What is the drinking age in Tenerife?

The Canary Islands have strict drug laws where even possession of a small amount can lead to arrest. The legal drinking age is 18, although you can drink wine and beer if accompanied by your parents from the age of 16. Drinking in public areas is illegal.



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The minimum buying and drinking age in Spain is 18, which is fairly young compared to the rest of the world. This includes buying alcohol in bars and clubs, restaurants and shops.

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No, the six drinks rule is not in place in the Canary Islands. So if you're planning to visit Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, or the smaller islands in the archipelago like La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro or La Graciosa, this six drinks rule will not apply.

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Drinking on the streets Avoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.

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Can you drink water in Tenerife hotels? Most of Tenerife drinking tap water comes from desalinated sea water and doesn't have a good taste, it's fine for bathing or washing clothes, etc. For drinking, tea, coffee or ice always use bottled water.

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Under Spanish law a person under 18 is considered as a child and always has all the protection derived from its status as a minor. A young person in Spain is between 15 and 24 years, persons aged 15 to 17 are children and young people, and 18 to 24 are young but already adults.

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The legal age of entry at discos is 18. This is because once inisde any bar or pub, you can order any alcoholic drinks you want, and you won't never be asked for your ID.

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