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Gran Canaria is located in the Canary Islands archipelago southeast of Tenerife and west of Fuerteventura. The island is of volcanic origin, mostly made of fissure vents. It has a round shape, with a diameter of approximately 50 km (31 mi) and a surface area of 1,560 km 2 (600 sq mi).
Discover the infinite sides and soul of Gran Canaria, a great destination for nature, culture, sports and fun. Find out the best events, activities, beaches, gastronomy and more on the official tourism website.
- Maspalomas Dunes, Gran Canaria's top attraction. The Maspalomas Dunes are one of the island's symbols - walking along these dunes will make you feel like you're visiting one of the world's great desserts, although you have some hotels still in sight (depending on where you are).
- Playa del Ingles - The island's party epicenter. Playa del Ingles is probably the liveliest place in Gran Canaria and the place to be if you're looking for nightlife and party atmosphere.
- Go on a boat tour. Since you are on holiday on an island, a great idea for a day out would be to go on a boat trip: see the coast and also dolphins in their natural habitat.
- Puerto de Mogan, the Little Venice of Gran Canaria. Even if you're staying in another part of the island, Puerto de Mogan is worth a visit during your explorations.
May 13, 2024 · From the best times to visit to the top things to do once you're there, this first-timer's guide to Gran Canaria can help you plan and budget your trip.
- Cueva Pintada Museum & Archaeological Park. Gran Canaria. Discovered by a local farmer in the late 19th century, this is one of Gran Canaria's most important pre-Hispanic archaeological sites: a cave adorned with…
- Casa-Museo de Colón. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. This fascinating museum documents Columbus’ voyages and features exhibits on the Canary Islands’ historical role as a staging post for transatlantic…
- Catedral de Santa Ana & Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The spiritual heart of the city, this brooding, grey cathedral was begun in the early 15th century, soon after the Spanish conquest, but took 350 years to…
- Dunas de Maspalomas. Maspalomas. These fabulous dunes cover 400 hectares and were designated a nature reserve in the 1990s, ensuring that the rapidly multiplying hotels would never…
Gran Canaria, Spain. Welcoming, tolerant Gran Canaria offers a little something for everyone. Families flock to the water parks and beaches of Puerto Rico. Those seeking peaceful escape scamper to Mogan's quiet fishing villages. Gay visitors crowd the bars, restaurants and beaches of Playa del Ingles. Urban attractions are on offer in Las Palmas.
Gran Canaria is a little great continent. A miniature world with a melting pot of diverse landscapes which seem to be taken from different countries. An island of beaches. And mountains too.
