Hierro Local History

The Canaries have always been surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend; in fact some people claimed they were the remains of Atlantis.

The little island of El Hierro is a strange one, El Hierro means Iron but there is no metal on it at all and at one stage it was consider by Ptolemy that the meridian which runs through it was 'Zero Meridian' or the end of the ancient world. Its people, the Bimbaches, lived in simple caves or dry stone dwellings and practiced agriculture and coastal fishing.

The Bimbaches also left behind lots of petroglyphs which can now be view at many sites all over the island such as El Julan.

Hierro Attractions

Top Attractions

Hierro Beaches

Hierro Restaurants and Bars

Hierro Restaurants

Puerto Tazacorte Here you will see many tourists and locals, who after their daily trips and walks end their day by sitting at this restaurants Oceanside terraces enjoying a nice meal and drinks with friends and family. Like most restaurants in the Canaries, the seafood and pizzas are great. Arrive just before sunset. (West of Los Llanos at the Atlantic west coast)

Pancracio This isn't a fancy restaurant or anything, but it is one of the best value for money places in the area. Many tourists eat here daily instead of at the hotel because of the good food and great price. Here you can get a good size pizza, a drink and a coffee for less than 7 euros. (San Jose)

Tasca La Carpintería This restaurant, in La Laguna on the island of Tenerife, is one of the best tascas (old fashioned tapa bar) on the island. Here the portions are huge and the quality great, all of this together with the really low prices make this the place to visit. (Nuñez de la Peña, 14. La Laguna) (Tel: 922-263056)

Bella Napoli For more good Italian type food but in a different setting head over to Bella Napoli. This restaurant actually has inside and outside decks that float on the marina. Try the Pizza Marinara which is full of juicy prawns and mussels. (Poblado Marinero - Local 4, Los Gigantes)

Hierro Bars & Clubs

Richardson's This bar and pub is located just opposite the Los Gigantes supermarket in Tenerife. It offers good food and very large, cheap drinks. They also have a large DVD library of stand up comedy shows which can be viewed, most of which are incredibly funny.

Abaco Museum House If your idea of nightlife is a little broader than just the pub hopping, then come well dressed to the Abaco Museum House. Here you can dance the night away to classical music in a romantic environment set in an old colonial mansion. (Urb. El Durazno, C/ Casa Grande -Puerto de la Cruz) (Tel: 922-374811)

The Moonlight Bar - The Moonlight Bar, which is situated overlooking the sea near the Torviscas area of Playa de Las Americas, is the place to go for live music. It is open all day long and has a range of entertainment from comedians, bands, and karaoke. Not to be missed is the great cover band 'The Lizard Kings'.