La Restinga, Canary Islands
Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canary Islands · Spain · 541 residents · on the coast
La Restinga is a seaside village in Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, home to around 541 people. There are 6 notable places to see in and around town, including Mar de las Calmas and Tacorón. The nearest airport is El Hierro (VDE), about 19 min by road.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Mar de las Calmas, Tacorón and Playas de Manchas Blancas.
- On the coast, with 5 named beaches nearby.
- El Hierro (VDE) is 13 miles away.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in La Restinga
Ranked by how well known they are.
1protected area
Tacorón
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Playas de Manchas Blancas
beach · 2 miles from the centre
Playa Dulce de Icota
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Playa Calcosas
beach · 5 miles from the centre
Playa del Cantadal
beach · 1 mile from the centre
Tours & tickets in La Restinga
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around La Restinga can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in La Restinga
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for the warm months.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach La Restinga and the villages around it is a hire car from El Hierro (VDE), about 19 min away.
Best time to visit La Restinga
Getting there from the UK
By air
- El Hierro (VDE)13 miles, about 19 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 44 h 31 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Los Cristianos (82 miles).
La Restinga is good for
Questions people ask
Is La Restinga worth visiting?
Yes. La Restinga is known for Mar de las Calmas, Tacorón and Playas de Manchas Blancas, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to La Restinga from the UK?
Fly to El Hierro (VDE), then it is about 19 min by road. Driving from Calais takes roughly 44 h 31 min.
Is La Restinga good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.