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Miles of soft golden sand and great year-round weather make holidays in Las Palmas a popular choice for travellers to the golden isle of Gran Canaria. Immerse yourself in the island's traditional Spanish culture, lounge on beautiful sandy beaches, and sunbathe to your heart’s content – even in the depths of winter!.

 

Gran Canaria is an island of tradition, charm, and beauty. Watch ships sail out to sea from the grand marina (the 'home port' of the ARC) or explore the whitewashed houses and vineyards in Fuencaliente on the sunny south coast. Playa de las Canteras and Playa de las Alcaravaneres are two beaches you should visit during your Las Palmas holidays, with great diving, surfing and water activities to enjoy between sunbathing on the soft sands. If you like to keep active, northern Gran Canaria has a fantastic landscape worth exploring with plenty of hiking and biking trails, topped off by breath-taking panoramic views.

 

Plan your Las Palmas holidays so that it coincides with the carnival – a three-week-long extravaganza of dance, music and colourful floats that is attended by thousands. The carnival usually starts the 26th January every year – perfect for a winter sun escape. As night falls, the central terrace bars and restaurants buzz with activity, or you can spend a quiet evening strolling down the promenade where you can watch the sun set over the sand. Las Palmas holidays are not expensive, and with a huge range of all inclusive hotels, full board options, and fantastic last minute deals – all ages and budgets are catered for.

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A Guide to Las Palmas Holidays

Playa de las Canteras Beach

Playa de las Canteras Beach

Playa de las Canteras is seriously impressive for a city beach. Its rolling white sand and clear blue water is kept remarkably clean making it extremely popular with both tourists and locals. If you like to stay active, its neighbouring beaches are ideal for surfing and body boarding.

Party in Pacha Nightclub

Party in Pacha Nightclub

This lively town is a fabulous holiday party spot even hosting its own Pacha nightclub – the little sister to the legendary venue in Ibiza. There are plenty of chilled out bars along the beachfront if you want to sip cocktails by the sand or check out the late-opening night clubs, bars, and pubs dotted all over town.

Food and Drink in Las Palmas

Food and Drink in Las Palmas

Las Palmas is well known for its fantastic selection of restaurants and whatever cuisine you prefer you’ll be sure to find it here. You'll find delicious tapas restaurants serving up traditional dishes while international restaurants offer everything from your classic curry to wood-fired pizza. Spend the day lounging on Los Cancajos beach and enjoy a fantastic, fresh seafood lunch.

Visit Calle Triana

Visit Calle Triana

No vacation or holiday is complete without a visit to the souvenir shop, so why would your Las Palmas holidays be any different? Las Palmas is filled with numerous souvenir shops and small stalls selling jewellery and scarves. There are large and luxurious department stores as well. If you’re looking for a more traditional experience then Calle Triana, located in the heart of the old town, is the place to head for its variety of small, local shops and boutiques.

Getting Around Las Palmas

🚌 Transport in the Las Palmas Region

Gran Canaria is easy to navigate with a range of transport readily available. The public buses are a cheap way for visitors to explore the island, but most visitors tend to use taxis and hire cars as it offers that extra flexibility during your stay. The islands are full of cycling and hiking trails for active travellers.

Travelling by bus or carThere are regular bus services that leave from most of the main resorts and stop at the island’s famous attractions. The smaller, local buses are slightly less reliable. Check with your hotel for updated timetables. Hiring a car is cheap, easy and highly recommended. The island’s main roads are easy to navigate and well looked after, but the smaller roads can be somewhat of a challenge. Driving is on the left-hand side here.
Passports and Visas

British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Gran Canaria, but must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, For more information and advice, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain/entry-requirements or the Foreign Office at www.fco.gov.uk/en/

Health and Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. For more info, see www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain/health

Vaccinations

No jabs are required to travel to Spain. The World Health Organisation (WHO), however, recommends that all travellers should have certain vaccinations before leaving the UK so be sure to check with your GP at least 6 weeks before travelling.

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