Playa Las Galletas is a beach in the fishing village of Las Galletas, in Tenerife’s Arona municipality, about 15 km from Los Cristianos. Its dark volcanic sand and sheltered bay give you a quieter seaside stop, with clear water for swimming and a harbor used for water sports. Look for the small sandy stretch beside the harbor, and explore the nearby tapas bars and fish restaurants. Some parts of the shore have pebbles and rocks, so this is a better choice for a swim or a walk than for a full day of sunbathing.
A beach in a fishing village
Playa Las Galletas is part of the small fishing village that shares its name, in the municipality of Arona. The beach stretches for a little over 400 metres and has dark brown volcanic sand. It lies about 15 km from Los Cristianos, in the south of Tenerife.
Fishing boats work near the pier, giving the waterfront a close connection to the village’s fishing life. Fresh catches can be bought at the local fish market, the Lonja de Pescado.
The shore and harbor
The beach sits within a small bay, with natural pebbles as well as sand along the shore. Calm water makes swimming a good reason to stop, and the harbor is a starting point for water sports. A small sandy patch beside the harbor is another place to look for if you want a softer spot by the water.
The village has several small beaches, so you can explore beyond the main stretch. Around the port and on the back roads, you’ll also find tapas bars, fish restaurants and small shops.
Preguntas frecuentes
Where is Playa Las Galletas?
It is in the fishing village of Las Galletas, in Arona municipality in southern Tenerife. The beach is about 15 km from Los Cristianos.
Is Playa Las Galletas good for swimming?
The sheltered bay has calm water and is suited to swimming. Some areas have pebbles and rocks, so the shore may be less comfortable for sunbathing.
Does Playa Las Galletas have sandy areas?
Yes. The beach has dark brown volcanic sand, and there is also a small sandy patch beside the harbor.
