Gran Canaria attractions

Gran Canaria beaches:

• For lively beaches head to the resorts of Playa del Ingles, Mapalomas and San Augustin which have a mix of lively beaches for you to choose from, with plenty of bars and cafes providing refreshments at the top.
• If you are looking for something quiet on the beaches head to Puerto Mogan where you will find a small protected beach perfect for lazing in the sun all day.
• For water sports head to the Puerto Rico beach where you can enjoy a whole host of water sports. Googles and trunks at the ready.

Gran Canaria activities:

• Why not the treat the kids to a day away from the beaches on your Gran Canaria holiday, there are three water parks for you to choose from.
• Gran Canaria has the perfect terrain for biking and hiking, hire a bike and explore the beautiful natural scenery.
• Gran Canaria is steeped in culture and history and a visit to the Museo de Castilian is well worth a visit.

Gran Canaria nightlife:

• Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas are great night spots, with plenty of bars and clubs to keep you on your feet dancing the night away, Kasbah is where you will find many of the bars in Playa del Ingles.
• For a quiet night out head to the fishing port of Puerto Mogan, here you will find restaurants and bars lining the beachfront offering a variety of cuisines.

Other attractions to see and do in Gran Canaria:

• Why not take a glass bottomed boat trip around the island on your Gran Canaria holiday and take in the sights of what lies beneath.
• Head to Sioux City and try your hand at some scuba diving.
• See the city of Las Palmas in all its beauty, take open top tour bus around the city and take in the sights and sounds of the largest city in the Canaries.

Useful Gran Canaria information:

• Visit the Canary Island tourist board for more information on holidays in Gran Canaria