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Los Gigantes
Spend a half‑day for cliffs, boat trips or a quick hike; add a night in a hostel if you have a free evening in Tenerife.
Los Gigantes is a small resort on Tenerife’s west coast, known for its sheer cliffs, marina and easy access to coastal hikes and dolphin‑watching tours. One afternoon covers the main sights; a night adds a relaxed dinner and a chance to catch sunrise over the cliffs.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Oct–May (warm, less rain)
- Airport
- 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 Los Gigantes, 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
- SafetyLos Gigantes is safe for tourists; main risks are uneven trails and occasional rough seas on boat trips.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers091 police · 062 Medical · 112 General (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.
- AirportTFS Tenerife South Airport (Bus 473/477 to Los Gigantes about 1 h 15 min).
- Getting aroundMost attractions are within walking distance.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (single)check€1.50–2.00 (≈ US$2–3)
- Museum or sight ticketOasis water‑park entry€10 (≈ US$12) adult, €5 (≈ US$6) child
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person€20 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bed2‑person hotel double, a night, per room€90 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bed2‑person hotel double, a night, per room€130 (≈ US$160)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €55 (≈ US$65) · High €80 (≈ US$95)
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
- TFS Tenerife South Airport (Bus 473/477 to Los Gigantes about 1 h 15 min)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Feb
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Mar
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Apr
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Dec
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Best: Oct–May. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jun (6 rain days), driest Jan (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Los Gigantes: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
Feb
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
Mar
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Apr
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
5 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
4 rd
Nov
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4 rd
Dec
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 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
Most attractions are within walking distance. Local Titsa buses (lines 325, 473, 477) connect to Puerto de la Cruz, Costa Adeje and nearby villages; check schedules before travel.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Masca
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Bus 325 to Tamaimo (≈30 min), then hike or taxi
Scenic mountain village, start of Masca gorge.
El Teide National Park
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h 30 min
Bus 473 to Adeje, then train or taxi to park entrance
Check weather; cable car tickets need advance booking.
El Bujero (eye of Los Gigantes)
goDoor to door: ≈3 h round‑trip
Bus 325 to Tamaimo (≈11:00), hike from thereBus 325 to Tamaimo (≈11:00 AM), hike from there
Trail partly unmaintained; bring map and flashlight.
Alcala beach
goDoor to door: ≈30 min walk
Walk 4‑5 km (3.1 mi) south along coastal path or bus 473Walk 4‑3.1 mi (5 km) south along coastal path or bus 473
Good snorkeling, occasional sea turtles.
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.
Arena Nest Hostel
10‑bed dorm, female dorm and doubles; breakfast included
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
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed2 × 1 night × €25 | €50 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €55 | €110 |
| Dolphin‑watching boat (2 h)2 × €35 · check schedule | €70 |
| Titsa day‑pass (bus)2 × €9 · check price | €18 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €25 |
| Trip total≈ €137 per person per day, bed included | €273≈ US$350 |
Arena Nest Hostel
2026 estimate in euros; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Tapas plate | €3–6 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Bottle of local wine | €4–8 (≈ US$5–10) |
| Bus ticket (single)check | €1.50–2.00 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Oasis water‑park entry | €10 (≈ US$12) adult, €5 (≈ US$6) child |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus frequencies vary (3‑5 times daily to Puerto de la Cruz, 1‑2 h to Adeje).
- Cliff‑side trails can be poorly marked; bring GPS and a flashlight.
- Boat tours depend on sea conditions; confirm departure times.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 091
- Medical
- 062
- General
- 112
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Emergency
- Police091
- Medical062
- General112
Embassy
US consulate in Santa Cruz de Tenerife; other embassies in the capital.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus 325 to Puerto de la Cruz: ≈ €2, 30 min (check schedule)
- Oasis water‑park entry: €10 (≈ US$12) adult, €5 (≈ US$6) child
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disˈkulpe)
- Gracias — Thank you (ˈɡɾasjas)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (ˈkwanto ˈkwesta)
- ¿Dónde está la parada del autobús? — Where is the bus stop? (ˈdon̪de esˈta la paˈɾaða ðel ˈautobus)
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 Los Gigantes. 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: Oct–May (warm, less rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in a beachfront hotel for sunset views.
- Combine with a dolphin‑watching boat (≈€30 per adult).
- Use a Titsa day‑pass for unlimited bus travel (check price).
Sources
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