Plaza Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres

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Plaza Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres

Located in the heart of the historic center, Plaza Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres —also known as Plaza del Conde de Sietefuentes— is one of Icod de los Vinos’ most emblematic spaces. Declared a Site of Cultural Interest (Bien de Interés Cultural), it occupies the grounds of the former Cistercian convent destroyed in 1798 and was transformed into a public square at the beginning of the 20th century.

With its neoclassical design, the square stands out for its granite staircase, ornamental fountains, modernist bandstand, and commemorative busts, all surrounded by lush gardens featuring plant species from five continents.

It is a key gathering place for religious, cultural, and social celebrations such as Holy Week, San Marcos Evangelista, and the Christ festivities.

Botanical Garden of the Plaza — A World Tour of Plants in an Urban Space

This beautifully landscaped garden hosts an extraordinary collection of plants from around the world, including exotic species from China, Australia, South America, New Caledonia, and Polynesia, as well as native vegetation such as the Canary Island palm.

The garden also fulfills an educational and conservation role, allowing visitors to appreciate the planet’s botanical diversity and its relationship with the Canary Islands’ unique ecosystem.

Visiting Plaza Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres is to immerse yourself in the living soul of Icod de los Vinos — a space where art, history, nature, and collective memory intertwine in perfect harmony. Whether to admire its gardens, contemplate its architecture, or simply rest under the shade of a century-old ficus tree, this square invites you to pause and connect with the most authentic essence of northern Tenerife.

Plaza Andrés de Cáceres, 1A, 38430 Icod de los Vinos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife