Las Canteras Beach

Las Canteras is a natural space right in the heart of the city, full of life both in the water and on the sand, as well as along the pedestrian promenade that runs alongside its three kilometres in length. It is considered one of the best urban beaches in Europe and has received several national and international awards, including the Q for Tourism Quality.

The beach stretches from the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, in the neighbourhood of Guanarteme, to La Puntilla, in La Isleta. Along its length, several distinct areas can be found, each with its own character: La Cícer, a surfers’ paradise; Peña la Vieja; Playa Chica and Muro Marrero, the most family-friendly area; Playa Grande, the most popular with visitors; and La Puntilla, the last stronghold of traditional fishermen. At both ends of the beach there are sports areas and children’s playgrounds.

Its calm waters are due to La Barra, a limestone reef more than 100,000 years old that runs parallel to more than half of the beach and acts as a natural breakwater. It is home to a unique ecosystem, with different habitats and a rich variety of endemic marine flora and fauna.

Las Canteras Beach can be enjoyed from Monday to Sunday, at any time of day or night. A beach for swimming, walking along the sand or the promenade, practising sports, enjoying time with children, and stopping for an ice cream or sitting down at one of the many restaurants and leisure venues that line the promenade, offering a wide-ranging gastronomy from sunrise until well after sunset.

From this point, on most days it is possible to see the neighbouring island of Tenerife and the peak of Mount Teide.

Services:
Lifeguard and surveillance service · Accessible toilets · Assisted bathing · Accessible route for people with reduced mobility · Tourist information · Sports areas · Sun loungers.