Things to do in Arucas
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Iglesia de San Juan
The extraordinary, neo-Gothic Iglesia de San Juan stands sullen watch over the bright white houses of Arucas in a striking display of disproportion. The church has a Sagrada Familia (Gaudi) look with its elaborate pointed spires and was, fittingly, designed by a Catalan architect. Construction started in 1906 on the site of a former ermita (chapel) and was completed 70 years later.
Within, a fine 16th-century Italian Crucifixion hangs above the altar; the wooden Cristo Yacente (Reclining Christ) is similarly impressive, together with three magnificent rose windows.
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Jardín de las Hespérides
Northwest of Aruca, on the road to Bañaderos, the Jardín de las Hespérides botanical garden is owned by the Marquésa de Arucas. Lushly planted with more than 2500 different plants, trees and cacti, there are ponds, places to sit and a greenhouse with banana trees. The admission fee includes a detailed guide identifying the plants on display.
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Municipal Museum
Opposite the town hall are the gracious municipal gardens, laid out in French style with fountains, pavilions, sculptures and magnificent dragon palm trees. The gardens house the Municipal Museum, which has a permanent exhibition by Canarian painters and sculptors, plus temporary shows.
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La Bodega de Arucas
The most stylish place in town with its trendy cocktail bar, complete with music videos and chic dining space aloft. The menu includes lots of healthy salads and a decadent caramel tart (as a reward).
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Heredad de Aguas de Arucas y Firgas
Calle Heredad flanks the municipal gardens on the southern side of Plaza Constitución, dominated by the neoclassical Heredad de Aguas de Arucas y Firgas building, completed in 1908.
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Destilerías Arehucas
Appealing to the taste of many visitors is the Destilerías Arehucas. Free guided visits, culminating in a tipple, take place during opening hours.
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Ayuntamiento
Plaza Constitución is home of the late-19th-century modernist Ayuntamiento, which was being restored at the time of research.
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