{"id":4087,"date":"2024-09-17T15:40:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T15:40:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/tour-de-la-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-visite-photos\/"},"modified":"2025-02-22T17:31:06","modified_gmt":"2025-02-22T17:31:06","slug":"tower-la-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/tower-la-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Tower de la Concepci\u00f3n (La Laguna, Tenerife): visit + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planning to spend a few days in <strong>San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna<\/strong> on the<strong>island of Tenerife<\/strong>? We recommend climbing to the top of the <strong>Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n<\/strong>. Right next to the church of the same name, this bell tower is emblematic of the town. Declared a <strong>Site of Cultural Interest<\/strong> in 2012, it offers <strong>breathtaking views<\/strong> of the city&#8217;s <strong>narrow streets<\/strong> and surrounding <strong>mountains<\/strong>. On a good day, you can see as far as the neighboring island of <strong>Gran Canaria<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, you&#8217;ll find some <strong>useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit and have a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/visiter-torre-conception-la-laguna-tenerife-3.jpg\" alt=\"Visit the Torre de la Concepcion in San Cristobal de La Laguna, Tenerife\" class=\"wp-image-4017\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"padding-left:5%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"titre_box_manuscrit wp-block-paragraph\">Content<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_visit_the_Torre_de_la_Concepcion\"><\/span>Why visit the Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the tower worth it? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, absolutely, the Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n in <strong>San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna<\/strong> is well worth a visit. There are several reasons for this:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It&#8217;s an <strong>emblematic monument <\/strong>of La Laguna, a<strong>UNESCO<\/strong> World Heritage Site, and of the island of Tenerife. Built in the <strong>17th century<\/strong>, the tower is a precious testimony to colonial history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>panoramic view<\/strong> from the top of the tower is breathtaking. We admired the colorful streets, the bell towers of other churches, the surrounding mountains and even the blue contours of Gran Canaria Island.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A visit to the tower also provides an insight into the<strong>history<\/strong> of San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna, a city that influenced<strong>colonial urban planning<\/strong> in Latin America.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n is a <strong>must-see<\/strong> for anyone wishing to discover Tenerife&#8217;s culture and heritage.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-HgDhhRZ\/0\/LvKdZVdsxQNZjGLBMbtXFphfvVwz4BHKHm9kjbNrx\/L\/top-detail-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Torre de la Concepci&#xF3;n in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna&#10;\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is the Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n famous?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tower is of great <strong>historical value<\/strong>. Built in the <strong>17th century<\/strong>, it is part of the<strong>Church of La Concepci\u00f3n<\/strong>, one of the first to be erected in Tenerife after the Spanish conquest. It is emblematic of the city of San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna, a<strong>UNESCO<\/strong> World Heritage Site. The tower is its <strong>historic and spiritual heart<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>spectacular views<\/strong> from the top of the tower appeal to all visitors, and we were one of them. From its top floors, we could contemplate the <strong>roofs of La Laguna<\/strong> and the <strong>surrounding landscape<\/strong>. It&#8217;s probably the best place to find your way around the city.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-5BCdw8t\/0\/NjLh48zJwWskMjhNqCcsDmSrfRswk29QnmpH2MmnB\/L\/view-top-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"View from the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our favorite moments<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We visited the tower in the middle of the afternoon on a cloudy December day. We were nevertheless able to enjoy:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The impressive mass of the tower<\/strong>, its dark walls rising like a campanile at the end of the Plaza de la Concepci\u00f3n. It immediately catches the eye and imposes a kind of respect, an injunction to meditate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The oriel window on the second floor<\/strong> at the rear of the tower, above the entrance courtyard, is a glazed overhang typical of Canary architecture. It&#8217;s that little something extra that adds an extra touch of charm to the building.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Salle des Cloches<\/strong> on the 5th level of the tower, with its 360\u00b0 view of the surrounding landscape. The presence of these imposing bronze &#8220;ladies&#8221; is in itself a spiritual experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-tpzsVVf\/0\/LHBmKTjXKpLN2NjhF7P8HtNntTRvxKpF3pgHQ4bMd\/L\/downstairs-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"La Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Tenerife<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-tenerife-best-areas\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5908\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Tenerife<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Our favorite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/royal-hideaway-corales-beach-adults-only.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hotel Corales Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Select by hotel type:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-tenerife-5-star-reviews\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5909\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5-star hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5910\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-boutique-hotels-tenerife-charm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best boutique-hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-family-hotels-tenerife-kids-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels for families<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-beachfront-hotels-tenerife-seaside\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Seaside<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-adults-only-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best adults-only hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-all-inclusive-hotels-tenerife\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"8351\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best