Santa Ursula Holidays

Santa Ursula is a nice, little town in the northern part of Tenerife. It is not a typical holiday resort, but is a very good place if you want to explore the region and go hiking or walking. Scenery around Santa Ursula is very picturesque. There are lots of green hills and valleys, as well as beautiful parks. Hills offer great views, so if you enjoy sightseeing and relaxing in the nature – this is the place to be. Santa Ursula is not that commercialized as other holiday places on the island, but the town is fairly close to the capital city of Santa Cruz.

Santa Ursula Weather

Santa Ursula has a beautiful weather all year long, like most of the places on Tenerife. Most of the days throughout the year are very sunny and the average temperatures are around 25 C. July and August are the warmest months when the temperatures often rise to mid-30s C. Visiting Santa Ursula in the winter months is also a good option, because the average winter temperatures are around 20 C, without too much rainfall. Winter nights can sometimes be a bit chilly, but still lot warmer than other parts in Europe.

Santa Ursula is a perfect spot for having a relaxing and calm holiday, and there are a few interesting things to do in and around town. There are numerous cliffs that offer perfect views on the Atlantic Ocean. Orotava Valley is very close to Santa Ursula, as well as Mount Teide. There are no beaches in Santa Ursula, and the closest one is located in Punta Brava near the resort of Puerto de la Cruz.

Wine Tasting in Santa Ursula

Santa Ursula is a very good place for tasting some local wines. The region around Santa Ursula is known for its vineyards, and here you will find lots of people that sell their local wines. This local wine has a very nice, fruity taste, but you should be careful as you can get drunk from it quite easily.

Santa Ursula Boat Trips

Another thing you can do in Santa Ursula is join in some of the many boat excursions that go from here to the other resorts and places on the Island. You can explore the Atlantic and its rich sea life, or you can go on some exciting volcano tours that start from here. Families can take a trip to the water park that is located in the resort of Puerto de la Cruz.

Santa Ursula Shopping

Santa Ursula has some smaller shops, where you can buy some art pieces or handicraft things. There are also many souvenir shops where you can buy something to remind you of your holiday. Santa Ursula does not have too many luxurious hotels. There is one bigger hotel that has a nice restaurant. Dining in the town is limited to a few smaller eateries that offer both local and international cuisine. If you want a bigger choice, you can go to some of the nearest resorts on the northern side of Tenerife. The nightlife in the town is very low-key and is mostly centered on family fun. There are a couple of bars with music, but everything gets quiet before midnight.