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Playa de las Teresitas
Best time to visit
Arrive before 10:30 AM on weekdays to claim a prime spot on the sand. Weekends draw big crowds from Santa Cruz, especially during summer months.
Budget tips
Entry is completely free, and parking along the access road costs around 2 euros per day. Bring your own food and drinks since beachside restaurants charge premium prices for basic snacks.
Recommended for
Families with young children, Couples seeking a relaxing beach day, Photographers craving golden sand and mountain backdrops, Swimmers wanting calm, wave-free water
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Quick facts: Over 1,500 tons of golden sand from the Sahara Desert were shipped here in the 1970s to create this beach. A massive 1,300-meter-long breakwater protects the shoreline, keeping the water calm and swimmable year-round.
Highlights: Unlike Tenerife's dark volcanic sand beaches, this one glows with imported Sahara sand that shimmers golden under the sun. Local fishermen still launch their wooden boats from the far end of the cove, a tradition that's remained unchanged despite the beach's transformation.
Practical info
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