all-inclusive hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-hotel-tenerife-4-star-reviews\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9661\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 4-Star Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Select by city:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-costa-adeje-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4063\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Costa Adeje<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-puerto-de-la-cruz-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Puerto de La Cruz<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-los-gigantes-tenerife-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Los Gigantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-santa-cruz-tenerife-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Santa Cruz<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-san-cristobal-la-laguna-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Laguna<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/ou-dormir-a-playa-de-las-americas-15-meilleurs-hotels-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Playa de las Americas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-los-cristianos-tenerife-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\">Best hotels in Los Cristianos<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/Costa-Adeje\/H%C3%B4tels-Costa-Adeje\/Royal-Hideaway-Corales-resort\/i-ZsV2WxR\/0\/MSJTcCCRPZ3CwqHnkBwJgZVqLZqGD5NwHNP59BBr6\/L\/pool%20corales%20royal%20hideaway%20hotel%20costa%20adeje%20tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"hotel pool Royal hideway Corales\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">History in brief<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During our visit, we learned that the present tower was built at the <strong>end of the 17th<\/strong> <strong>century<\/strong>, replacing an earlier one that had not withstood a severe storm. The earlier tower was lower, with a tiled roof, as in <strong>Andalucia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new tower was moved slightly so as not to use the existing foundations, which were deemed defective. It was built in two stages and crowned with an <strong>octagonal top<\/strong>. It is 28m high. Tuscan in style, it closely resembles the bell tower of <strong>Turin Cathedral<\/strong> in Italy.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-SgvHwQb\/0\/NHb5dKFPZqJgcSBc3JLm5WvKGjwb3RnkWxXwVPG4W\/L\/general-view-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Access_Torre_de_la_Concepcion_San_Cristobal_de_La_Laguna\"><\/span>Access: Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n, San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the tower?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n is located at Plaza de la Concepci\u00f3n, 38201 La Laguna, Tenerife.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The tower is located in the <strong>historic heart of<\/strong> San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It adjoins the<strong>Church of La Concepci\u00f3n<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Santa Cruz de Tenerife: 15min drive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">OUR TIPS TO RENT A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Tenerife<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain-canary-islands\/tenerife?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re planning to explore the mountains, don <strong>&#8216;t<\/strong> take <strong>the smallest cars<\/strong>. A more powerful engine will be more comfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>But don&#8217;t take too big a car either, as some roads are narrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s a lot of demand and it&#8217;s an island, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large voiture_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/Driving\/i-D3dJ4xj\/1\/e6e34cdd\/L\/tenerife-rental-car-driving-L.jpg\" alt=\"driving in tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/spain-canary-islands\/tenerife?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See available cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-tenerife-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read our tips<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To get to the Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n in San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna, you have several options:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>By car: we recommend that you leave your car in one of the city&#8217;s free parking lots and visit the historic center on foot. Find all our practical tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/canariaslovers.com\/comment-louer-voiture-tenerife-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">renting a car in Tenerife<\/a>. They are based on our experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By bus: There is a bus network in San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna, but you&#8217;ll be more limited in terms of timetables and travel options. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.titsa.com\/index.php\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By streetcar: two lines connect the island&#8217;s main points of interest between Santa Cruz and La Laguna. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/metrotenerife.com\/en\/routes-and-timetables\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-j8RmNN9\/0\/MkxnC9HCXnzHSnsqFNZfQWR5JgnQ2WBD89F3bdPNz\/L\/entrance-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Entrance to the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We had left our car at the <strong>Parking Aparcamiento Adelantado<\/strong>, a 10-minute walk from the Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n. It&#8217;s free and open 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/La-Laguna-Pratique\/i-KtGW8w4\/0\/KqMpgHpFgRcJk5dzDjg73GfBDvX7XFTn9pG2LFJSm\/L\/parking-adelantado-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Parking Aparcamiento Adelantado in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parking Aparcamiento Adelantado<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" 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In high season, it&#8217;s probably best to plan an <strong>early-morning<\/strong> climb.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Town\/i-LTvKsHk\/0\/KvJdpFPpSFnG999ppBDWsgm8238zh4ksr26483gr9\/L\/san-cristobal-la-laguna-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Length of visit and main difficulties<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow <strong>15-20 minutes<\/strong> for your visit.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We counted <strong>around 100 steps<\/strong>, some of them quite high. Unfortunately, the configuration of the site does not make the visit possible for people with reduced mobility. And this despite the fact that San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna was voted Europe&#8217;s most accessible city and received the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fondshs.fr\/actualites\/accessibilite\/access-city-award-2024-san-cristobal-de-la-laguna-ville-plus-accessible-europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Access City Award 2024<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-wL5BrTj\/0\/MgJn2smr6QqJRVk5fV3dfKmpG8NZ77c6DSk34Nhxq\/L\/map-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Plan of the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advice on how to visit<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s only one way to visit: up, then down.