{"id":10096,"date":"2026-07-13T18:02:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T18:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/viewpoint-at-the-balcony-gran-canaria-access-photos\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T18:24:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T18:24:48","slug":"mirador-del-balcon-gran-canaria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/mirador-del-balcon-gran-canaria\/","title":{"rendered":"Mirador del Balcon (Gran Canaria): access + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mirador del Balc\u00f3n overlooks the volcanic cliffs along the And\u00e9n Verde Road on the northwest coast of Gran Canaria. We were deeply impressed by this glass platform suspended in mid-air\u2014an experience that was as spectacular as it was a little dizzying. All our tips for visiting the Mirador del Balc\u00f3n along the And\u00e9n Verde route in Gran Canaria: access, parking, type of view, and practical information.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mirador-del-Balcon-Gran-Canaria.jpg\" alt=\"Balcon Viewpoint, Gran Canaria\" class=\"wp-image-10066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mirador-del-Balcon-Gran-Canaria.jpg 800w, https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mirador-del-Balcon-Gran-Canaria-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mirador-del-Balcon-Gran-Canaria-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mirador-del-Balcon-Gran-Canaria-702x526.jpg 702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_worth_stopping_at_Mirador_del_Balcon\"><\/span>Is it worth stopping at Mirador del Balc\u00f3n?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, this stop is definitely worth the detour. We were captivated by the glass platform that juts out over the void. From this suspended structure, you can see the colorful geological strata that crisscross the cliff, alternating between dark rocks and bands of ochre and red.<br\/>It&#8217;s one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-landscapes-gran-canaria-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most beautiful landscapes in Gran Canaria<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also appreciate that this site serves as an astronomical observation point\u2014a dual purpose that is quite rare for a viewpoint in Gran Canaria.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-vfhrcVK\/0\/KtL6K78jW3ssdT79VwP8HnkZhw387wmrbfKD5Ff8s\/L\/mirador_balcon-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"view from the lookout point\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_viewpoint_%E2%80%93_Map\"><\/span>Where is the viewpoint? &#8211; Map<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Road: GC-200, the And\u00e9n Verde Road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>West coast of Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-la-aldea-san-nicolas-gran-canaria-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3723\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Aldea de San Nicol\u00e1s<\/a> Beach = 10 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"909\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete<\/a> = 35 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stops are possible in both directions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>here&#8217;s a map to help you find your way:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/map-Mirador-del-Balcon-Gran-Canaria.jpg\" alt=\"Map of Mirador del Balc&#xF3;n, Gran Canaria\" class=\"wp-image-10078\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">A LITTLE MORE <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">patience<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">All the photos, maps, information and addresses you need to make <strong>your stay in the Canaries<\/strong> a success will <strong>soon<\/strong> be available in a single ebook!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius-waitlist gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ebooks_CorseNormandie_FR.png\" alt=\"Box Ebook Corsica FR\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Access\"><\/span>Access<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the main road, GC-2, access is via Route GC-200. It&#8217;s a paved road that narrows a little toward the end, but it&#8217;s easy. There is a safety barrier, as you can see in the photo below.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-H56bs3Z\/0\/Ls9wBZrVBSvgcBHqQBFM3mhcbdnkpzW3Pck2dCVXN\/L\/mirador_balcon-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador del Balc&#xF3;n - Access Road\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parking\"><\/span>Parking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s a small parking lot at the destination. We had no trouble parking in this open area, just a few steps from the glass platform. You&#8217;ll also find a mobile food stand selling drinks and snacks on site.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-DFxtL3V\/0\/MzkdbrXjtSFGMsbrDPvjgDDGjXcb8bjhssmz2zNSR\/L\/mirador_balcon-05-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador del Balc&#xF3;n Parking Lot\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Access_from_the_parking_lot%E2%80%94challenges\"><\/span>Access from the parking lot\u2014challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the parking lot, you&#8217;ll need to go down a flight of stairs to reach the glass platform.<br\/>If you have mobility issues or are afraid of heights, the view from the parking lot is still worth it, even if you can&#8217;t go down.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">OUR TIPS TO RENT A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Tenerife<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain-canary-islands\/tenerife?