Boho Sun Apartments
Our Favourite Places
Around San Marcos
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We live here. We eat here. We explore here.
This is our personal guide to the restaurants, cafés, and hidden gems of northern Tenerife — handpicked so you spend less time searching and more time enjoying.
This is not a typical tourist guide. Here you will find not only a few well-known places, but also many that are difficult to discover in popular guidebooks.
We chose places that we personally fell in love with — authentic, unique, and filled with a special atmosphere; places we return to ourselves and truly wish to share with you.
Each of the places described in this guide is located within a maximum of approximately 30 minutes by car from the apartment, allowing you to explore the island peacefully, without rush, and close to nature.
At a glance
Distances from the Apartment
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🚗 7 min
Icod de los Vinos
Casa del Drago · Mariposario del Drago
- One of the most authentic Canarian towns — charming streets and a relaxed northern Tenerife atmosphere
- The restaurant sits right next to the botanical park with Drago Milenario — one of the oldest dragon trees in the world
- Local, organic, high-quality food — fresh ingredients, seasonal cuisine, and authentic Canarian flavors
- Terrace overlooking the Drago Milenario
- A butterfly house nearby — perfect for a walk after coffee or lunch
- Moderately high prices, but excellent quality and a unique atmosphere
- Best to park at Parking del Drago — a 4-minute walk through the charming Plaza Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres
🚗 10 min
Garachico
El Caletón · Restaurante Chill Out
- One of the most charming and beautiful towns in northern Tenerife — full of history, volcanic architecture, and ocean views
- El Caletón natural lava pools, created after the volcanic eruption of 1706 — a perfect place for a walk or an ocean swim
- Visit Plaza de la Libertad — the heart of the old town, with the historic Santa Ana Church and authentic Canarian atmosphere
- Park before entering the town — convenient parking on the left side, a short walk to the pools and old town
- Famous for excellent restaurants — most serve fresh seafood and great local cuisine
- We especially recommend El Caletón Restaurante Chill Out — right above the ocean, beautiful wave views
- Be sure to try the ceviche — every dish is absolutely delicious
- Very reasonable prices for the quality and location
🚗 25 min
Loro Park
Playa JardÃn · Punta Brava
- Loro Parque — one of the most famous attractions in Tenerife, with beautifully designed tropical gardens, animal habitats, and world-class shows
- Park in the official parking area near the entrance to Loro Parque
- Worth taking a walk through Punta Brava — an authentic Canarian neighborhood with colorful streets, local atmosphere, and ocean views
- Playa del JardÃn — one of the most beautiful urban beaches in northern Tenerife, famous for its black volcanic sand and lush tropical surroundings
- The beach was designed with gardens and waterfalls to blend naturally with the landscape — a unique green oasis by the ocean
- Excellent infrastructure: restaurants, cafés, showers, sunbeds, playgrounds, and beautiful walking paths
- Great idea to combine Loro Parque with Punta Brava and Playa del JardÃn on the same day
🚗 20 min
Playa del Socorro
Wild beach · Northern coast
- One of the most beautiful wild beaches in northern Tenerife, surrounded by spectacular cliffs and volcanic nature
- Famous for its natural black sand, powerful waves, and breathtaking views of the northern coastline
- A popular spot among surfers, but also perfect for a walk, sunset, or relaxing close to nature
- Convenient parking area right next to the entrance, easily accessible despite its wild character
- A small beach bar and basic facilities on site — toilets, showers, and lifeguards during the season
- A perfect place to experience the authentic, more natural side of Tenerife, far from the tourist resorts
🚗 25 min
Rambla de Castro
Paisaje Protegido · Coastal trail
- One of the most beautiful coastal walking areas in northern Tenerife — spectacular cliffs, wild nature, ocean views, palm trees, and banana plantations
- A scenic walking trail leads through viewpoints, volcanic coastline, historic estates, and hidden beaches
- Along the route you'll find some of the most photogenic views on the island, especially at sunset
- The area is also home to historic haciendas, old water mills, and traditional Canarian architecture
- Parking located right next to the trail entrance — very easy and convenient to start
- Nearby, worth visiting Mirador San Pedro — a local restaurant with beautiful coastal views and very good Canarian cuisine
- A perfect idea for a relaxed half-day trip combined with coffee or lunch by the ocean
🚗 30 min
Puerto de la Cruz
La Ranilla · Playa Martiánez
- The most atmospheric seaside town in northern Tenerife — full of promenades, palm trees, ocean views, and authentic Canarian life
- The town combines elegant historic charm with a relaxed holiday atmosphere and beautiful views of the ocean and Mount Teide
- Park in the underground parking at Centro Comercial Martiánez, then walk down toward Playa Martiánez and along the seafront promenade
- Along the way — natural pools, viewpoints, charming squares, cafés, and beautiful ocean scenery
- Walk all the way to La Ranilla — one of the most charming and artistic areas of Puerto, with colorful little houses, narrow streets, and beautiful hidden corners
- A perfect place for a relaxing walk, coffee with a view, and experiencing the true atmosphere of northern Tenerife
🚗 30 min
La Orotava
Jardines Victoria · Old Town
- One of the most beautiful and atmospheric Canarian towns — full of colonial architecture, colorful wooden balconies, and a peaceful, authentic atmosphere
- Although less famous than La Laguna, in our opinion it has even more to offer and feels truly magical
- Be sure to visit Jardines Victoria — beautiful cascading gardens with exotic plants and spectacular views over the town and the ocean
- One of the best viewpoints in La Orotava and a perfect place for a relaxing walk
- Worth getting lost in the streets of the old town, discovering historic houses, charming squares, and local cafés
- Park at Parking Plaza Constitución — easily reach the gardens and the town center from there
- A perfect place for a slow afternoon, coffee with a view, and experiencing the true atmosphere of northern Tenerife
🚗 30 min
La Baranda
Brunch · Panoramic terrace
- One of the most spectacular places for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at sunset — with panoramic views of the ocean and cliffs
- Very high-quality cuisine — fresh ingredients, beautifully prepared dishes, and an excellent quality-to-price ratio
- In our opinion, the prices are exceptionally good considering the food quality, location, and overall atmosphere
- A beautiful ocean-view terrace and an elegant indoor area with large panoramic windows — we especially recommend the terrace
- This is one of those places you want to return to more for the overall experience and atmosphere than just the food itself
- The restaurant has a very convenient parking area, making it easily accessible even in the evening
- The views are absolutely stunning
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