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, there are restrictions:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The tower can accommodate no more than<strong> 39 people<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only <strong>7 people per level<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And <strong>4 people<\/strong> at the same time on the top floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-g9MzkxF\/0\/Nd8RVbxnSDgMBgfXPDVZwtxqDX4dRscmFhpkjVgvt\/L\/infos-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tour instructions for the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/ebook-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/inpost-Tenerife-Lovers-EN.jpg\" alt=\"inpost Tenerife Lovers FR\" class=\"wp-image-10744\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tower is accessible to children. Nevertheless, it is 28m high and we counted around 100 steps. It&#8217;s best to make sure that children can climb to the top and are not afraid of heights. Be careful: the staircases are <strong>louvred<\/strong>, and once at the top, the bell tower is open to the four winds.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-Sv46Vjm\/0\/KFG54TwBdMs5TqhxrJk5wtDS3zGJNVHdXX4SnPjN8\/L\/wooden-stairs-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden staircase in the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedules and rates<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We paid <strong>2 euros<\/strong> for a visit to the tower, combined with a visit to one of the city&#8217;s other monuments: <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-church-concepcion-san-cristobal-la-laguna-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nuestra Se\u00f1ora de la Concepci\u00f3n Church<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-church-concepcion-san-cristobal-la-laguna-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santo Domingo de Guzman Church<\/a> or Casa Salazar Obispado.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n is open:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mondays from 10:00 to 14:00<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 5pm.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For further details, contact the<strong>La Laguna Tourist Office<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/turismo.aytolalaguna.es\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a> or by telephone on (34) 922 25 86 40.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-FmqDkJR\/0\/M6GHsRSD9KD29fJGR5ZPLNGBL3NSrPPqGwgp5LtHN\/L\/oriel-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Catering<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our article on the best restaurants in San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna will be available soon.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_imposing_exterior_not_to_be_missed\"><\/span>An imposing exterior not to be missed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arriving at the foot of the tower, we were struck by its imposing dark silhouette. It reminded us of Italian campaniles.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A building in the heart of the historic center<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tower occupies a central position. Its strategic location makes it a unique <strong>landmark<\/strong> and a <strong>symbol of<\/strong> the city. Located at the end of the northern flank of the Nuestra Se\u00f1rora de la Concepci\u00f3n church, it closes the perspective of several streets and dominates the <strong>urban landscape<\/strong>. We noticed that it was visible from almost everywhere in the old town.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-6jhHP2K\/0\/K4HJbkDBmd8FB75ZJXxBbrQK9tHgTQfPcqNsRhbtC\/L\/general-view-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dark volcanic stones<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bell tower was built using local volcanic stone, like that found in most <strong>colonial buildings<\/strong> in the Canary Islands. We liked their dark color, which contrasts with the colorful facades of the surrounding buildings. What&#8217;s more, they have a <strong>rough texture<\/strong> that reinforces the tower&#8217;s raw, imposing and austere appearance.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-sBDtvKw\/0\/MqVrxXR8zhCRm95JNRtnvDGLZfr9bbwX4CBLL5MrG\/L\/downstairs-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"The Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Climb_the_stairs_to_the_top\"><\/span>Climb the stairs to the top<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once inside, we began our ascent up the 28-meter tower to the top of the bell tower.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A traditional wooden structure<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the first steps to the second floor are made of <strong>stone<\/strong>, the rest of the tower&#8217;s staircase is made of <strong>wood<\/strong>. It has recently been restored. We loved the mix of wood and rough volcanic stone on each floor, typical of colonial buildings in the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-zbmH37j\/0\/Kj6kB6bPNQrWrXVqmt8CRm3NjV2tn5ZRwv2TxcjGx\/L\/floor2-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Second floor of the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The floor is initially made of gray stone, then lightened to a wide strip wood parquet floor that adds warmth to the tower&#8217;s bare d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-V8Bfs32\/0\/LwGGtqbJLpxg4PbN79sPMM4MHQhHrnFsm8G4kwNNS\/L\/upper-floor-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Top floor of the Tour de la Concepci&#xF3;n in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Five floors up to the Salle des Cloches<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The staircase changes shape and structure to reach the top levels. We reached it via a <strong>spiral<\/strong> staircase. The steps are made of wood and rest on a metal support.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-LMcBRcJ\/0\/Kj6kxZjSvZmFzn5KwgbgmZVkHs3c84m5cxS75Vw6n\/L\/upper-stairs-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Spiral staircase in the Torre de la Concepci&#xF3;n in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Access to the fifth-floor Salle des Cloches is extremely narrow. It is also protected by a <strong>glass cage<\/strong> that lets light through and prevents it from falling.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-664Wrxr\/0\/MhwCd6XJsQcDPfk2jPH6WssCnhxmcXhGzWZjhQdTV\/L\/upper-staircase-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Staircase in the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can continue up to the sixth level, the <strong>octagonal top of<\/strong> the tower, via the same spiral staircase. We were content to admire the view from the fifth floor.