Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with black sand surface © Ramón Pérez Niz Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with blue water surface © Emma Poore Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with spacious bay © Stefan Hedtfeld Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with very clean level of cleanliness © Sven Schrönghamer Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz amenities area © Frank Dornberger Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz and the settlement © Jaime Villar Soriano Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with black sand surface © Ramón Pérez Niz Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with blue water surface © Emma Poore Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with spacious bay © Stefan Hedtfeld Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz with very clean level of cleanliness © Sven Schrönghamer Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz amenities area © Frank Dornberger Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz and the settlement © Jaime Villar Soriano Google
Photo of Playa de Santa Cruz - popular place among relax connoisseurs © Ivan S. Google
Playa de Santa Cruz photo #8 © Alfred Iglesias Google
6.9
Good

Playa de Santa Cruz

Las Nieves, Spain
#188 out of 519 in Canary Islands
6.9
Good
Located within the settlement
Map of beach
Restaurant Cafetería Bella Vista
8.6 - Excellent 3.4km
Restaurant Bar Restaurante Parrilla Martín
9 - Excellent 3.5km
Cafe Cafetería Snar Caboco
10 - Exceptional 5.9km
Cafe Bar Cafetería Halley
8.6 - Excellent 5.9km
Restaurant Churrería La Molina Vieja
8.2 - Very good 6km
Bar Bar El Rincon
8 - Very good 7.8km
Bar Bar Nogales
10 - Exceptional 7.8km
Restaurant Restaurante Casa Asterio
8.8 - Excellent 8.5km
Cafe Dulcería La Montaña
9km

About

Playa de Santa Cruz is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 74th place out of 242 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 127.6 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of Santa Cruz de la Palma settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious bay with blue water and black sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Playa de Santa Cruz coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

%s also has a football field located nearby.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa de Los Cancajos, which has a rating of 6.

Playa de Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife within Santa Cruz de la Palma, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the La Palma, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history
+22 o C +21 o C
Air temperature
4.9 M/S
Wind
+22 o C
Water temperature
1.2 M
Wave height

Santa Cruz de la Palma, Canary Islands, Santa Cruz de Tenerife

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Residencial LaMar

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 5.7 (Pleasant)

Playa de Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife within Santa Cruz de la Palma, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the La Palma, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

In addition to water activities, sometimes you wish to play on the ground, for example, volleyball (football). On this beach there is a volleyball (football) area and if you want you can play volleyball with other holidaymakers or with your friends.

In most cases, the question What to do on Playa de Santa Cruz implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Nearest Beaches

Playa de Bajamar
1.6km 21 min walk
Playa de Bajamar Playa de Bajamar
6 Pleasant
Playa de Los Cancajos
3.5km
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6 Pleasant
Cala Martin Luis
4.8km
Cala Martin Luis Cala Martin Luis
4 Frustrating
Cala misteriosa
6km
Cala misteriosa Cala misteriosa
5.8 Pleasant
Playa de Nogales
8.7km
Playa de Nogales Playa de Nogales
6.9 Good
Playa del Burro
11.8km
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5.9 Pleasant
Playa de La Salemera
12.7km
Playa de La Salemera Playa de La Salemera
6.9 Good
Playa del Azufre
14.1km
Playa del Azufre Playa del Azufre
4.1 Frustrating

Localities

Santa Cruz de la Palma  •  470m
Santa Ursula  •  127.6km

Transport

SPC  •  6.4km
Estación de guaguas de Alajeró  •  85.4km
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Average Reviews rating

6.9 Good
NC
Nathalie Chmielowiec
10 Exceptional

That place is great! The black sand is a sight to behold, and the restrooms are conveniently located nearby.

March 2023
JD
Johnathan Davenport
8 Very good

This little black lava sand beach is the perfect spot for a quick dip. Nestled in the middle of town, it's close to all the best cafes and restaurants. A shower and dressers are available for convenience, and best of all, it's usually pretty empty - even in the middle of January when temperatures are a balmy 25 Celsius!

March 2023
MB
Miles Buecker
8 Very good

Perfect spot for a relaxing day in the sun. The black sand is inviting and the central location makes it accessible for everyone. The heat is just right for a refreshing day of sunbathing.

March 2023
EM
Emily Moore
6 Pleasant

The beach may be close to the port, but the strong currents and huge waves make it more suitable for paddling than swimming. The poor visibility doesn't make it ideal for snorkelling either. We did manage to spot one fish, but the real show was the crabs sunbathing on a rock. All in all, it's not the best beach for swimming or snorkelling.

March 2023
SR
Santiago Rojas
6 Pleasant

This beach near Santa Cruz de la Palma is the perfect spot to relax and soak up the sun! Located right in front of the historic Santa Cruz center, it is a safe and secure spot to spend the day. With lifeguards on duty, you can be sure that you're in good hands. Plus, with its convenient location, it's easy to get to and enjoy!

March 2023