Sur de Tenerife Postal Codes: 38500 to 38690 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Islas Canarias

Key Facts

Sur de Tenerife is a comarca (administrative region) located in the southern part of Tenerife, which is one of the Canary Islands of Spain. This region occupies the southern portion of Tenerife island, characterized by its arid landscape, volcanic terrain, and extensive coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. With an approximate area of 400 square kilometers, Sur de Tenerife is home to around 200,000 residents and serves as one of the island's primary tourist destinations due to its warm, dry climate and abundant sunshine throughout the year. The comarca is divided into several municipalities, including popular tourist centers such as Arona, Adeje, and Granadilla de Abona, each offering distinct attractions from beach resorts to traditional Canarian villages. This region's economy heavily relies on tourism, complemented by agriculture in the more fertile valleys where bananas, tomatoes, and other subtropical crops are cultivated. Sur de Tenerife's geographical position makes it easily accessible from Tenerife South Airport, which serves as a major gateway for international visitors. To access detailed postal code information for the municipalities and localities within Sur de Tenerife, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional sections of our website.

Neighboring Regions

• Metropolitana de Tenerife
• Norte de Tenerife