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_carillon_at_the_heart_of_the_tower\"><\/span>A carillon at the heart of the tower<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apart from the splendid view, it was the metallic mass of the bronze bells that impressed us most. They are strategically arranged to mark time and important events.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A set of 6 historic bells<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While we noticed bells on the ground as we climbed the steps, we counted six bells in the bell tower. Each has a specific size and tone, and also a story to tell.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-ccS7q8X\/0\/NDtgzkm3vJGBszWbQrZth4NxgHV4KNLVwSPfPVncr\/L\/bells-room-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Bells in the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two largest bells date from 1930. The smaller, older one dates from 1730. Two of the tower&#8217;s other bells are even older: 1724 and 1666. Another is more recent, dating back to 1976.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-CvfBX79\/0\/KF4Ks58R6nXKKt645bbpTF9p8JqhDS4TTwNZFtGcN\/L\/bell-view-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Small bell in the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sacred acoustics<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The carillon of the Torre de la Concepci\u00f3n contributes to the city&#8217;s sound atmosphere. It plays an important role in daily life and religious celebrations. Its tinkling is an integral part of the city&#8217;s soundscape.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-PhwPW3g\/0\/LMTqbKvF7MrmR89gTNTxKg3BNJx74qsGhLb22ZfTx\/L\/bell-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Large bell in the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_unforgettable_panoramic_view\"><\/span>An unforgettable panoramic view<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But beyond the bells, what struck us most was the view of San Crist\u00f3bal de La Laguna and the surrounding countryside.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">360\u00b0 view of the surrounding area<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The view from the top of the tower is exceptional. You can admire the <strong>rectilinear layout of the streets<\/strong> and the <strong>construction of the roofs<\/strong> in the historic center, as well as the surrounding <strong>hills<\/strong> all the way to the ocean.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-Hjjs5kk\/0\/Mh54qzXjrf86JvmW4ztmddRdrQgds26Sf35j7ZTN9\/L\/streetview-top-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"Street view from the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We were lucky in that, despite the clouds, we could make out the <strong>outline of Gran Canaria<\/strong> above the town, like a watercolor painting on the surface of the water.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-MxXxG9X\/0\/NBCkh4Hz3WKxJ7wNZRhVbqXWJMwcpx3cpX35s48M6\/L\/view-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of the rooftops from the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A perfect location for memorable shots<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, the location is perfect for capturing beautiful <strong>images<\/strong> and <strong>memories<\/strong>. The panoramas are superb and offer many opportunities. We enjoyed playing with the tower&#8217;s structure and architectural details, especially the vaulted openings.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/San-Cristobal-de-La-Laguna\/Torre-de-la-Concepcion\/i-VnvqQVC\/0\/LgrKgsmNN67BvJqTC8xKGJGMBcb5pQBVqcZ5CfrKF\/L\/top-torre-concepcion-la-laguna-tenerife-L.jpg\" alt=\"View through the openings in the Concepci&#xF3;n Tower in San Crist&#xF3;bal de La Laguna, Tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"><span>PLAN<\/span> YOUR TRIP TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">tenerife<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ul_box wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-tenerife-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What to do in Tenerife<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-towns-tenerife-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns and villages<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful beaches<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-tenerife-lagoons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-landscapes-tenerife-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most beautiful landscapes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/most-scenic-drives-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful roads<\/a><br\/><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6866\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/theme-parks-tenerife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amusement parks<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-day-trips-tenerife-excursions\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"8548\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best excursions in Tenerife<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/Best-of\/i-pvFVTGs\/0\/0848ad4a\/S\/parc-national-teide-tenerife-S.jpg\" alt=\"Teide National Park, Tenerife\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5907\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/tenerife-travel-tips-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">25 tips for a successful trip to Tenerife<\/a><br\/><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6143\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-tenerife-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to get around<\/a><br\/><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2175\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-tenerife-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to rent a car in Tenerife<\/a><br\/><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5963\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/driving-tenerife-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driving tips<\/a><br\/>Best excursions (coming soon)<br\/><a data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5908\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-tenerife-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Tenerife<\/a><br\/>Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-5-days-tenerife-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days <\/a>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-6-days-tenerife-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-tenerife-one-week-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week <\/a>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-10-days-tenerife-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/Driving\/i-hrSHvkb\/1\/565a5a58\/S\/tenerife-rental-car-driving-3-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Tenerife\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The must-dos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/dolphin-watching-tenerife-whales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolphin watching in 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