Roque de los Muchachos
The highest point on the island (2,426 m). Standing on the crater rim, you look down on the sea of clouds and the Caldera de Taburiente, with observatories right beside you.
Roque de los Muchachos sits on the northern rim of the Caldera de Taburiente. Near the summit, a cluster of black rock pillars has a short trail and viewing platform overlooking the entire caldera. On clear days you can see Mount Teide on Tenerife and La Gomera; at sunset, the sea of clouds rolls in dramatically. It's about 1.5 hours by car from Santa Cruz. The mountain roads have many bends, and at high altitude it's cold and windy, so bring a jacket even in summer. The nearby Los Andenes viewpoint is also worth a stop. Entry is free.
Opening hours
Open all day (night lighting restricted to protect stargazing)
Nearby sights
- Roque de los Muchachos Observatory
- Caldera de Taburiente National Park
- Cascada de Colores
- La Zarza Cultural Park
- La Cumbrecita
- Las Buracas
- Los Tilos Laurel Forest
- Los Llanos de Aridane