Tenerife Viewpoints: The 12 Best

The 12 Must-Visit Viewpoints in Tenerife

Tenerife is an island of contrasts and altitudes, and its viewpoints offer panoramas ranging from volcanic cliffs to laurel forests. Here are the 12 best observation points you cannot miss.

1. Mirador de Cherfe

Located on the TF-436 road, it offers spectacular views of Masca ravine and the Los Gigantes cliffs. Free access with available parking. Best at sunset.

2. Mirador de la Ruleta (Las Cañadas del Teide)

Inside Teide National Park, it allows you to contemplate the Roques de García with Mount Teide in the background. A mandatory stop if you take the cable car (check the official website for up-to-date prices and opening times).

3. Mirador del Pico del Inglés

In the Anaga massif at around 990 m altitude. 360° views over the laurel forest, Santa Cruz and Mount Teide. Free access via the TF-114 road.

4. Mirador de Jardina

Impressive panoramic views of Santa Cruz and the northeast coast. Easy access from the TF-5 motorway.

5. Mirador de San Pedro (Los Realejos)

Views of La Orotava Valley and Puerto de la Cruz. Ideal for sunrise photography.

6. Mirador de Humboldt

Named after naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, offering one of the best perspectives of La Orotava Valley.

7. Mirador de Abrante (on La Gomera)

Located in Agulo, on the island of La Gomera, with a glass walkway over a cliff more than 600 m high. Free access through the adjoining restaurant. On clear days it offers views towards Tenerife and Mount Teide.

8. Mirador de Archipenque

One of the best spots to see the Los Gigantes Cliffs from land. Free access.

9. Mirador de la Corona

In the north, on the Tigaiga massif (Los Realejos), at about 750 m altitude. Views of the whole La Orotava Valley and the northwest of Tenerife.

10. Mirador Cruz del Carmen

Starting point for several hiking trails in Anaga. Free visitor centre with information.

11. Mirador de Chivisaya

On the TF-523 road, climbing up from Arafo, inside the Corona Forestal Natural Park. Views of the Güímar Valley and the Malpaís de Güímar.

12. Mirador de Montaña Grande (Güímar)

Panoramic views of Güímar Valley and the pyramids. Free access.

Practical Tips

• Bring warm clothing: mountain viewpoints can be 6-10°C cooler than the coast
• Best photography hours are sunrise and sunset
• Carry water and sun protection, especially at viewpoints without shade
• A rental car is essential: from €25/day in low season
• No Anaga viewpoint requires booking: they are all free and open access. What does require prior authorisation —free of charge, all year round and with limited places— are two trails: La Ensillada–Cabezo de Tejo (Reserva Natural Integral de El Pijaral, the so-called Enchanted Forest) and La Asomada–Cruz de Afur (Zona de Exclusión del Monte de Aguirre). It is requested from the Central de Reservas of the Cabildo de Tenerife (centralreservas.tenerife.es). The remaining PR trails in Anaga do not require authorisation.