Pyramids of Güímar: Guided Tour

About this experience

Pyramids of Güímar Guided Tour The Pyramids of Güímar offer one of Tenerife's most intriguing archaeological mysteries. These six step pyramids, built from volcanic stone, have sparked decades of debate about their origins and purpose. Your guided tour begins at the Chacona House Museum, where expert guides explain the various theories surrounding these structures and their place in Canary Islands heritage. The tour takes you through the ethnographic park's key areas, including the Panoramic Terrace with sweeping views across the volcanic landscape and pyramid complex. You'll visit the Auditorium for an overview of how this site transformed from farmland into an internationally recognised cultural landmark. The highlight is the Thor Heyerdahl exhibition, dedicated to the Norwegian explorer whose theories led to the park's creation, featuring artifacts and stories from his global expeditions. After the guided portion, you're free to explore the Botanic Garden at your own pace. The garden showcases both endemic Canary Islands plants and exotic species from around the world. The outdoor routes wind around the pyramids themselves, whilst the Sustainable Garden demonstrates eco-friendly growing techniques. The thought-provoking "An Ocean...of Plastic" exhibition addresses marine environmental challenges through engaging displays. What is Included Guided tour of Chacona House Museum Access to Panoramic Terrace with views of the archaeological park Auditorium presentation about the park's foundation Thor Heyerdahl exhibition visit Expeditions Room displays and artifacts Documentary screening about Güímar's significance Self-guided access to Botanic Garden Entry to Sustainable Garden Access to "An Ocean...of Plastic" environmental exhibition Outdoor pyramid walking routes Good to Know The guided portion lasts approximately one hour, with additional time for independent exploration of the gardens and outdoor areas. The meeting point is at the main entrance to the Pyramids of Güímar Ethnographic Park. The site is fully wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for visitors with mobility requirements. Bring sun protection for the outdoor sections and comfortable walking shoes for the garden paths. No food or drinks are available on-site, so pack refreshments for longer visits. Entry to some areas like the Poisonous Garden requires separate tickets and isn't included in this tour. Remember your booking confirmation or ID for smooth entry. The park encourages eco-friendly practices during your visit to help preserve the botanical collections and local environment. Plan your visit around Tenerife's other Teide National Park tours or combine it with exploring La Laguna's historic centre for a full day of Tenerife cultural discovery.

Highlights

• Explore six volcanic stone step pyramids of disputed ancient origin
• Begin at the Chacona House Museum for full archaeological context
• Expert guides walk through the competing theories on who built them
• Walk an ethnographic park rich in Canary Islands cultural heritage
• Decades of scholarly debate inform the storytelling at each structure
• One of Tenerife's most contested and compelling archaeological sites

What is included

• Guided tour of the Chacona House Museum
• Guided tour of the Panoramic Terrace
• Guided tour of the Auditorium
• Guided tour of the "Thor Heyerdahl: The Man, The Myth" exhibition
• Guided tour of the Expeditions Room
• Viewing of a documentary
• Visit to the Botanic Garden (without a guide)
• Outdoor routes (without a guide)
• Visit to the Sustainable Garden (without a guide)
• Visit to the "An Ocean...of Plastic" exhibition (without a guide)

Not included

• Food and drink
• Entry to the Poisonous Garden
• Entry to the "Colonizing Polynesia" exhibition

Before you go

Entry to the Poisonous Garden and "Colonizing Polynesia" exhibition is not included Wheelchair accessible facilities available throughout the site Plan at least one hour for the full guided tour experience Bring your ID or confirmation for entry No on-site food or drinks are provided, so plan accordingly

Cancellation terms

Cancellation is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit. Rescheduling is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit.