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Start here!Here are our top articles to help you plan your trip to Gran Canaria.Quite simply.<\/p>\n\n

<\/span>1. Decide if and when Gran Canaria is the right destination for you<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Why go to Gran Canaria<\/a>Most beautiful landscapes<\/a>Best things to do in Gran Canaria<\/a>When to go?<\/a>How many days<\/a>How safe is Gran Canaria?<\/a>Gran Canaria in winter<\/a><\/p>\n\n

\"Maspalomas<\/figure>\n\n

<\/span>2. Choose where to stay<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Where to stay in Gran Canaria<\/a>Gran Canaria: North or South?<\/a><\/p>\n\n

5-star hotels<\/a>Boutique-Hotels<\/a>Hotels for families<\/a>Best Adults-only hotels<\/a><\/p>\n\n

<\/span>3. Itineraries: inspiration for planning<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

3 days4 days 5 days<\/a> 6 days<\/a> 1 week<\/a> 10 days<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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<\/span>4. Choose your favourite attractions<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Most beautiful towns (and villages)<\/a>Most beautiful beaches<\/a>Best natural pools<\/a>Archaeological sites<\/a>Best restaurants<\/a>Best museums<\/a>Secret places<\/a>Best restaurants<\/a>Amusement parks<\/a><\/p>\n\n

<\/span>5. Practical preparation tips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

How to get around<\/a>Rent a car in Gran Canaria<\/a>Driving in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/p>\n\n

\"Driving<\/figure>\n\n

<\/span>6. Find out more about the city you’ve chosen to stay in<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Maspalomas: attractions<\/a> – hotels<\/a> – excursions<\/a>Playa del Ingles: attractions<\/a> – hotels<\/a>Meloneras: attractions<\/a> – hotels<\/a>Puerto de Mogan: what to do<\/a> – hotels<\/a> – restaurants<\/a>Puerto Rico: what to do<\/a> – hotels<\/a> – restaurants<\/a><\/p>\n\n

<\/span>7. The must-haves<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Agaete<\/a>Maspalomas dunes<\/a>Agu\u00efmes<\/a>Roque Nublo<\/a>Barranco de Guayadeque<\/a><\/p>\n\n

\"Aguïmes\"\/<\/figure>\n\n
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