Playa de Las Americas Holidays
Sun, Sea, and Sangria...welcome to the Tenerife resort of Playa de las Americas!
Holidays in Playa de Las Americas
Delicious food, gorgeous beaches, vibrant nightlife, and fun times on land and sea – there’s so much to pack into a Playa de Las Americas’ holiday. One of the most popular resorts on the Canary Island of Tenerife; Playa de Las Americas is not only home to Avenida las Américas with its shops and restaurants, Veronicas Strip’s bars and clubs, and Piramide de Arona’s flamenco shows; but also boasts the vast Siam Park’s water slides and artificial waves and an azure ocean where you’ll often catch sight of whales and dolphins swimming offshore.
When is the best time to visit?
Boasting warm temperatures year-round, it’s always a good time to visit Playa de las Americas. If you’re searching for a cheap trip; try travelling outside the peak holiday season when the island is less crowded. Typically, March to May (excluding Easter) as well as October and November are the best times to visit Tenerife without breaking the bank. Christmas, New Year, and school holidays are always popular, so book early for the key dates.
Where is the best place to stay?
Discover a plethora of places to stay in Playa de las Americas, whatever your budget; from small and friendly hotels and self-catering apartments in the heart of the resort to the luxurious and facility-packed four and five-star resorts nestling beside the curvy stretch of sandy beaches.
Travel guide
Playa de Las Americas in Tenerife is a brilliant holiday destination any time of the year! With year-round sunshine and perfect beaches, it's the perfect place for families, couples and friends.
- Best time to visit: March-October
- Average temp: 22°C/72°F
- Average flight time: 4 Hours
- Most suited for: Families, Couples
- Currency: Euro
- Time Difference: 0 Hours
SUN, SEA, SURF, AND SO MUCH MORE!
Playa de las Americas’ beaches are the stars of the show – from Playa de El Bobo in the north via Playa de Troya and Playa del Camisón to Playa de las Vistas in the south – and perfect for sunbathing or enjoying water sports such as surfing, fly boarding, parasailing, banana boating, jet skiing, and fishing. For family fun, hop on the shuttle to Siam Park to try out the amazing water slides, zip down the Mekong Rapids, or let the kids loose in the Lost City. Take a boat tour to get up close to sperm, Eden, and pilot whales and friendly dolphins in the water. Golf fans can hit the fairways of Golf Las Americas’ 18-hole championship course; while shoppers indulge in retail therapy along the Golden Mile and relish tax-free purchases at the classy CC Safari Centre.
EXPLORE THE ISLAND OF TENERIFE
No visit to Tenerife is complete without visiting the world’s third highest volcano – Teide – and riding the Teleférico cable car to view the crater and cone from above; Teide National Park is also a haven for stargazing in the night sky. Say hello to the world’s largest collection of parrots and also dolphins, penguins, tigers, and crocodiles at Puerto de la Cruz’s Loro Parque. Step back to colonial times at San Cristobal de la Laguna’s Catedral de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios and La Oratava’s Casas de los Balcones and Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción. Culture vultures can head to Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s Museum of Fine Arts and Museum of Nature and Man; while February/March brings Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife with its carnival parades, parties, and concerts.
Food & Drink
Dine your way around the world with everything from Italian, Chinese, and Indian to hearty steakhouse eats in Playa de Las Americas. Savour traditional fare from Paella, Papas Arrugadas with Mojo Rojo or Mojo Verde, and Ropa Vieja Canaria to fresh fish and seafood – all washed down with a jug of Sangria or a bottle of Dorada beer. Nightlife in Playa de Las Americas centres on Veronica’s Strip – a pulsating neon-lit stretch of clubs that are buzzing from 22:00 until dawn – and The Patch’s bars with their quizzes, karaoke, comedians, dancing, and live music. Delight in an evening at the iconic Hard Rock Café at the heart of the Golden Mile; famed for its high-energy atmosphere, tasty food menus, live music, delicious cocktails, and memorabilia-studded walls. Or why eat, drink, and party the night away to live DJs and artistes at the trendy Papagayo Beach Club Tenerife.
Weather
Average monthly temperature in Playa de Las Americas (°C)
- Jan 19°C
- Feb 19°C
- Mar 20°C
- Apr 20°C
- May 21°C
- Jun 23°C
- Jul 24°C
- Aug 24°C
- Sep 25°C
- Oct 24°C
- Nov 22°C
- Dec 20°C
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