At a glance
Gran Canaria with its excellent climate has a landscape of such contrasting scenery that it has been labelled a "Continent in Miniature". Its sharp ravines plunge 2,000 metres to sea level and are dramatically picturesque while the undulating dunes give a distinctly African flavour. Towards the north you will find sweeping hills, cool breezes and luscious banana, tomato and vine plantations. The pine forests and the many mountain retreats are pleasant diversions to the warm beaches and bustling resort life. The beaches range from small secluded coves to soft shimmering sand. Nightlife is vibrant with a variety of restaurants, bars and discos bustling with locals and visitors alike.
Flight time: About 4 hours, 30 mins approx. hours
Things to do
Highlights
- Five Must Sees:
- The butterfly house in Palmitos Park
- Parish Church of San Juan Bautista
- La Luz Castle
- Pueblo Canario (Canary Village)
- Take a boat trip for whale and dolphin watching
Great Views: Cruz de Tejeda - Gran Canaria's highest point soaring to 6,400 ft.
Memorable Moments: Taking a ride on the 'ships of the desert', a camel ride at dusk across the dunes of Maspalomas is a beautiful way to see the sunset
Destination Treasures: The beautiful village of Tejeda
Shopping
Shops are generally open from 10:00 to 13:30 and from 16:00 to 19:00 or 21:00. Most are open mornings only on Saturday. Some supermarkets are open on Sundays.
Marktes: Every Friday in Puerto Morgan (also known as Little Venice). Every Wednesday and Saturday in Playa del Ingles/Maspalomas and every Tuesday in Arguineguin near Puerto Rico from about 8:30 to 13:00.
Good buys include locally made crafts such as banana leaf baskets, pottery, embroidered tablecloths.
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Fact File
Information
Language: Spanish
Currency: Euro
Shopping: Leather, Pottery, wickerwork, duty free and electrical goods
Your money
3 course meal (inc. wine) - €25/£22stg approx.
Glass of beer - €2.00/£1.76stg approx.
Bottle of wine - €6/£5.28stg (in supermarket), €12/£10.60stg (in restaurant)
Tips: Don't forget your driving licence - there are many hidden places for you to explore
Prices shown are approximate.
Nightlife
Playa del Ingles will keep the night owl happily awake. A choice of bars, pubs and discos - including the Aguila Roca (Irish Centre) - in this busy resort. Maspalomas is quieter, but a short taxi ride from the action in Playa del Ingles. Puerto Rico's nightlife scene includes discos, karaoke, Irish pubs and a night club open until the early hours.
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