Gran Canaria Top Spots

Docking in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria? Don’t miss the chance to discover this breathtaking island! With limited time ashore, the best way to experience Gran Canaria’s diverse landscapes and vibrant culture is by booking a private tour or guided shore excursion. Below, we’ve curated the must-see attractions by region—so you can pick the perfect adventure for your cruise stop. 

Las Palmas & Northern Gran Canaria  

• Las Canteras Beach: One of Europe’s best urban beaches, with golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Perfect for a relaxing stroll or a quick swim before heading back to your cruise.  You can combine it with city highlights, perfect for a seamless half-day trip!  

• Vegueta (Historic Old Town): Wander through this historical quater, model to bild the cities in America, dicover its cobbled streets, admire colonial architecture, and visit the Cathedral of Santa Ana and Casa de Colón (Columbus’ House). Enjoy the experience to discovering the flavors of the canarian gastronomy at Vegueta's Market.  A cultural must-see!  

• Bandama Caldera: A massive volcanic crater with stunning views. Ideal for nature lovers and photographers! Best way to visit it is to join guided volcano and wine tour**—yes, there’s wine tasting too!  

• Arucas & Rum Distillery: One of the gems of Gran Canaria, this wonderful village hosts the iconic Neogothic San Juan Bautista Church and one of the best and unknown botanical gardens of the Island. For rum lovers Arucas is an unmiss stop, next to the village you'll find the oldest rum distillery of Europe, where you can taste the famous honey rum.

• Teror: This traditional village is the Religius simbol of the Island, here you'll be impressed by the traditional Canarian architecture and its traditional balconies, you can combine it with Arucas.

• The Wine Region: If you are a wine lover, you must explore this region,  visit its vinyards where you'll get to know about the history of the wine tradition and taste the incomparable Canarian Wine.

If you want to explore Las Palmas & Northern Gran Canaria here are the links to book the best shore excursions 

Gran Canaria Highlights  -  Gran Canaria Rum Tour & Traditional Villages - Gran Canaria Volcanoes & wine region 

Southern Gran Canaria – Sun, Sand & Adventure

• Maspalomas Dunes: A surreal desert-like landscape right by the ocean. Walk the dunes and feel like in the Sahara, an amazing and unique experience!  

•  Aguimes: This lovely traditional village is the perfect place to have a walk, enjoy the coulorful canarian houses, admire the best neoclassic church of Gran Canaria, a town you must visit if you are looking for no crowded turist spots.

• Puerto de Mogán: Known as "Little Venice," this picturesque fishing village boasts colorful houses, flower-lined canals, and a relaxed vibe, perfect for a leisurely seaside lunch and stunning photos.

• Fataga: A small village surounded of the Canarian endemic Palms, located in the middel of one of the 18 ravines that Gran Canaria has, this villages offers you the experince to go back in the time and know how life has in the old times.

• La Fortaleza: One of the most amazing spots of Gran Canaria, the place where the last group of natives hidde from the spanish conquerors, a place to behold the magnificens of the nature

Would you like to reserve your Southern Gran Canaria adventure today? here's the link to book the best shore excursion

Gran Canaria Southern Treasures

Central Mountains & Authentic Villages

• Pico de Las Nieves & Roque Nublo: Gran Canaria’s iconic natural monument, a 80mts hugh volcanic monolit located at the Sacred Mountains. A must for nature lovers!  Easiest way to visit? Join a guided private tour from Las Palmas port.  

• Tejeda: Voted one of Spain’s most beautiful villages, Tejeda offers charming streets, almond-blossom scenery (in winter), and local artisan treats if you love swests, this your town!  

• Artenara: The highest village on the Island, its cave houses and stunning volcano landscape will amaze you!  A hidden gem at the sacred peaks that you can't miss. 

• Caldera de Los Marteles: Just a few minutes away from Pico de Las Nieves, you can visit this incredible Caldera, part of the line the volcanoes that created part of the north of the Island, here from monday to saturday, you'll find the best quiosk to buy traditional products at the best price.

Want to explore Gran Canaria must impresive landscapes? Click on the following links to book the best tour Volcanoes and wine tour or Iconic Villages and picnic

Western Gran Canaria – Wild Coast & Hidden Gems  

• Puerto de las Nieves: A quaint coastal town with dramatic cliffs, fresh seafood, and the famous dragon tail mountain chain, a peaceful escape from crowded tourist spots.  

• Agaete & Natural Pools: Visit coffee plantations (yes, Europe’s only coffee!) and soak in volcanic rock pools by the sea.  

• Gáldar: Gran Canaria's old capital on the prehispanic times, visiting this unique village you'll get to know more about Gran Canaria's natives and see the oldes dragon Tree on the Island.

• La Casa del Queso: If you want to enjoy a nice gastro experience this is the place, take the chance to taste the amazing Queso de Flor a unique cheese produced only in Gran Canaria.

Wondering which is the best option to discover western Gran Canaria? Click here and get the chance to book the best experience during your cruise stop.

Limited Time? Don’t Risk Missing Out! Gran Canaria is packed with beauty, but cruise stops are short. Book you shore excursion now and enjoy a seamless, unforgettable day on the island!  

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Need help choosing? Contact Blick Gran Canaria staff for personalized recommendations!  

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