Drago Milenario and Botanical Garden Ticket Icod de los Vinos

The Drago Milenario, the Millennial Dragon Tree

The Drago Milenario is the most famous tree in the Canary Islands and a declared national monument. This ancient dragon tree, known in Spanish as drago, stands about 16 metres tall, with thick, twisting branches topped with spiky leaves that look like a bundle of swords. Despite its name, scientists estimate that it is several hundred years old rather than a thousand, but it remains a majestic sight and the largest tree of its kind on the island.

The tree was sacred to the Guanche people, the original inhabitants of Tenerife, who valued the deep red sap as medicine, which is why it is known as dragon's blood. Anyone searching for Drago Milenario tickets should know that the tree is viewed from a garden platform, and time to photograph it is part of the visit.

The botanical garden and its plant zones

Once you have seen the tree, the ticket lets you stroll the surrounding botanical garden at leisure. The garden covers around three hectares and is filled with species native to the Canary Islands and other regions, laid out along shaded paths with information about local customs and traditional uses of plants.

The garden is a pleasant place to slow down. Between the plants you will find viewpoints and a rest area with vending machines for a snack, and the whole visit can take one to two hours depending on your pace.

Laurel forest and orchard zones

The ticket gives access to every zone of the park, including the laurel forest and the orchard. The laurel forest area shows a small sample of the ancient subtropical woodland that once covered much of the Canary Islands and now survives in the mountains, while the orchard displays fruit trees and cultivated plants of the island.

These zones make the park more than a photo stop for one tree. Families, garden lovers and anyone interested in the natural history of Tenerife will enjoy the variety. The shade of the trees makes this section a cool, quiet pause on a warm day, and it is a good place for a short rest before you head back towards the entrance.

Icod de los Vinos and planning your visit

Icod de los Vinos is a historic town on Tenerife's north-west coast, with a charming old centre, the Plaza de la Pila and the church of San Marcos close to the park. It is often included on day trips to the north of the island together with Garachico, Masca and Mount Teide, so a visit fits neatly into a wider sightseeing plan. Hotel pickup is not included, so arrive by car or public bus.

Opening hours are 10:00 to 18:00, and the ticket is valid for one day. Bring comfortable shoes and sunscreen. Smoking and drones are not allowed. The park is not suitable for wheelchair users.