Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa de Las Américas

Playa de Las Américas is a well-known resort situated on Tenerife's southern coast. It is especially recognized for its vivacious and dynamic ambiance, drawing a multitude of visitors with its round-the-clock festivities. The resort is renowned for the variety it offers, from its enticing beaches to cabaret bars, shops, and nightclubs. In close proximity to Playa de Las Américas is the Los Cristianos beach area, which also boasts a similar lively atmosphere and 24-hour festivities. The unique natural features of Playa de Las Américas set it apart from a typical sandy or stony beach. It possesses a rocky terrain that, while making it unsuitable for swimming, especially for children, proffers an excellent spot for water sports enthusiasts, particularly surfers. Despite the beach's popularity, it often maintains a quiet atmosphere, providing a tranquil environment for those seeking relaxation and sunbathing. However, the rocky terrain may not be suitable for all visitors, particularly families with young children. In terms of amenities, Playa de Las Américas is conveniently located near a shopping center, offering a variety of services for visitors. Regarding accessibility, reaching the beach is straightforward. There are numerous places nearby where visitors can find food and beverages. However, it's worth noting that at high tide, the beach may seem sandy due to a gravel bar over the rock platform, but this is not the case.
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What to do at Playa de Las Américas?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach's appeal to a wide range of visitors, with its ample opportunities for shopping, relaxation, and particularly for surfing. The presence of surfers and the availability of surfing lessons make it a special destination for water sports enthusiasts. However, complaints are made about the rocky and slippery nature of the beach, making it unsuitable for swimming and potentially hazardous, especially for children.

Where is Playa de Las Américas?

Latitude: 28.0620247 / Longitude: -16.7342448

Playa de Las Américas is located in Tenerife. The following map of Playa de Las Américas shows the exact location.

Where to Stay near Playa de Las Américas?

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices.

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