GRAN CANARIA is surrounded by mountains and desert which makes this island a special place to spend your city break. The stunning beaches surrounding the island are perfect for water sport lovers and those who are willing to get a sun tan.
Iconic dish
Potaje de berros (berros, vegetables and meat).
In the island
Visit the beach of Maspalomas and its incredible dunes.
Kids
The best way to have fun and discover the sea is with a transparent kayak in Playa de Las Canteras, where you could admire the sea right below your feet. Click here fore more details.
Charge your batteries
Visit the borough of Vegueta where you will find yourself surrounded by tapas bars. Find here a great summary of all the great bars in the island.
Outside the city
Bufadero de la Garita, an incredible nature spectacle where sea and rocks mix perfectly.
May events
Until the 5th of May you can pay a visit to the Book Fair at the Plaza Ana Telmo to find some treasure form the Spanish and International Literature.
April events
Between the 14th and 21st the entire city celebrates the Holy Week. The most stunning parade is the Procesion Magna happening on the Holy Friday.
Additional information
The island has an international airport where you could either rent a car to discover the whole Island or take a bus to your destination. We recommend to spend 2 days in the island or weeks if you are a beach person.