San Cristóbal de La Laguna
A World Heritage old city: an undefended city laid out on a grid in the 16th century, which became a model for colonial town planning in the Americas.
La Laguna was founded in 1497 and inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1999. Its chessboard street layout became the prototype for Spanish colonial towns in the Americas. The old town is a large pedestrian zone preserving colonial-era colorful mansions, wooden balconies, the cathedral, the bell tower of the Concepción church and several monasteries. It is also a university town, with lively small bars. The light rail from Santa Cruz takes about 30 minutes. Most sights in the old town are free, while some bell towers and museums charge admission.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Anaga Rural Park
- Mercado de Nuestra Señora de África
- Palmetum of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Museo de la Naturaleza y Arqueología (MUNA)
- Auditorio de Tenerife
- Playa de Las Teresitas
- Basilica of Candelaria
- Playa de Benijo