Santa Cruz de Tenerife cruise terminal
Take the free shuttle bus from the stop beside the breakwater where the ship is berthed to the cruise terminal.
Muelle Sur → Plaza de España
Take the port shuttle to Plaza de España. Service depends on the berth location and port operations.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife cruise terminal → Plaza de la Candelaria
Exit the cruise terminal and walk south to Plaza de la Candelaria, about 450 m away.
Santa Cruz cruise pier → Airport (name not specified in the source)
Take a taxi from the pier to the airport. The source does not name the airport.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife places to explore
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Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín
This is a modern building considered a symbol of Santa Cruz and Tenerife. It is the Canary Islands’ most modern public building and a visitor attraction.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00–17:30
Sat 10:00–14:00
Sun Closed
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción
This 16th-century church with a landmark tower is in the La Noria district.
Reviews say the bell tower at the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Concepción cannot be climbed, so do not include tower views in your itinerary.
Playa de Las Teresitas
This is a well-known Santa Cruz beach in San Andrés, with calm water and facilities.
Las Teresitas Beach draws local visitors on weekends, so visit on a weekday if you want a less crowded beach.
Castillo de San Juan Bautista
This 17th-century coastal fort is near the Auditorio.
- Admission
- Free
Several reviews say the interior of Castillo de San Juan Bautista is not open to visitors, so do not plan an interior visit; go to see the exterior only.
Plaza de España
This is a central city square where surrounding buildings and the Anaga Mountains are reflected on the water.
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Daily 24 hours
Parque García Sanabria
This urban park has tropical plants, sculptures, and fountains, as well as a children's playground.
- Visit
- about 30 min
- Admission
- Free
Reviews say there are no accessible restrooms in García Sanabria Park, so wheelchair users should use a restroom beforehand.
Trips nearby
With enough time in port, you can explore beyond the city. One-way times are approximate.
San Cristóbal de La Laguna
About 25 min each wayTime at destination About 9 hr
SightsCatedral de San Cristóbal de La LagunaThis cathedral has a Neoclassical facade, decorated chapels, and treasures to see.
SightsIglesia de Santo Domingo de GuzmánThis church is noted for its interior frescoes and murals and decorated ceiling.
SightsPlaza del AdelantadoThis square on the edge of the historic district is surrounded by several buildings, including Palacio de Nava and City Hall.
SightsMuseo de Historia y Antropología de TenerifeLocated in Casa Lercaro, this museum uses archaeological finds and folklore materials to show cultural changes in Tenerife.
Food and cafésEl Guachinche de ArgelioThis is a traditional Canarian restaurant in La Laguna, serving escaldón and grilled cheese with mojo sauce.
Reviews say El Guachinche de Argelio had customers waiting outside because it was full, so reserve in advance if you plan to eat there.
SightsTorre de la ConcepciónThis bell tower beside the Church of the Conception offers views over the city streets and surrounding mountains.
NeighborhoodsCentro histórico de San Cristóbal de La LagunaThis historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, retaining cobbled streets and colorful facades.
Teide National Park
About 1 hr 20 min each wayTime at destination About 7 hr
ActivitiesRoques de GarcíaThis is a 3.5 km loop trail in Teide National Park. The page lists a hiking time of 2 hours.
Several reviews say parking at Roques de García gets difficult from late morning, so if driving, arrive before 9:30 a.m.
ActivitiesTeleférico del TeideTake a cable car up to the high part of the volcano for crater and national-park views.
Buy tickets for the Teide cable car in advance to secure your boarding time.
Cruises calling at Santa Cruz de Tenerife
256 sailings are grouped into 152 cruises by ship and route.
Regent Seven Seas CruisesSailing 2026.11Mediterranean cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Colorful Canary Islands
Lisbon → Barcelona
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 10,699
MSC CruisesSailing 2026.12Atlantic cruises · 6 nights
Italy, Spain
Civitavecchia → Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 562
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Sailing 2026.12Atlantic cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Italy, Spain, Portugal
Civitavecchia → Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,037
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Sailing 2026.12Atlantic cruises · 10 nights · Mid-length cruise
Civitavecchia, Las Palmas de G.Canaria, Santa Cruz de La Palma, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto del Rosario, Funchal, Arrecife de Lanzarote
Civitavecchia → Arrecife, Lanzarote
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 969
MSC CruisesSailing 2026.12Atlantic cruises · 8 nights · Mid-length cruise
Italy, Spain, Portugal
Civitavecchia → Funchal, Madeira
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 855
MSC Cruises37 departure dates36 sailings available to book
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.03MSC Cruises14 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.03Atlantic cruises · 7 nights
Portugal, Spain
Funchal, Madeira departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 862
Princess Cruises4 departure dates3 sailings available to book
Sailing 2027.02 ~ 2028.10Northern Europe cruises · 36 nights · Long cruise
Northern Lights Grand Adventure
Buenos Aires → Southampton
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 4,002
Princess Cruises4 departure dates3 sailings available to book
Sailing 2027.02 ~ 2028.10South America cruises · 22 nights · Long cruise
South American Passage
Buenos Aires → Southampton
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,805
MSC CruisesBook now
Sailing 2027.02Atlantic cruises · 6 nights
Spain, Portugal
Arrecife, Lanzarote departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 838
Regent Seven Seas CruisesSailing 2027.02Africa cruises · 25 nights · Long cruise
West African Majesty
Lisbon → Cape Town
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 17,099
MSC CruisesBook now
Sailing 2027.02Atlantic cruises · 8 nights · Mid-length cruise
Spain, Portugal
Arrecife, Lanzarote departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,135
152 cruises call at this port.
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About Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a beautiful and scenic island which enjoys year-round sunshine and is dominated by Mount Teide. The mountain range runs through the centre of the island, with fertile valleys on the northern side. In the central part of the range is the gigantic natural crater of the Cañadas del Teide, about 14 miles in diameter. Santa Cruz, the island’s pretty capital, was originally a small fishing village but has now grown into a modern city, and also contains 16th-century civic buildings and ornate private mansions. Near the pier is the Santa Cruz Palmetum, a Botanical Garden covering an area of 29 acres, specialising in palms.
Cruise lines calling here: 7 places
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