Medieval show and banquet at Castillo San Miguel

What you will see

Castillo San Miguel is a medieval-style castle built in Aldea Blanca, in the municipality of San Miguel de Abona, a few minutes from the southern resorts. It isn't a historic monument but a venue designed for this show: an evening tournament with a banquet.

• Knights, nobles and ladies of the court in a good-versus-evil storyline.
• A live jousting tournament with Spanish horses.
• A birds of prey display.
• A three-course banquet served during the show.

How it works

The show runs only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and before it starts there's a bar selling snacks and drinks. The show runs from 7:30 to 9:30 pm.

You can drive there yourself, with free parking at the castle, or add pickup when booking. From the south there's a transfer on all three days; from the north, Saturdays only.

The menu is fixed: cream of vegetable soup, baked chicken leg with roast potatoes and dressed tomato, and ice-cream cake for dessert. Wine, beer, water and soft drinks are included during the show. The VIP option adds a welcome glass of cava and front-row seats, which give the best view of the arena.

Souvenirs and photos with the Count and Queen are sold during the evening; all of that costs extra. The operator warns that tickets sell out fast, so book a few days ahead in high season.

Who I recommend it for

• Families with children: they love the horses, birds and tournament.
• Groups looking for a different night out in the south.
• Anyone staying in Golf del Sur, Las Américas or Los Cristianos, close to the castle.

Who I don't recommend it for

• Anyone after a gourmet dinner: the food is fine, not memorable.
• Anyone on a special diet who hasn't checked first: the menu is fixed.
• Anyone staying in the north who can't go on a Saturday: the transfer won't work on other days.