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PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE
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24
Saturday
DISCOVER SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE TODAY WE INVITE YOU TO DISCOVER THE TOURIST ZONES: ZONA CENTRO AND ZONA RAMBLA Zona Centro: Most of the area of this district of the city is protected as a Historical Site, called Antiguo Santa Cruz because in this area you will find a very distinguished portion of its architectural heritage that represents the city's historical essence. By strolling through its streets we can contemplate examples of everything from native Canary Island architecture to works belonging to the eclecticism of the early 20th century.
PLACES OF INTEREST: PARKS AND SQUARES Plaza de La Candelaria, Plaza Weyler, Plaza del Chicharro, Parque García Sanabria, Plaza del Príncipe, Plaza de España, Plaza Ireneo González, Plaza de Los Patos, Parque Bulevar … EMBLEMATIC BUILDINGS (Town Hall) Ayuntamiento de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, (Island Government), Cabildo Insular de Tenerife, Palacio de Carta, Museo Municipal de Bellas Artes (Fine Arts), Círculo de Amistad XII de Enero, Sociedad Recreativa Casino de Tenerife, Teatro Guimerá, Biblioteca Municipal (library), La Recova (municipal market), Casa Elder, Círculo de Bellas Artes (fine arts gallery), Museo de la Naturaleza y el Hombre, Museo Histórico Militar de Canarias (Almeida, Military History Museum), Palacio de la Capitanía General (General Captaincy) of the Canary Islands, Templo Masónico (masonic temple), Interpretation Centre of the castle Castillo San Cristóbal … CHURCHES Iglesia de la Concepción and its surroundings, Iglesia de San Francisco de Asís, Iglesia del Pilar...
DID YOU KNOW THAT…? · Today Santa Cruz de Tenerife will be holding a celebration of culture, music, entertainment and food. · For 12 hours, from 10:00 to 00:00, more than 130 events will be held on 19 outdoor stages and in closed venues. · Twelve closed venues in the capital will host a total of 51 events for all ages, most of which are free. · Events will take place from the César Manrique Maritime Park to the Almeyda Museum and from Rambla de Santa Cruz to Plaza de España. · For further information, visit www.pleniluniosantacruz.es
ZONA RAMBLA In this zone we can appreciate the great urban development the city underwent from the late nineteenth to the early twentieth century as a result of the socioeconomic climate of the time.
PLACES OF INTEREST: RAMBLA DE SANTA CRUZ With its central tree-lined promenade, this is the largest avenue in the Canary Islands. Along the Rambla you can see many of the sculptures from the First International Street Sculpture Exhibition.
Park Parque García Sanabria, Interpretation Centre of the First and Second International Street Sculpture Exhibitions (Paraue García Sanabria), Historical Complex Barrio de Los Hoteles, the square Plaza 25 de julio, the church Iglesia de San Jorge, Almeyda Military History Museum of the Canary Islands, the art room Los Lavaderos…
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, A SHOPPING EXPERIENCE! TODAY WE INVITE YOU TO DISCOVER THE FOLLOWING ROUTES: DELUXE, FASHION AND RAMBLA SHOPPING ROUTES LUXURY ROUTE: Calle Pérez Galdós, calle Suárez Guerra, calle El Pilar, centro Comercial Bulevar, calle La Rosa and nearby streets. Enjoy shopping in the most exclusive area, where you can find all kinds of stores offering clothing, accessories, footwear, jewellery, watches, perfumes... This route contains a great number of boutiques showcasing leading brands, with exquisite service and a wide range of unique designs. FASHION ROUTE: In the heart of the city you will find Calle Castillo and the nearby streets, a traditional shopping area with all kinds of international franchises and fashion retail chains. The route follows this street, which begins in Plaza de Candelaria and ends at Plaza Weyler. RAMBLA SHOPPING ROUTE: Route that takes in the city’s two ramblas (boulevards), where you will find a wide range of businesses to suit all tastes: clothing, footwear, houseware, jewellery, or bars and restaurants. The route goes from Plaza Weyler to Rambla de Santa Cruz and runs the length of Rambla de Pulido and includes nearby streets. And as you stroll along the Rambla de Santa Cruz you can enjoy a great open air sculpture exhibition, making your shopping trip an enjoyable cultural outing. You can reach the route on foot from Plaza Weyler, by tram or on the Tour Bus.
FOOD TO COINCIDE WITH THE CELEBRATION OF THE EVENT PLENILUNIO SANTA CRUZ, TODAY WE RECOMMEND VISITING: Parque García Sanabria: Gourmet Carrousel, with 12 tented restaurants and 4 food trucks. Bartending exhibition at Plaza San Francisco from 16:00 to 00:00 hours with the three-time champions of the Canary Islands. GASTROMARKET “Dorada Especial: Food Market” from 12.00 to 00.00h., in Alameda del Duque Santa Elena. CANARY ISLAND WINE FESTIVAL: consists of stands where from 8 p.m. to 12 p.m. you can sample wines from the grape growing regions of Tenerife and “tapas” with musical accompaniment in Calle La Noria. Special promotion of typical Canarian products at the Market Nuestra Señora de África. From 12.00 to 00.00h.
TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICES
USEFUL INFORMATION
TOURIST INFORMATION POINT CALLE CASTILLO
CITY SIGHTSEEING BUS TOUR
C/ Castillo, intersection with C/ Cruz Verde TIMETABLE Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00. Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 to14:00. PHONE (0034) 607 830 068
The Santa Cruz sightseeing bus follows a route that takes approximately one hour, with thirteen stops that take in the city’s main sights. The ticket is valid for 24 hours, during which time you can get on and off the bus as many times as you want. Inside the bus we will provide you with headphones to listen to the audio guide, which is available in 7 languages (Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Russian) with a version for children also available. The ticket price also includes guided tours, entry to the major attractions of the city, and other promotions.
TRANSPORT EXCHANGE TOURIST INFORMATION POINT Intercity bus arrivals area (2nd floor of transport exchange) TIMETABLE Monday to Friday from 9:00 to17:00. Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 to 14:00. PHONE (0034) 607 830 104 FOR THE SEATRADE CRUISE MED WE HAVE SET UP A NUMBER OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION POINTS.
RECINTO FERIAL according to de timetable for Seatrade Cruise Med. IBEROSTAR GRAND HOTEL MENCEY HOTEL SILKEN ATLÁNTIDA SANTA CRUZ HOTEL BARCELÓ SANTA CRUZ CONTEMPORÁNEO HOTEL TABURIENTE HOTEL ESCUELA SANTA CRUZ HOTEL NH TENERIFE TIMETABLE
MARTES 20, MIÉRCOLES 21 Y VIERNES 23 De 09:00 a 13.00 horas y de
16:00 a 20:00 horas. JUEVES 22: De 09:00 a 13:00 horas y de 16.00 a 18:00 horas. Sábado de 09:00 a 13:00 horas
WALKING TOURS The city tourist information service organises various walking tours to several areas of interest in the city, including the old town or the García Sanabria Park. If you require additional information please contact any tourist information point in the city.
OTHER TOURIST ACTIVITIES IN THE CITY: E-CARS Rental of electric vehicles, with or without a guide. The car is provided with a tablet that gives practical information on the city and proposes various tourist routes. Address: Edificio Puerto Ciudad, ground floor, office 4C Phone: (0034) 922 108 050. For further information visit www.ecarsrentacar.com NÁUTICA NIVARIA Boat trips along the coast of Santa Cruz. See the cliffs of the Anaga Mountains from the sea, or swim in the secluded black sand coves for an unforgettable experience. For further information visit www.nauticanivaria.com
