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Playa Puerto de Tajao

La Jaca, Spain

#490 out of 519 in Canary Islands

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray pebble Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

San Miguel de Tajao • 0.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant PLAYA TAJAO

8.6 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Restaurante El Rocás

8.8 - Excellent 120m

Restaurant Restaurante Manolo II

8.2 - Very good 130m

Restaurant Restaurante Tajao Tabaibarril

8.8 - Excellent 190m

Restaurant Restaurante La Laja

8.6 - Excellent 360m

Restaurant Estación de servicio Cepsa ABADES

8.4 - Very good 2.5km

Cafe Cafetería

8 - Very good 2.5km

Cafe Cafetería Together Granadilla

8 - Very good 4.4km

Vegan Restaurant Samelo Veg

9.6 - Exceptional 4.6km

Park Montaña de Abades

3.9km

Hiking Area Playa de Maria Luisa

4.2km

Hiking Area Nivaria Beach

4.3km

Park Plaza Nueva de Abades

4.5km

Park Monumento Natural de la Montaña Centinela

4.6km

Park Punto de buceo - Abades

4.7km

Park Plaza La Marina

4.8km

Park Plaza Nstra. Sra de la Candelaria

4.8km

Park Montaña La Centinela

5km

Playground Parque Infantil

4.8km

Playground Parque infantil el Poris

7.1km

Playground Plaza Roja

9.6km

Playground Plaza Roja

9.6km

Playground Parque Infantil / Spielplatz

9.7km

Supermarket Dialprix Abades

4.5km

Ice Cream Shop Penguins Paradise

9.8 - Exceptional 4.7km

Supermarket Supermercado Abades

4.8km

Supermarket Supermercado María Candelaria Díaz Rodríguez

7km

Supermarket SuperDiplo Poris

7.5km

Supermarket Dialprix Centre Arenas del Mar

8.6km

Supermarket Victoria's

9.5km

Supermarket Minimarket Medano 365

9.5km

Supermarket SuperDino

9.5km

Tourist Attraction Mirador roca de Tajao

9.8 - Exceptional 170m

Tourist Attraction Cala de Tajao

460m

Tourist Attraction Arco de Tajao

820m

Tourist Attraction Campo de fútbol Nahum Martín

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa La Jaca

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Punto de buceo - Abades

10 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Santa-Maria Corner

10 - Exceptional 5.2km

Tourist Attraction Cuevas

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Viewing point

6km

Historical Landmark Leprosería Abades

5km

Historical Landmark Antiguo Leprosario Abades

5.2km

Historical Landmark Cuevas de Jable

6.8km

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About

Playa Puerto de Tajao is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 226th place out of 242 beaches in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife region 35.1 km away from its center, the city of Santa Ursula. It is one of the beaches of San Miguel de Tajao settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a small bay with blue water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear 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 Puerto de Tajao coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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

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

10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Cardones, which has a rating of 7.6.

Playa Puerto de Tajao is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife within San Miguel de Tajao, 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 Tenerife, 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

+20 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

3.6 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

San Miguel de Tajao • 0.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant PLAYA TAJAO

8.6 - Excellent 90m

Restaurant Restaurante El Rocás

8.8 - Excellent 120m

Restaurant Restaurante Manolo II

8.2 - Very good 130m

Restaurant Restaurante Tajao Tabaibarril

8.8 - Excellent 190m

Restaurant Restaurante La Laja

8.6 - Excellent 360m

Restaurant Estación de servicio Cepsa ABADES

8.4 - Very good 2.5km

Cafe Cafetería

8 - Very good 2.5km

Cafe Cafetería Together Granadilla

8 - Very good 4.4km

Vegan Restaurant Samelo Veg

9.6 - Exceptional 4.6km

Park Montaña de Abades

3.9km

Hiking Area Playa de Maria Luisa

4.2km

Hiking Area Nivaria Beach

4.3km

Park Plaza Nueva de Abades

4.5km

Park Monumento Natural de la Montaña Centinela

4.6km

Park Punto de buceo - Abades

4.7km

Park Plaza La Marina

4.8km

Park Plaza Nstra. Sra de la Candelaria

4.8km

Park Montaña La Centinela

5km

Playground Parque Infantil

4.8km

Playground Parque infantil el Poris

7.1km

Playground Plaza Roja

9.6km

Playground Plaza Roja

9.6km

Playground Parque Infantil / Spielplatz

9.7km

Supermarket Dialprix Abades

4.5km

Ice Cream Shop Penguins Paradise

9.8 - Exceptional 4.7km

Supermarket Supermercado Abades

4.8km

Supermarket Supermercado María Candelaria Díaz Rodríguez

7km

Supermarket SuperDiplo Poris

7.5km

Supermarket Dialprix Centre Arenas del Mar

8.6km

Supermarket Victoria's

9.5km

Supermarket Minimarket Medano 365

9.5km

Supermarket SuperDino

9.5km

Tourist Attraction Mirador roca de Tajao

9.8 - Exceptional 170m

Tourist Attraction Cala de Tajao

460m

Tourist Attraction Arco de Tajao

820m

Tourist Attraction Campo de fútbol Nahum Martín

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa La Jaca

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Punto de buceo - Abades

10 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Santa-Maria Corner

10 - Exceptional 5.2km

Tourist Attraction Cuevas

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Viewing point

6km

Historical Landmark Leprosería Abades

5km

Historical Landmark Antiguo Leprosario Abades

5.2km

Historical Landmark Cuevas de Jable

6.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

120m from the beach

7.5 Very good

Apartamento Tajao

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 80m from center

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590m from the beach

Las Arenas bajo

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 590m from center

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610m from the beach

Atico Las Arenas

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 610m from center

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B&B La Caleta Zimmer 1 (10 min. von El Medano)

