Casa de los Cáceres

Descripción

Casa de los Cáceres: Neoclassical Elegance in the Heart of Icod

Facing the charming Plaza de la Constitución—popularly known as Plaza de la Pila—in the very heart of Icod de los Vinos’ historic center, stands the Casa de los Cáceres, one of the finest examples of noble architecture in the municipality. Built in the 19th century, this impressive mansion represents the late Neoclassical style, notable for its unusual and abundant use of wood in many of its structural elements.

Its balanced and elegant façade leads to an interior organized around a central courtyard, adorned with two massive tea-wood columns, a vestibule painted with floral motifs, and large glass windows that allow natural light to flood in. Two wooden staircases rise symmetrically to the upper floors, while the rear courtyard—once housing stables—was accessible from Calle San Sebastián.

According to local tradition, the house is said to have as many doors and windows as there are days in the year, a poetic nod to its architectural richness. Today, this protected heritage building (Bien de Interés Cultural) forms part of Icod’s living legacy, housing municipal and exhibition spaces open to the public.

At the Casa de los Cáceres, visitors can experience the cultural and artistic life of Icod de los Vinos—a town where history is not only preserved but lived. Its traditions, art, and collective memory form an emotional landscape that enriches every visit.

Exhibition Rooms

Sala Antonio Cámara

A journey into the intimate and dreamlike universe of local artist Toño Cámara, whose works explore the human psyche and the beauty of everyday life through a deeply introspective lens.

Sala Sureda

A tribute to Guillermo Sureda, an internationally renowned Canarian artist whose legacy spans drawing, painting, and music. This space connects Icod with the wider world through art.

Sala de las Tradiciones de Icod de los Vinos

An immersive look into the cultural soul of Icod, where visitors can explore the island’s living traditions—authentic expressions of heritage that have endured through the centuries.

Sala La Línea del Tiempo (The Timeline Room)

A fascinating journey through the history of Icod de los Vinos, from the aboriginal era and the conquest to the formation of the modern town. Through texts, images, and objects, the exhibit reveals the social, religious, and economic evolution of a community that has continually adapted and thrived.

The Casa de Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres is not only an emblematic heritage landmark of Icod de los Vinos but also the current home of the Municipal Tourist Information Office, which provides assistance and guidance to visitors eager to explore the town’s rich cultural, natural, and historical heritage.

Plaza de la Constitución, 1, 38430 Icod de los Vinos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Horario:

09:00-20:00 lunes a viernes

09:00-14:00 sábados