faq.subtitle Tenerife
Tenerife is part of Spain and the Schengen Area. EU citizens need only an ID card. Citizens from visa-exempt countries can stay 90 days. Others need a Schengen visa
Tenerife is one of the safest destinations in Spain. Violent crime is rare. Watch for pickpockets in crowded tourist areas like Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos
Tenerife is great year-round thanks to eternal spring weather. May-October is ideal for beach at 24-29C. November-April is cooler (21-23C) but perfect for hiking
Tenerife has two airports: Tenerife South (TFS) for international flights and Tenerife North (TFN) for domestic. 48 airlines operate from TFS with flights to 123 destinations
South (Costa Adeje, Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos) for beaches and nightlife. North (Puerto de la Cruz) for nature and local vibe. Santa Cruz for city and culture. Los Gigantes for dramatic scenery
Uber is partially available in some southern areas. Better alternatives: official white taxis (with meter), Free Now app, or SIXT Ride. Don't use unofficial taxis
Mount Teide (Spain's highest peak), Teide National Park, Playa de Las Teresitas beach, Masca village, Los Gigantes cliffs, Siam Park water park, whale and dolphin watching
Нет, карты МИР не работают на Тенерифе и в Испании из-за санкций ЕС. Берите наличные евро или карты UnionPay. Виртуальные карты (оформляются онлайн за 30 минут) работают через Apple Pay/Google Pay и пополняются через СБП
Прямых рейсов из России нет. Популярные маршруты: через Стамбул и Мадрид (~700 EUR), через Белград или Дубай. Из восточной России дешевле через Казахстан (Алматы/Астана → Стамбул → Мадрид, ~800 EUR туда-обратно). Время в пути 10-15 часов с пересадками
Visa и Mastercard российских банков не работают. Варианты: карты UnionPay (ограниченно), виртуальные карты иностранных банков, карты банков Казахстана или Армении, наличные евро. Рекомендуется везти основную сумму наличными
Да, нужна шенгенская виза. Тенерифе — часть Испании и Шенгенской зоны. Можно получить шенген в консульстве Испании или через визовые центры VFS Global. Также подходит действующий шенген любой страны
Useful tips for visiting Tenerife
Get Ten+ card for buses — saves 30-50% on fares. Available at stations and Lycramobile shop at airport
Book Mount Teide cable car tickets online in advance — slots fill up fast especially in peak season
Use only official white taxis with council logo. Refuse private cars pretending to be taxis
South is sunnier and warmer than north due to Mount Teide. Choose south for beaches, north for nature
Beware of timeshare offers. If someone offers you a scratch card, ignore it — it's a common scam
Try Menu del Dia at local restaurants — 3-course meal with drink for just 10-15 EUR
When hiking at Teide or Anaga, stick to marked trails and bring water and proper shoes. Weather changes fast at altitude
Shop at Mercadona, Lidl or HiperDino for best prices. Avoid El Corte Ingles for daily shopping
Don't leave valuables visible in rental car — car break-ins happen at tourist attraction parking lots
Most restaurants don't allow adding tips when paying by card. Keep some cash for tips
Карты МИР и российские Visa/Mastercard не работают. Везите евро наличными или оформите карту в Казахстане/Армении заранее
Прямых рейсов из России нет. Самые удобные пересадки: Стамбул (Turkish Airlines, Pegasus), Белград (Air Serbia), Дубай. Проверяйте Aviasales и Skyscanner
Average temperature by month
location.transport.subtitle
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.bus | 1.35 € ~1.6 $ | Ten+ Movil | With Ten+ card 1.35 per trip (30-50% savings). Cash fare 1.20-9.70 depending on route. Ten+ card costs 2 EUR. Day pass 10, week pass 50 |
location.transport.tram | 1.35 € ~1.6 $ | Ten+ Movil | Tenerife tram: 1.35 by card, 1.10 via ten+movil app. Route Santa Cruz — La Laguna. Integrated with TITSA buses |
location.transport.taxi | 3.85 € ~4.4 $ | — | Day (Mon-Sat 06-22): min 3.85, 1.35/km. Night/weekend: min 4.25, 1.55/km. South Airport +8.50, North +6.50. Waiting 18.50/h |
location.transport.ferry | 32.78 € ~37.8 $ | — | Fred Olsen: Agaete (Gran Canaria) to Santa Cruz from 32.78 (1h 20min). Naviera Armas: Las Palmas to Santa Cruz from 54.00. Residents get up to 75% discount |
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Hotels and rental prices
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
location.payment.subtitle
Cards widely accepted. Cash useful for local markets and small vendors
Euro (EUR). No exchange needed for Eurozone citizens. ATMs everywhere
Tipping not expected but appreciated. 5-10% in restaurants for good service