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Tegueste is a municipality of 11,000 people (2019) in the metropolitan area of Tenerife. Tegueste is one of the highest municipalities on Tenerife, at 545 m above sea level.
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Barranco de agua de Dios
Archaeological remains of the Guanche culture, with historically important caves in the Agua de Dios ravine.
The 16th century historic centre, characterized by colonial architecture.
San Marcos Evangelista
A 18th century plaza and convent church.
Ayuntamiento de Tegueste
Historic town hall in Spanish colonial style
Winery in the ravine of El Infierno, producing some of the best wines of the Canarias due to the mild climate. A tour of the winery is complemented with an optional wine tasting session.
Road side restaurant far away from massive tourist crowds, specializing in Canarian food. Their typical dish is spare ribs with potatoes and sweetcorn, and white bean stew, all in very generous portions.
Steak house and traditional Canarian food.
Not very spectacularly looking from the outside, but the food is authentic with a focus on Spanish cuisine.
Upscale restaurant in the centre of Tegueste, offering variety of foods with a kitchen open all day. Relatively expensive compared to nearby restaurants, but seating outdoor available.
Local winery with a great selection of the best wines of Eastern Tenerife.
Bed and breakfast on a 10-min walk away from the historic centre.
Vacation rentals on the outskirts of Tegueste.
Mercado de Tegueste
An open air market with numerous stalls selling local fruits and vegetables, wines, and bread. There is a small playground and a cafe as well.
By bus
There are 4 bus lines connecting Tegueste with surrounding points of interest:
The easiest way to get around is by foot, the historic centre and side streets are pedestrianized and easily walkable.
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