Gran Canaria is the third-largest island and second most populated island in the Canary Islands. It has a rich history of civilisations along with the longest coastline and numerous beaches. The island receives an astonishing sunshine throughout the year each year for the tourists looking for winter sun. The island offers the best natural beauty for sightseeing, weekend party, and hiking adventures.
While visiting the island for a relaxing break with family, you can check out this website to find few delightful and traditional Canarian restaurants for some truly excellent seafood. Gran Canaria is the treasure of the Canary Islands and has numerous incredible and diverse landscapes. It was recognized as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2005.
What to do in Gran Canaria?
Here are the things to do in Gran Canaria during your holiday trip.
- Go around the island – You can take a bus or hire a jeep safari accompanied by a certified local guide to visit the most exemplary places on the Island.
- Take a boat trip – There are many boat trips available in Gran Canaria to get the thrilling and astonishing feel of the marine watching the whale and dolphin. You can also go for fishing while enjoying a boat party.
- Enjoy water activities – Some of the Gran Canaria beaches offer the most demanding water activities like parasailing flights, jet-ski tours, banana boat rides, and kayak rental.
- Drive a buggy – For some amazing off-road adventures, you may take a buggy safari to drive through the island in Gran Canaria.
- A camel or horse riding – If you love riding a horse or a camel, you can move across the valleys of the island to discover its natural beauty.
- Visit a theme park – Palmitos park zoo, Sioux City park, Aqualand water park, and Holliday World amusement park are some of the most popular theme parks in Gran Canaria to enjoy with your friends and family.
- Enjoy thrill of hiking or diving – Gran Canaria has good weather throughout the year which makes it possible to enjoy the thrills of hiking and diving across the coastal of the island.
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What are the places to visit in Gran Canaria?
Below are some of the most popular places in the island to visit and enjoy different activities.
- Las Palmas – It is the capital of Gran Canaria and has a stunning beach, Las Canteras. There you can relax and enjoy sunbath and surfing. It has rich historical monuments and museums. Nearby, the crater of the volcano of Caldera de Bandama is the best place for hiking.
- Town of Firgas – It is one of the most charming village in Gran Canaria due to its stunning pedestrian walkways by the side of a waterfall lined with mosaics. You can also explore many gorgeous churches and beautiful Canarian buildings.
- Guayadeque Ravine – It is declared as a Natural Monument and a World Heritage Site for its beautiful canyons. There are many houses and restaurants that are carved in the mountain.
- Maspalomas – The dunes of Maspalomas has formed most beautiful and stunning landscape. Here, you may visit the Maspalomas Lighthouse which is the oldest working lighthouses on these Islands.
