The capital of Tenerife, Santa Cruz is a busy, largely modern city visited by day trippers. It is a good place to stay if you wish to avoid the islands more touristy aspects. The shopping is excellent (particularly the daily market), golden San Andres beach is the most attractive on Tenerife, and there is a wide choice of authentic Canarian bars and restaurants. Plaza del Principe is a charming square, home to the Municipal Museum of Fine Arts.
