You want to visit Gran Canaria and are wondering where to go: Las Palmas or Maspalomas?We love both destinations. The choice is difficult, but we're here to help you with our opinions on specific criteria.Here's our Las Palmas vs Maspalomas battle with tips and photos: Las Palmas or Maspalomas: comparison summary Short answer You'll find that the two destinations offer very different experiences on the same island. Which may surprise you!Las Palmas is ideal if you're looking for cultural … [Read more...] about Las Palmas or Maspalomas: where to go?
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Village Fataga (Gran Canaria): things to do
Fataga is a picturesque village perched in the mountains of Gran Canaria. With its traditional houses, spectacular views and authentic atmosphere, this small town won us over with its unique charm. Discover our ideas for what to do in Fataga, illustrated with photos that will make you want to go. Bonus: useful tips and additional activities. Here's our guide to the must-see places in Fataga, Gran Canaria, and useful tips for planning your visit. Is the village of Fataga worth a visit? Yes, … [Read more...] about Village Fataga (Gran Canaria): things to do
Santo Domingo Church (Las Palmas): visit + photos
If you're planning to spend a few days in Las Palmas, we invite you to discover the Vegueta district, in the old town. Here you can visit theSanto Domingo church, in the shadow of its pretty eponymous square. Here are some useful tips for planning your visit to Santo Domingo Church in Las Palmas. Is a visit to Santo Domingo Church worthwhile? Yes, the church is well worth a visit. Away from the tourist hustle and bustle of the seafront, it offers a more intimate atmosphere in the heart of the … [Read more...] about Santo Domingo Church (Las Palmas): visit + photos
10 best things to do in Arucas (Gran Canaria) + photos
Arucas is a charming town in the north of Gran Canaria, nicknamed the "Town of Flowers". With its impressive neo-Gothic church, narrow streets steeped in history, museums and famous rum distillery, this small town offers an immersion in authentic Canarian culture. We were seduced by its architectural heritage, fashioned from the local blue stone. Here's our guide to the must-see places in the town of Arucas on Gran Canaria, and some useful tips for planning your visit. Is the town of Arucas … [Read more...] about 10 best things to do in Arucas (Gran Canaria) + photos
9 best boat trips in Gran Canaria (2025)
If you have time during your trip, we suggest you take at least one boat trip to Gran Canaria. It's a great way to admire the island from afar, enjoy the volcanoes and maybe see some dolphins and whales. Grab your hat, bathing suit, towel, sunscreen and get ready to embark! Here's our selection of the best boat trips in Gran Canaria. 1. Dolphin-watching trips on Gran Canaria Why do we recommend this tour? One of the best boat tours in Gran Canaria is to see the dolphins in southern Gran … [Read more...] about 9 best boat trips in Gran Canaria (2025)
12 best excursions in Gran Canaria (reviews + photos)
We loved exploring Gran Canaria, an island where we made many excursions. Between desert dunes, sandy beaches and volcanic mountains, you'll discover picturesque villages and exceptional landscapes! Use our practical tips and our many photos to plan your ideal getaway. See our selection of the 12 best excursions in Gran Canaria to make your choice! Our 3 favorite Gran Canaria excursions Before discovering our detailed opinions on each of the selected excursions, here are our 3 favorites: 1. … [Read more...] about 12 best excursions in Gran Canaria (reviews + photos)
