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You're probably familiar with the resorts of Maspalomas, Playa del Ingles and Puerto Rico, which have been pulling in holidaymakers, particularly from the UK, for decades. But outside of these tourist hotspots, how much do you know about the incredible diversity to be found on the rest of the island?
Gran Canaria is often described as a miniature continent, thanks partly to its
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Getting Around
Gran Canaria is easy to navigate, even if you choose not to hire a car. Walking is recommended in resort, but local buses (guaguas) operate all over the island. Your hotel with have more timetable info. Taxis are also plentiful, and most are metered but agree on a fare first, just to be sure. Ferries and water buses are also available, with services to other Canary Islands, too.
Many people who visit Gran Canaria opt to hire a car to explore the island at their own pace, without having to stick to an excursion timetable. Hire prices are competitive, and you drive on the right.
Hit the Beaches
Gran Canaria boasts more than 80 beaches and 236km of coastline, so you’re sure to find just the right spot. To help you get started, here are our favourites.
Maspalomas is the most iconic image of the island, no holiday in Gran Canaria is complete without a visit to the incredible sand dunes of Playa de Maspalomas.
Playa de Gui Gui is a remote beach is well hidden and takes a challenging hike to reach. Make the effort and you’ll be rewarded with one of the most beautiful beaches here.
Playa del Ingles is not the most beautiful, but this beach is plenty of fun. Lots of watersports, lots of amusements on the promenade, and perfectly calm waters.
Playa de Puerto Rico is a spectacular white sand beach fringed with palm trees is right next to the town centre, so couldn’t be more convenient.
Playa de Las Canteras is a great beach right in the capital city of Las Palmas. Pack your snorkel for a visit, as there’s abundant marine life here.
Family Holidays
Planning a family holiday in Gran Canaria? Check out our top kid-friendly things to do.
Experience the American Wild West in the small town of Sioux City Park. Originally created as a film set, today you’ll find cowboy shows, BBQs and line dancing plus a small zoo. Yee-haw!
Poema del Mar is a large and impressive aquarium, divided into three areas: shallow water marine ecosystems, deep water marine ecosystems, and freshwater ecosystems, all teeming with life.
Amadores Fun Park is an inflatable obstacle course in the sea - what could possibly be more fun? A sure-fire hit with the kids.
Hangar 37 is the best airsoft (like paintball, but less painful) theme park in Europe. Put your aim to the test in this huge battle area complete with trenches, cellars and real tanks.
Family holidays to Gran Canaria just wouldn’t be right without a visit to Parque Acuático Oasis Lago Taurito waterpark. Kids young and old will have a blast on the slides and tubes here.
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