GRAND CANARY

Discover Gran Canaria

GRAN CANARIA

Tourist Board

The place to get to know the thousand faces and the soul of Gran Canaria, to delve into its secrets and all the ways to enjoy it. Enter, discover and fall in love forever with the infinite island.

Tourist Board

POINTS OF INTEREST IN THE SURROUNDING AREA

Maspalomas

Viewpoint of Degollada de las Yeguas

Located near San Fernando, it offers spectacular views of the Barranco de Fataga. From here, you can enjoy the natural beauty of Gran Canaria and access the center of the island.

Natural Reserve of the Dunes of Maspalomas

A paradise for nature lovers, where you can explore the vast desert landscape and enjoy the local fauna.

Maspalomas Beach

Maspalomas Beach is the most famous beach on the island, noted for its long stretch of golden sand and its impressive dunes. With more than 6 kilometers of beach, it is the perfect place to relax or enjoy water activities.

Maspalomas Lighthouse
A historical icon of the island, perfect for taking pictures and enjoying a walk by the sea. A paradise for nature lovers, where you can explore the vast desert landscape and enjoy the local fauna. Inaugurated in 1890, this lighthouse has been an essential guide for navigators crossing the Atlantic waters.

Leisure and Activities

Beaches

The island has a great variety of beaches, perfect to enjoy the sun and the sea. Here is a list of some of the best beaches:

Playa de Maspalomas: Known for its dunes, it is ideal for walks and enjoying the scenery.

Playa del Inglés: A popular beach with a great variety of bars and restaurants.

Playa de Amadores: A quiet beach, ideal for families.
Activities for children

Gran Canaria is a popular destination for golf lovers due to its pleasant climate all year round and its offer of high quality golf courses. One of the highlights is Salobre Golf, which offers stunning views and a unique experience for players.

A course that extends over 200 hectares and offers spectacular views of the volcanic landscape and the sea. Its two courses, the Salobre Old Course and the Salobre New Course, are designed to challenge players on every hole, combining technical difficulty with a stunning natural environment.
Excursions

Gran Canaria offers a wide variety of excursions to explore its landscapes and wildlife. Some of the most popular activities are:

Boat trips: You can go on boat excursions, such as routes to the island of Lobos or dolphin and whale watching.

Jeep Safari: Enjoy a tour through the most impressive mountains and valleys of the island.

Palmitos Park: A zoo and botanical garden that houses a great variety of animal and plant species.
Shopping

Meloneras is one of the most outstanding commercial areas of the island, with a wide offer for shopping lovers. Some of the most recommended places are:

Meloneras Shopping Center: With a wide variety of international and local brand stores.

Boulevard El Faro: A promenade full of boutiques, restaurants and souvenir stores.

Plaza de Maspalomas: In this area you will find several stores and local craft stores.