Puerto de la Cruz Postal Codes: 38400 to 38419 | Norte de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Islas Canarias

Key Facts

Puerto de la Cruz is a municipality and city located in the Norte de Tenerife region of the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, within the Canary Islands archipelago of Spain. Situated on the northern coast of Tenerife island, it lies approximately 37 kilometers northwest of the island's capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and about 20 kilometers west of the Tenerife North Airport. With an area of roughly 8.73 square kilometers, it is one of the smaller municipalities on the island but is densely populated, hosting around 30,000 residents. Historically a fishing village, Puerto de la Cruz evolved into a major tourist destination in the 19th century, renowned for its picturesque old town, the Lago Martiánez complex of seawater pools designed by César Manrique, and the nearby Loro Parque zoo and botanical gardens. The municipality is administratively divided into several districts or neighborhoods, including the historic core, La Paz, and San Antonio. As a key urban center in Norte de Tenerife, accessing detailed postal code information for its various districts facilitates efficient mail delivery and local services for residents and businesses alike.

Neighboring Regions

• La Orotava
• Los Realejos