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Icod de los Vinos
Base here 1 night if you want the drago tree and the lava cave; otherwise come as a half-day stop between Puerto de la Cruz and Garachico.
Icod de los Vinos is a small wine town on Tenerife's north-west coast, built around one tree: the Drago Milenario, an 18 m dragon tree in a walled garden. The old centre is walkable in an hour, the coast beach at San Marcos is 2 km downhill, and the Cueva del Viento lava tube needs a booked tour. Most travellers see it in half a day; one night suits anyone wanting the cave, the beach and a quiet evening.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (crowds on the coast road), Dec–Feb rain spells
- Airports
- TFN · TFS
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Icod de los Vinos, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyA quiet, low-crime town; the real risks are the steep walk down to San Marcos beach, sun exposure on the coast…
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers112 All emergency services · 091 National police · 062 Guardia Civil (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTFN Tenerife North (Los Rodeos) (Closest airport, about 45 min by car via the TF-5; bus connections via Puerto de la Cruz or La Laguna).
- Getting aroundThe centre is on foot: drago tree, church, wine museum and butterfly park sit within 5 minutes of each other.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€1.20–2 (≈ US$2–3)
- Sit-down mealCanarian dinner with wine€20–30 (≈ US$25–35)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi within towncheck€5–8 (≈ US$6–10)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ridecheck€1.45–3.50 (≈ US$2–5)
- Museum or sight ticketDrago park entry, adult€5 (≈ US$6)
- Budget bedSelf-catering apartment (up to 4), a night, per room€90 (≈ US$110)
- Mid-range bedHostal or guesthouse double, a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
- High-end bedHostal or guesthouse double, a night, per room€120 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €55 (≈ US$65) · Mid €100 (≈ US$120) · High €180 (≈ US$250)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TFN Tenerife North (Los Rodeos) (Closest airport, about 45 min by car via the TF-5; bus connections via Puerto de la Cruz or La Laguna) · TFS Tenerife South (Reina Sofía) (About 1 h 15 min by car via the TF-1 and the curvy TF-82; bus 460 runs to Icod roughly every 2 h)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Feb
Avoid
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Mar
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
Avoid
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jan (8 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Icod de los Vinos: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
1 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
0 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Dec
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The centre is on foot: drago tree, church, wine museum and butterfly park sit within 5 minutes of each other. Playa de San Marcos is 2 km downhill (Camino de las Barandas is the safer walking route); the Cueva del Viento is 3 km south in Santa Bárbara and needs a car, taxi or a long walk. Titsa buses 363 and 354 link the town with Puerto de la Cruz and Garachico.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Garachico
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Titsa bus 363 along the TF-42, or 15 min by car
Natural lava pools and a small old town; pair it with Icod in one day.
Door to door: About 45 min
Titsa bus 363 or 354 via the TF-5, or 30 min by car
Bigger base with more hotels, restaurants and the Loro Parque.
Door to door: About 1 h
Car or bus to Puerto de la Cruz, then a local bus or taxi uphill
Historic centre and the Orotava valley views; better as a half-day.
Door to door: About 45 min
Car via the TF-5, about 40 min
UNESCO old town and the tram to Santa Cruz; a full day if you continue.
Door to door: About 1 h
Car via the TF-5, about 50 min
Doable but long for a return trip; better as an overnight or with La Laguna.
Door to door: 1.5 h
Car via the TF-5 and TF-1, about 1 h 15 min
Too far for a day trip from the north-west; save it for a south-based stay.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Old centre (Plaza de San Marcos and around)
Walk to the drago tree, church and wine museum; a handful of small hotels, quiet at night.
San Marcos (coast, 2 km downhill)
Beach access and sea views; you need a car or a taxi back up the hill.
Santa Bárbara and the TF-5 edge
Cheaper rooms and free parking near the shopping centre; 15–20 min walk to the centre.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €55–80 (≈ US$65–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- €90–140 (≈ US$110–170) excl. bed
- High
- €160 (≈ US$190)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Small hotel double with breakfast1 × 1 night × €110 | €110 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €100 | €200 |
| Titsa bus 363 Puerto de la Cruz ↔ Icod, one way2 × €4 · check | €7 |
| Cueva del Viento guided tour, adult2 × €20 | €40 |
| Drago park entry, adult2 × €5 | €10 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × €10 | €20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €39 |
| Trip total≈ €213 per person per day, bed included | €426≈ US$500 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and car hire excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1.20–2 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Menu del día (weekday lunch) | €12–16 (≈ US$14–19) |
| Canarian dinner with wine | €20–30 (≈ US$25–35) |
| Drago park entry, adult | €5 (≈ US$6) |
| Cueva del Viento tour, adult | €20 (≈ US$25) |
| Local bus ridecheck | €1.45–3.50 (≈ US$2–5) |
| Taxi within towncheck | €5–8 (≈ US$6–10) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Cueva del Viento tours are booked online in advance only, with ID shown at the door; long trousers and closed boots are required.
- The TF-82 from the south over the Teno mountains is slow and very winding; add time and take motion-sickness precautions.
- Parking in the old centre is tight and one-way; use the signed underground car park or the free lot at Centro Comercial La Magalona.
- The San Marcos beachfront restaurants have had a patchy history since storm damage; check what is open before walking down hungry.
Emergency numbers
- All emergency services
- 112
- National police
- 091
- Guardia Civil
- 062
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My bed tonight
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- All emergency services112
- National police091
- Guardia Civil062
Embassy
No embassies in Icod; the US has a consular agency in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and most countries keep embassies in Madrid (check).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus 363 Icod → Puerto de la Cruz: about €3.50 (≈ US$5), 45 min (check)
- Bus 363 Icod → Garachico: €1.45 (≈ US$2), 11 min
- Taxi Icod centre → Playa de San Marcos: €5–8 (≈ US$6–10) (check)
Say or show
- Hola — Hello (OH-lah)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-syahs)
- La cuenta, por favor — The bill, please (lah KWEN-tah por fah-VOR)
- Un vaso de vino blanco local, por favor — A glass of local white wine, please (oon BAH-soh deh BEE-noh BLAN-koh lo-KAL por fah-VOR)
- ¿Dónde está la estación de guaguas? — Where is the bus station? (DON-deh es-TAH lah es-tah-SYON deh GWAH-gwas)
- ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta? — Can I pay by card? (PWEH-doh pah-GAR kon tar-HEH-tah)
Bus 363 and 354 timetables change by season; check Titsa before you rely on a late connection.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Icod de los Vinos. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (crowds on the coast road), Dec–Feb rain spells · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 6 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for TFN and TFS: last bus times field-checked, taxi fallback, overnight rung.
- Three walking clusters with rescue anchors: Plaza de San Marcos, the drago tree and church, San Marcos beach.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (Drago park, Cueva del Viento, ARTlandya, Museo de Malvasía) and eat pages with last orders.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures so gates A–D can go green.