The Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Tenerife
Updated 3 November 2026 · DoTenerife
The best sunsets in Tenerife are on the west and south-west coasts, where the sun drops into the Atlantic — often behind the island of La Gomera. Here are the best spots, plus sunset times through the year.
Sunset spots
- Los Gigantes: the giant cliffs glow orange at sunset; watch from the marina or the viewpoints above town. See Los Gigantes nightlife.
- Playa de la Arena: a black-sand beach in Puerto de Santiago with a seafront promenade made for sunset strolls.
- Costa Adeje: the promenade from Playa del Duque to Puerto Colón, plus sky bars and beach clubs with views of La Gomera.
- La Caleta: a former fishing village with seafront restaurants on the rocks — dinner with a sunset.
- Playa San Juan and Alcalá: quiet west-coast fishing towns with sea views.
- Garachico: the north coast’s historic town, with sunsets over its rock pools.
- Mount Teide: sunset above the sea of clouds, with Teide’s shadow stretching across the sky. Often combined with stargazing. Bring warm clothes.
Sunset times by month (south of Tenerife)
| Month | Approx. sunset mid-month |
|---|---|
| January | 6.30pm |
| February | 7pm |
| March | 7.15pm |
| April | 8.30pm |
| May | 8.50pm |
| June | 9.05pm |
| July | 9.05pm |
| August | 8.45pm |
| September | 8.15pm |
| October | 7.40pm |
| November | 6.15pm |
| December | 6.15pm |
Times change with the clocks in late March and late October. Each month’s page — for example Tenerife weather in November — shows exact sunrise and sunset times.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best sunset in Tenerife?
The west and south-west coasts face the sunset, often with La Gomera on the horizon. Los Gigantes and Playa de la Arena, La Caleta and the Costa Adeje seafront are favourites, and a sunset from Teide above the clouds is spectacular.
What time is sunset in Tenerife?
In the south, sunset is around 6.15pm in late November and December, around 7pm in mid-February, and after 9pm from June to mid-July. Tenerife uses the same time as the UK.
Can you see the sunset from Los Cristianos?
Los Cristianos faces south, so the sun sets behind the headland in winter. For an open sea sunset, walk to Playa de las Vistas or head north-west to Costa Adeje.