Los Cristianos
A seaside town converted from a southern fishing village, with a calm golden-sand bay good for families; it is also the ferry port to La Gomera and the departure point for whale-watching boats.
Los Cristianos was once a small fishing village in southern Arona. It is now a resort town connected to Playa de las Américas, but its atmosphere is quieter and it attracts more family visitors. The Playa de Los Cristianos in the town centre is a golden bay enclosed by a breakwater, with calm water suitable for children to paddle in. The Playa de Las Vistas to the east is wider and has parasols and showers. The port is the ferry terminal for Fred. Olsen and Naviera Armas to and from La Gomera (about 50 minutes). Many whale- and dolphin-watching boats depart from here, with trips lasting about 2 to 3 hours. The seaside promenade is lined with seafood restaurants, and there is a market on Sunday mornings. Transport: about 20 minutes from the south airport, and TITSA buses connect the whole island.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Playa de las Américas
- Siam Park
- Playa del Duque
- Barranco del Infierno
- Paisaje Lunar
- Roques de García
- Teide Cable Car
- Acantilados de Los Gigantes