Island in Canary Islands, Spain
Tenerife for solo travelers
Is Tenerife good for solo travel?
Spring-like all year with volcanic scenery, mountains, a big remote-worker scene and cheap flights. The south is sunny and touristy, the north greener and quieter; a car helps.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 4/5 · Very good for solo travel |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Common in tourist areas |
| Safety | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Solo women | Comfortable for solo women. Catcalling is occasional in resorts; watch drinks in Playa de las Américas bars and take taxis late. |
How to meet people in Tenerife
Nomad and coworking events in Puerto de la Cruz and the south, surf and kite schools, hiking groups, social hostels and Meetup language exchanges.
Good things to do alone
- Hike the Masca gorge early
- Watch sunrise or stargaze on Mount Teide
- Whale-watch from Los Cristianos
- Swim in Puerto de la Cruz lava pools
- Hike Anaga forest trails
Where to stay in Tenerife
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Puerto de la Cruz | North-coast town with cafés, lava pools and a nomad scene |
| Santa Cruz and La Laguna | Local life, students, culture and cheaper rents |
| Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje | South resorts, nightlife, beaches and gay scene |
| Los Cristianos | Quieter southern resort with ferries and a harbour |
| El Médano | Wind and kite sports, relaxed surf village |
Solo travel across Spain
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 5/5 | Widely spoken |
| Madrid | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Valencia | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Málaga | 5/5 | Widely spoken |
| Gran Canaria | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Costa del Sol | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Palma | 5/5 | Widely spoken |
| Las Palmas | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| San Sebastián | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Seville | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Mallorca | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Ibiza | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Tenerife | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Granada | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Lanzarote | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Bilbao | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Alicante | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Fuerteventura | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Cádiz | 4/5 | Limited |
| Santiago de Compostela | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Costa Blanca | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Costa Brava | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Maspalomas | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Sitges | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Salamanca | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Córdoba | 3/5 | Limited |
| Marbella | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
| Menorca | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Toledo | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Benidorm | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
Quick answers
Is Tenerife good for solo travelers?
Very good for solo travel (4/5). Spring-like all year with volcanic scenery, mountains, a big remote-worker scene and cheap flights.
How do you meet people in Tenerife?
Nomad and coworking events in Puerto de la Cruz and the south, surf and kite schools, hiking groups, social hostels and Meetup language exchanges. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Tenerife?
Common in tourist areas.
Is Tenerife safe for solo female travelers?
Comfortable for solo women. Catcalling is occasional in resorts; watch drinks in Playa de las Américas bars and take taxis late.
More about Tenerife
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Sources
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