Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is home to the Pueblo Canario, a facsimile of a traditional Canarian village in the heart of the capital. Visit Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's Urban Village Wander around exploring the impressive collection of flora including giant cacti as well as small lakes and streams. This garden displays both native and imported plants. Gran Canaria's botanic garden is living proof that anything grows on the island. You can, however, take a city bus to within walking distance of Tafira's Jardín Botánico Viera y Clavijo. You can then hike down to the bottom of the 200m-deep cauldron. The city buses don't go out as far as Caldera de Bandama, instead, take a Global bus heading to Santa Brígida. This volcanic crater and geological wonder is located towards the outer limits of the city. Located on the doorstep of the city is a natural wonder called the Caldera de Bandama or the 'Cauldron of Bandama'. This promenade is best enjoyed with an ice cream purchased from one of the many parlours. Walk along the Paseo de Las Canteras promenade, situated along Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's premier beach - Playa de las Canteras. Locals also enjoy taking a stroll through Triana - the city's main pedestrianised shopping area, part of the city's historic centre with a mix of emblematic buildings and architecture. The Avenida Marítima connects the pretty fishing village of San Cristóbal, arguably the best place to eat in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (especially if you're a fish and seafood enthusiast), with Playa de Alcaravaneras. Understandably, they like to take advantage of this and one of the most popular ways of doing so is to cycle, skate or simply walk along the Avenida Marítima.

The residents of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria enjoy the second-best climate in the world. This admiral, who is a hero in England was considered more of a villain in Spanish waters. Here you'll be able to meet the descendants of those who stood up to the naval attack of the fearsome pirate, Sir Francis Drake. Wander down narrow streets and enjoy panoramic views of the city.Īnother neighbourhood worth checking out is La Isleta, which is one of the most historic areas in the city. Formerly more disadvantaged neighbourhoods, they are now an iconic image of the city. The irregularity of house shapes is due to the fact that the vast majority were self-constructed homes.

Sitting at the top of a cliff, this area was one of the first to be inhabited on the island. Visit one of the city's neighbourhoods such as Arenales, which is home to both the El Obelisco monument and the inspiring institution, Casa África.Ĭlimb up to the colourful barrios of San Nicolas and San Juan. However, if you venture a little further out, your efforts will be rewarded. No holiday to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is complete without visiting the city centre. Here, in no particular order, are our top 12 tips for getting most out of your visit to the capital of Gran Canaria.

There's plenty to see and do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

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