Las Teresitas Beach

Updated 2 August 2026

San Andrés, Santa Cruz

Golden sand brought from the Sahara to create the beach (~270,000 tons)Inaugurated on June 15, 19731,300 m long and 80 m wide

The most iconic beach of Tenerife is also perfect for families, with its characteristic golden sand brought from the Sahara (about 270,000 tons) and calm waters thanks to the breakwater located about 150 meters from the shore. Located next to the village of San Andrés, in the municipality of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, it was inaugurated on June 15, 1973, and measures about 1,300 meters long by 80 meters wide. It is bordered by palm trees and has lifeguard services, showers, toilets, restaurants, and play areas.

The gentle waves, softened by the breakwater, make it an ideal place to spend the day with the family.

Gallery

Golden sand of Playa de Las Teresitas in San Andrés, Santa Cruz de Tenerife — Sergio Martín González (Public domain)

The Anaga massif mountains behind Playa de Las Teresitas — Pablosievert (CC BY-SA 4.0)

The breakwater protecting Playa de Las Teresitas from the Atlantic swell — Michael Schefers (CC BY-SA 4.0)

View of Playa de Las Teresitas with the village of San Andrés — Hein.Mück (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Essential information

Sand Type

Imported golden sand

Bathing Conditions

Very calm waters, protective breakwater

Accessibility

Accessible by car or bus from Santa Cruz de Tenerife (about 7 km, stop at Access 1) and offers more than 1,000 free parking spaces next to the sand, with ramps, walkways, and PMR spaces at all accesses.