910m from the beach

8.6 Excellent

B&B La Caleta Zimmer 1 (10 min. von El Medano)

Homestay

Vilaflor de Chasna • 920m from center

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910m from the beach

9 Excellent

Ocean view modern apartment Tajao

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 930m from center

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910m from the beach

Casa Rita La Caleta de Arico

Entire Apartment

Vilaflor de Chasna • 920m from center

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Casa Brisa Marina, en tranquilo pueblo costero.

1km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Casa Brisa Marina, en tranquilo pueblo costero.

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 1km from center

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1km from the beach

7.4 Good

Loft Brisas del mar

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 1km from center

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1.4km from the beach

6.6 Good

Casa Rural Paula By Paramount Holidays

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 1.4km from center

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1.4km from the beach

4 Frustrating

Casa Rural Paula Maretas Beach

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 1.4km from center

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1.5km from the beach

3 bedrooms house with enclosed garden and wifi at Santa Cruz de Tenerife 1 km away from the beach

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 1.5km from center

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1.5km from the beach

8 Very good

Casa Las Costas, Las Maretas

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Miguel de Tajao • 1.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.6 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

220m 3 min walk

Connected beach

Playa De Tajao Playa De Tajao

6.7 Good

360m 5 min walk

Connected beach

Playa de Coyado Hondo Playa de Coyado Hondo

7 Good

810m 10 min walk

Playa del Sordo Playa del Sordo

7.4 Good

1.2km 16 min walk

El Bufadero El Bufadero

5.8 Pleasant

1.4km 18 min walk

Playa La Jaca Playa La Jaca

5.9 Pleasant

1.4km 19 min walk

Playa del Rio Playa del Rio

5.9 Pleasant

1.6km 21 min walk

Piscina natural La Jaca Piscina natural La Jaca

7.1 Good

4.8km

Playa del Medio Playa del Medio

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

San Miguel de Tajao • 130m

Main locality of province

Santa Ursula • 35.1km

Transport

Airport

TFS • 12.3km

Bus Station

Tajao • 190m

Train Station

Mini Train • 97km

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Santiago Ramirez

8 Very good

San Miguel de Tajao, a small coastal town in the town of Arico, is home to a small fishing port, and a black sand beach with stones on the shore. It's the perfect place to spend a day soaking up the sun and taking in the tranquil atmosphere. What's more, it's easy to access, so you don't need to go out of your way to get there. After your beach visit, take advantage of the rocky surroundings to take souvenir photos and then treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the local restaurants which offer fresh seafood and fish. It's the perfect place to relax and disconnect from the city.

March 2023

Trevor Gardynik

8 Very good

Playa Puerto de Tajao is an absolutely fantastic spot - it's easy to access and provides a great experience.

March 2023

Johnathan Anderson

8 Very good

Used to stop here on Sundays coming back from the Rastro in Santa Cruz, my friend lived in his van that he parked on the caravan site betreen Tajao and La Caleta. It's been five years since I last visited, and the village has really developed since then. It's a truly beautiful place and perfect for families with small children, offering peace and quiet. made up of gray pebbles which means it's not the best spot for sun-seekers, but there are plenty of excellent fish restaurants and traditional Tennerife bars to enjoy. There's no nightclubs or anything to disturb the peace at night. It's the perfect antidote to the more touristy beaches of South Tennerife! I highly recommend this idyllic fishing village to anyone looking for an authentic Tennerife experience.

March 2023

Carol Hepworth

8 Very good

The beach was really tranquil, but unfortunately there weren't any places to get a beverage. It would be a great spot for a quick visit.

March 2023

Jackie Lee Catlin

8 Very good

This location is a great place to live, with easy access and all the amenities you could need.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Puerto de Tajao?

The beachline of Playa Puerto de Tajao is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa Puerto de Tajao?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Puerto de Tajao, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa Puerto de Tajao good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Playa Puerto de Tajao does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Playa Puerto de Tajao good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Puerto de Tajao secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Puerto de Tajao?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Puerto de Tajao.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.PLAYA TAJAO is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Puerto de Tajao?

There are 1066 places to stay in the Playa Puerto de Tajao area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Playa Puerto de Tajao from parking?

The Playa Puerto de Tajao has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa Puerto de Tajao?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Puerto de Tajao that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirador roca de Tajao located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Puerto de Tajao?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Puerto de Tajao is September. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Puerto de Tajao (Tenerife) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Playa Puerto de Tajao (Tenerife) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Playa Puerto de Tajao for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.