Canary Islands (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), Spain

Santa Cruz Highlights On Foot

Sights, Sounds and History of Tenerife’s Capital City Immerse yourself in the mix of modern and traditional in the capital of Santa Cruz. Stroll around the sprawling artificial fountain in Plaza de España, the city’s largest square. See the Teatro Guimerá, a neoclassical-inspired theater constructed in 1849. Then, enjoy the liveliness of La Noria, a street that is home to the satiric carnival bands called murgas. Each murga has its own colonial-style house, where members rehearse their songs in secret to prevent other murgas from hearing their lyrics. Mingle with locals at the Mercado Municipal Nuestra Señora de África and discover this city market’s local fruits and vegetables. Nearby, view several buildings that once belonged to the Spanish army and learn more about Francisco Franco and the Spanish Civil War, which began on the island in 1932. Visit the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, originally a Franciscan convent, before returning to your ship via El Pilar, Santa Cruz’s upscale shopping street. * Demanding - Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpave