In Puerto de la Cruz, on the island of Tenerife, Playa del Muelle is a small, black pebble beach bordered by the historic fishing port. It invites you to take a short break, with a view of the boats, to recharge your batteries after a day of sightseeing in the city.
Here are some useful tips for planning your visit to Playa del Muelle in Puerto de la Cruz.
This opinion is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.
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Is Playa del Muelle worth it?
Yes, it’s a charming little beach well worth a visit. It stands out from other beaches for its authentic atmosphere, both urban and maritime. We appreciated the proximity of the old port and its activity, as well as the view of the Casa de la Aduana, which houses theTourist Office and the Eduardo Westerdahl Museum of Contemporary Art. Find out morehere.
This is one of our favorite beaches in Puerto de la Cruz (article to come), for its picturesque setting.
Beach type: sandy, supervised…
Sand or no sand?
Playa del Muelle is made up of small black volcanic pebbles, typical of Tenerife’s beaches. In the water, we also saw dark rocks that make swimming tricky, especially for young children.
Swimming conditions and supervision
We couldn’t find any verified information about beach surveillance. However, there is an access ramp and swimming is not prohibited.
Installations
We didn’t see any showers or toilets on the beach.
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Access to Playa del Muelle in Puerto de la Cruz
Where to find the beach
- In the town of Puerto de la Cruz
- Close to the old town and theTourist Office (Casa de la Aduana)
A map of Puerto de la Cruz beaches will soon be available.
Access by car and parking
- The beach is right in the center of town.
- Just a few minutes’ walk away, the Explanada del Muelle parking lot is free and open 24 hours a day.
OUR TIPS TO RENT A CAR IN Tenerife
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- If you’re planning to explore the mountains, don ‘t take the smallest cars. A more powerful engine will be more comfortable.
- But don’t take too big a car either, as some roads are narrow.
- There’s a lot of demand and it’s an island, so book early.
Access from Puerto de la Cruz
Playa del Muelle is right in the heart of the city. It’s best to get there on foot.
Why not take the opportunity to take a walking tour of the old town with a guide who will show you Puerto de la Cruz and its history.
Public transport access
The nearest bus stop is Plaza del Charco, a 2-minute walk away. Find out more here.
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Useful information
Dog
We didn’t see any signs indicating that dogs were not allowed on the beach.
Reduced mobility access
There’s a sloping ramp to get closer to the water and allow access for people with reduced mobility. Find out more here.
With children
The beach is not ideal for a visit with children: pebbles and rocks don’t seem to offer the best conditions.
Naturism
The beach is in the center of town, so naturism is not possible on this beach.
Eating out
The beach is right in the middle of town, with plenty of restaurants all around.
Our article on the best restaurants in Puerto de la Cruz will be available soon.
Hotels
You’re right in the center of Puerto de la Cruz. See our selection of the best hotels in the city.
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Our independent picks for the accommodation of your dreams:
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- Our favorite: Hotel Corales Beach
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