Icod de los Vinos

What to See on a Tour to Icod de los Vinos

Visiting the “City of the Dragon Tree” is one of the most emblematic Icod de los Vinos tours in Tenerife. Discover its botanical treasure, its volcanic tubes, and its historic center full of tradition.

Millenary Dragon Tree Park

The main reason to visit Icod and a true icon of the Canary Islands:

• Behold the Millenary Dragon Tree, a specimen of Dracaena draco declared a National Monument, with an estimated age of over 800 years.
• Stroll through the surrounding botanical garden, which features a large representation of Canarian endemic flora.
• The Dragon Tree is one of the longest-living beings on the planet and was a sacred symbol for the ancient Guanches.

Cueva del Viento – Sobrado (Wind Cave)

Explore one of the largest volcanic tubes in the world:

• A complex of underground caves over 17 kilometers long, created by lava flows from Pico Viejo.
• Take a guided tour through its galleries to discover the whimsical shapes left by the lava.
• A fascinating experience for geology and caving enthusiasts. Advance booking is required.

Historic Center and Traditional Architecture

A walk through the heart of the city:

• Wander through the Plaza de Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres, with the Church of San Marcos and surrounded by stately homes.
• Discover the Plaza de La Pila, one of the first squares in the Canary Islands, with its original fountain.
• Admire traditional Canarian architecture, with its wooden balconies and interior courtyards.

Icod de los Vinos in Island Tours

The easiest and most popular way to visit the city:

• Icod de los Vinos is a mandatory stop on most excursions that tour the northwest of Tenerife.
• The famous “Teide-Masca-Icod-Garachico” tour allows you to see the Dragon Tree and other points of interest in a single day.
• Guided tours ensure your entry to the Drago Park and explain its history and significance.

An Icod de los Vinos tour is a date with the history, botany, and geology of Tenerife. No trip to the island is complete without a photo next to the majestic Millenary Dragon Tree.