{"id":4138,"date":"2026-06-10T10:43:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T10:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rentacar.canarias.com\/?p=4138"},"modified":"2026-09-07T13:43:35","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T13:43:35","slug":"day-trips-by-car-from-puerto-de-la-cruz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rentacar.canarias.com\/en\/blog\/day-trips-by-car-from-puerto-de-la-cruz\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Great Road Trips from Puerto de la Cruz"},"content":{"rendered":"

Puerto de la Cruz<\/strong> is an excellent base for exploring Tenerife by car. The Orotava Valley, Garachico, Icod, Anaga and Teide are all realistic day trips if you plan the route around the island\u2019s mountain roads rather than just kilometres on a map.<\/p>\n

1. La Orotava and the valley viewpoints<\/h2>\n

Start with La Orotava\u2019s historic streets, gardens and wooden balconies, then continue to viewpoints over the valley. It is an easy half-day route with plenty of places for a coffee or a slow walk.<\/p>\n

2. Icod de los Vinos and Garachico<\/h2>\n

Follow the north-west coast towards Icod and Garachico. Allow time for the old town, the volcanic coast and the natural pools when sea conditions allow. This is a scenic road rather than a fast one.<\/p>\n

3. Teide National Park<\/h2>\n

The drive from Puerto de la Cruz to Teide is a classic change of scenery: green slopes, pine forest and finally the volcanic caldera. Take layers, fuel up before climbing and check weather and road notices.<\/p>\n

4. The north coast at your own pace<\/h2>\n

Combine small coastal stops, viewpoints and short walks. The north rewards flexibility; clouds and light can change quickly, and a quiet village lunch is often more memorable than trying to tick every stop.<\/p>\n

5. La Laguna and Santa Cruz<\/h2>\n

For a city day, drive to UNESCO-listed La Laguna, then continue to Santa Cruz for museums, shops or the waterfront. Use a car park and explore the historic centres on foot.<\/p>\n

6. Anaga Rural Park<\/h2>\n

Anaga is spectacular but its roads are narrow and winding. Leave plenty of daylight, drive patiently and avoid packing too many stops into one day.<\/p>\n

7. The west coast and Los Gigantes<\/h2>\n

This is a longer outing, but the cliffs and coastal views make it worthwhile. Start early and plan the return before dark.<\/p>\n

Practical tips<\/h2>\n

Use a reliable navigation app, carry water, and allow more time than the map suggests. A hire car gives you the freedom to adapt the route to weather, traffic and the stops you enjoy most.<\/p>\n

Explore more Towns and Cities in Tenerife<\/a> guides.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Puerto de la Cruz is an excellent base for exploring Tenerife by car. 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