What to do in La Quinta

Activities, attractions and tours

La Quinta Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that La Quinta has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

La Quinta is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in La Quinta to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

La Quinta Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of La Quinta.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to La Quinta attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

Things to do


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1. Lago Martianez Swimming Pools

The Lago Martiánez Swimming Pools are a complex of stylish salt-water bathing pools with floating islands. By day, it’s a chic swimming complex complete with bars and restaurants, while at night, the energy rises to a whole new level as visitors flock to its underground casino. Rest on a floating island, swim in pools and admire the sea views in this popular park.
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A pool surrounded by beach chairs and umbrellas, with the ocean in the background.

2. Loro Park

Loro Parque attracts more than a million visitors every year with its outstanding animal attractions. With a name that means “Parrot Park” in Spanish, it’s no surprise that the park is best known for its diverse parrot species. Enjoy watching these colorful birds and visit an enormous penguin enclosure and long subterranean aquarium, both of which rank among the largest on the planet.
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3. Garden Beach

Garden Beach, known in Spanish as Playa Jardín, is among Tenerife’s most unique and beautiful beaches. Its elegant black sands are backed by landscaped gardens and pleasant walkways, with views of Mount Teide on the horizon. Enjoy an excellent range of tourist-friendly facilities, from restaurants to sun lounges. It’s easy to see why this stunning beach attracts crowds.
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A crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a rocky shoreline, and colorful buildings in the background.

4. Plaza del Charco

It’s often said that you haven’t truly been to Puerto de la Cruz until you’ve visited Plaza del Charco. This pretty plaza lined with cafés, restaurants and bars has long served as a popular meeting point for locals. Use it as an excellent starting point for sightseeing around the city and a perfect place to relax at the end of the day while people-watching.
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A large decorative fountain with intricate carvings, surrounded by colorful flower beds and a stone border.

5. Tenerife Auditorium

Auditorio de Tenerife is one of the most popular music venues on the island, but it is also one of its most iconic sights. If you walk along the waterfront in Santa Cruz de Tenerife you will find it hard to miss this eye-catching piece of architecture. An elegant curve of white concrete arches over the main building, reflecting the sailing history of the island. Take photos of the striking building before returning here to enjoy something from the eclectic, artistic program.
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A modern architectural building with a large white curved roof and a stone staircase leading up to it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is La Quinta worth visiting?
La Quinta has an interesting mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into nature, history or local cuisine, there's plenty you'll enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in La Quinta?
Once you've visited the most popular attractions, spend some time discovering the shopping and dining scene in La Quinta.
What is the top tourist attraction in La Quinta?
Scroll up to view a range of recommended things to do in La Quinta, including inexpensive tours, family-friendly ideas and other can't-miss highlights.
Is three days enough to stay in La Quinta?
Three days is plenty for a quick trip to La Quinta — you'll hit the main sights and get a good feel for the place. But if you want to really experience it all, stay for at least seven to ten days to discover some nearby highlights too.
What are some activities to do in La Quinta with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all the family, here are some terrific ideas for what to do in La Quinta with kids.
What to do in La Quinta for adults?
Adults of all ages will find lots of things to do in La Quinta. Whether you're into culture, adventure or just love exploring new destinations, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in La Quinta?
You don't need to spend a small fortune to have an amazing vacation here. There are plenty of free things to do in La Quinta for the budget-conscious traveller. Explore the parks, soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or ask for ideas from a local tour guide.