Gran Canaria is, without a doubt, a magical island. The island is the ideal place for the perfect holiday. The island has an endless list of entertaining options to do, to visit and to enjoy. The island stands out for its beautiful beaches, its mountains, its climate, the friendliness of its people and its picturesque towns. The island has a unique volcanic landscape that will immerse you in an environment of great beauty. Gran Canaria also has a wide range of tourist and social activities - leisure parks, shopping centres, museums, archaeological parks, gastronomy... - which makes a stay on the island, the ideal holiday. It is a unique island, which has inspired countless artists who have dedicated songs, poems and plays to it, all falling in love with the island´s beauty.
Gran Canaria enjoys a privileged climate practically all year round. This means you can enjoy all its outdoor activities, without having to worry about the weather. That is why Gran Canaria is an ideal destination for those who want to escape from routine and rest in an idyllic location. There is an eternal spring of sunny days, blue skies and stable temperatures and the island is considered to have the best climate in the world.
It is difficult to establish a list of must-see places as there are so many to choose. However, we would recommend the following as essential viewing: the Dunes of Maspalomas; Roque Nublo; Las Canteras Beach; Guayadeque Caves; the Port of Mogán; Teror Village; the Port of Agaete; The Historical Town Area of Vegueta and the Bandama Caldera are undoubtedly places that deserve a mandatory stop. The island, known as “the miniature continent”, hides beautiful places of great contrast, where you will discover surprises almost in every corner, surprises and places which will amaze any visitor.
Special mention goes to the beaches of Gran Canaria. Gran Canaria is an island with 236 km of coastline and more than 60 km of beaches. Thus, nature has given us spectacular places to visit, walk, relax as well as the opportunity to enjoy an amazing sea swim. We are in Gran Canaria with more than 100 beaches to enjoy all year round. From Maspalomas, to Las Canteras, passing through Playa del Inglés, Amadores, Puerto Rico, Anfi del Mar, Agaete, San Agustín or Taurito. Getting lost on these beaches of Gran Canaria is undoubtedly one of the most significant pleasures of the island. The natural pools are also undoubtedly worth a visit, the most notable being the Agujero de Gáldar, the Salinas de Agaete, the Charcones de Arucas or the Charco de San Lorenzo de Moya.
For sports lovers, Gran Canaria undoubtedly represents an unbeatable option. Thanks to the aforementioned climate, outdoor sports are possible all year round.Furthermore, nature here on the island offers spectacular and beautiful places for mountain lovers, with a magnificent range of trails to do on foot or by bicycle. Aquatic activities are also very popular in Gran Canaria, activities such as surfing, kitesurfing, paddle surfing, windsurfing, diving and sport fishing. Known as “the open-air gym that never closes”, with it´s variety and quality of sporting options, Gran Canaria offers the best possible range of sports to enjoy.
Getting to know Gran Canaria´s towns and villages is a must of any visit. The friendliness of its inhabitants and the richness of the island´s traditions and cultural activities will undoubtedly make you feel at home. Each of the 21 municipalities that make up the island hides some secret to discover.
Tejeda, chosen “one of the most beautiful towns in Spain”; Mogán, with its Venetian canals; Teror, with its historic center,home of the Basilica that houses the patron saint of the island, the Virgen del Pino or Agaete with its magnificent Puerto de las Nieves, are all a mandatory stop on your tour.
Gran Canaria is an island that houses a unique biodiversity in the modern world, a location declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, with a wide range of natural landscapes, of incalculable environmental value. Visiting the Canary Garden, which is the largest in Spain in terms of surface area, and discovering its extensive network of viewpoints, exploring its natural trails, observing stars at night, entering its forests and volcanic landscapes are magnificent experiences to enjoy during your stay.
If you are looking for fun, you are in the ideal place. Gran Canaria has large shopping areas that offer the best brands at good prices. There is an excellent selection of large shopping centres and shopping areas as well as many small local craft shops. You can also find amusement parks, water parks and a wide range of activities on the island that will help complete a fun packed holiday. The nightlife with discos and pubs is also vibrant with a great atmosphere thanks to the friendliness of the local population.