Information.

Before travelling

Weather.

Where to find us.

How to get here.

Getting to Santiago del Teide is easy, wherever you are. The island has good air connections, and our municipality is well-connected by road.

Airports

TENERIFE SOUTH AIRPORT (TFS)

Address: Aeropuerto Reina Sofía, 38610, Granadilla de Abona.

It is the closest to our municipality, and the one that connects to most of the international flights. From here, you can reach Santiago de Teide by road in approximately 40 minutes.

 

TENERIFE NORTH AIRPORT (TNF)

Address: Los Rodeos s/n, 38297, San Cristóbal de La Laguna.

Located in the north of the island, with national flights and connections to the mainland and other islands. The journey to Santiago del Teide takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by car.

Sea Ports

PORT OF LOS CRISTIANOS

Address: Muelle de Pescadores, Puerto de Los Cristianos, 38660, Arona.

With regular connections to La Gomera, El Hierro, and La Palma, it is located about 30 minutes by car from Santiago del Teide.

 

PORT OF SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE

Address: Avenida Francisco De La Roche 47, 38001, Santa Cruz De Tenerife.

In the north of the island, it concentrates cruise traffic and connects mainly with Gran Canaria and the Iberian Peninsula.

If you are visiting from outside the EU.

If you are coming from a country outside the European Union, there are some practical things to bear in mind to make your journey even more comfortable:

Documentation

Make sure you have a valid passport and check whether you need a visa to enter Spain.

Health Insurance

It is highly recommended to travel with health insurance to cover any unforeseen events during your stay.

Mobile Connections

Depending on your operator, roaming charges may apply. Check conditions before you travel or consider purchasing a local SIM card.

Electrical Adapters

In Spain, type C and F plugs are used, with a voltage of 230V. If your devices have different plugs, it’s a good idea to bring an adapter. In many accommodations there are usually some available, but it is always a good idea to come prepared.

Health and Safety.

Health Care Centers

HEALTH CENTRE OF SANTIAGO DEL TEIDE.

Address: Calle Catalina Lorenzo Cáceres y Cerón, n° 1, Santiago del Teide.

Phone: +34 922 86 40 59 

HEALTH CENTRE TAMAIMO.

Address: Avenida coronel Gorrín, Tamaimo.

Phone: +34 922 86 37 10.

HEALTH CENTRE PUERTO DE SANTIAGO.

Address: Calle Herrador 18, Santiago del Teide.

Phone: +34 922 92 31 64.

Hospitals

NUESTRA SEÑORA DE LA CANDELARIA UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.

Address: Carretera General del Rosario 145, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

CANARY ISLANDS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.

Address: Carretera Ofra S/N, San Cristóbal de La Laguna.

SOUTHERN HOSPITAL.

Address: Calle Delta 9, Arona.

NORTHERN HOSPITAL.

Address: Calle la Pardela S/N, Buen Paso, Icod de Los Vinos.

Pharmacies

 PHARMACY PLAYA LA ARENA.

Address: Calle Manuel Ravelo, 1, Playa de La Arena.

Phone: +34 922 861 732.

PHARMACY SANTIAGO DEL TEIDE.

Address: Avenida de La Iglesia, 19, Santiago del Teide.

Phone: +34 922 863 710. 

PHARMACY LOS GIGANTES.

Address: Calle Flor de Pascua, 4, Edificio Concanasa, local 14, Los Gigantes.

Phone: +34 922 861 612.

PHARMACY ORTHOPEDIC TAMAIMO.

Address: Avenida Coronel Gorrín, nº 30, Tamaimo.

Phone: +34 922 863 450.

PHARMACY PUERTO DE SANTIAGO.

Address: Avenida V Centenario, nº 46, Puerto de Santiago.

Phone: +34 922 860 579. 

Emergencies

Emergency phone: 112.

Local Police

Address: Carretera a Puerto de Santiago a Alcalá, 2 Carretera, TF-47. Cp: 38683, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Phone: +34 922 86 70 73.

How to move around.

Public transport

Getting around the municipality is easy. The TITSA transport company offers a comprehensive network of buses throughout the island.

To use the bus service, you can pay the driver in cash or download the Ten+ Móvil app, where you can see the routes, stops, and timetables in real time.

For more information, click here (https://www.titsa.com/)

Taxis

Phone: +34 922 861 627
Web: taxilosgigantes.com

Car Rental

If you prefer to move around freely, renting a car is a good option. You will find car hire offices in the centre of Puerto de Santiago, as well as at the airports and seaports.

Accessibility.

In Santiago del Teide, we are committed to inclusive tourism, and we work to ensure that everyone can enjoy the destination in comfort and autonomy.

We have accessible public spaces, such as adapted promenades, beaches, squares, and viewpoints, as well as inclusive public transport: adapted buses and accessible taxis, available by reservation.

Our tourist information offices and many accommodations and restaurants in the municipality are adapted to guarantee a barrier-free experience.

Currencies and Payments.

The official currency in Santiago del Teide, as in the rest of Spain, is the euro (€).  Most shops, restaurants, and accommodations accept credit and debit cards without any problem. It is also common to make payments via contactless and mobile devices.

You will find ATMs in the main urban centres of the municipality, as well as banks and bureaux de change in nearby areas.

It is not necessary to carry large amounts of cash, although it may be useful to have on hand for small shops or traditional markets.