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re planning to explore the mountains, don <strong>&#8216;t<\/strong> take <strong>the smallest cars<\/strong>. A more powerful engine will be more comfortable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>But don&#8217;t take too big a car either, as some roads are narrow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s a lot of demand and it&#8217;s an island, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large voiture_image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Tenerife\/Driving\/i-D3dJ4xj\/1\/e6e34cdd\/L\/tenerife-rental-car-driving-L.jpg\" alt=\"driving in tenerife\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/spain-canary-islands\/tenerife?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See available cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-tenerife-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read our tips<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_moment\"><\/span>Best moment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lookout tower faces the Atlantic Ocean on the west coast of Gran Canaria. Plan your visit for late afternoon to enjoy the low-angle light on the cliffs. At night, this site also serves as an astronomical observation point\u2014an ideal location for stargazing, far from light pollution. We find this dual role\u2014daytime and nighttime\u2014to be quite rare from a purely traffic perspective.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"View_description\"><\/span>View description<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A glass platform suspended over the void<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mirador del Balc\u00f3n observation deck is built on a metal and glass structure that juts out over the void. A glass railing surrounds the space, while a section of the floor\u2014which is also made of glass\u2014reveals the rock and the sea several dozen meters below.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-dVKfMpF\/0\/KLVRLxxfnq2gtpL8WDgG47dpGwSPggPmNR5GvtLRx\/L\/mirador_balcon-09-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador del Balc&#xF3;n - A glass platform suspended over the void\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We felt a rather strong sense of emptiness when we stepped onto this transparent section. This allows you to see the base of the cliff without leaving the platform\u2014a design that offers a change from traditional stone lookout points. We find that this contemporary architecture nevertheless blends discreetly into the surrounding volcanic landscape.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The views stretch out on both sides. At the beginning of the article, you saw the &#8220;tail&#8221; of Gran Canaria, which is the most photographed part. Here is the view in the other direction:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-FZ2Rvwx\/0\/KbvjZ6hN3zmSw7pcnm6Dkm7QGN4NPt8HMKLmxK36M\/L\/mirador_balcon-10-L.jpg\" alt=\"View from another direction\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The geological strata of the cliffs<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you look at the rock face below the platform, you can make out several strata in contrasting colors, ranging from the dark gray of the volcanic rock to the ochre and red hues of certain mineral layers. We find this color gradient particularly easy to make out from this elevated vantage point.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These colorful bands stretch across the cliff for quite a distance, extending all the way to the neighboring hills that plunge into the ocean. We appreciate being able to see, at a glance, several million years of the island\u2019s geological history.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-Hx58zXV\/0\/K9bjn35KqN4GvDzj4XVjCsgm3M3rK3zHmvb2FKVKZ\/L\/mirador_balcon-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador del Balc&#xF3;n - The geological strata of the cliffs\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A place to stargaze<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mirador del Balc\u00f3n is one of the astronomical observation points listed along this section of the And\u00e9n Verde Road. A sign posted on site explains how to locate the North Star and several constellations visible from this spot on the coast. We find this information useful for anyone who wants to return at night, once traffic on the road has died down.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This way, you can combine a daytime visit\u2014to enjoy the view of the sea and the cliffs\u2014with a nighttime return trip dedicated to stargazing. We recommend checking the weather conditions before planning an evening of stargazing, as winds can be strong on this exposed stretch.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/La-Aldea-de-San-Nicolas\/Mirador-del-Balcon\/i-56vdLH8\/0\/NHnbvWPbgKppMqNPmj5JQQh6V6fMF2fSRw9mPf7MB\/L\/mirador_balcon-07-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador del Balc&#xF3;n - A Spot for Stargazing\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">FUN in Gran Canaria<span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">:activities<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=Gran+Canaria+dauphins&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Dolphin watching<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/grande-canarie-l418\/grande-canarie-circuit-guide-en-buggy-t212850\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Buggy \/ Quad<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/grande-canarie-l418\/las-palmas-sortie-de-snorkeling-de-3-h-a-las-canteras-t214674\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Snorkeling<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/grande-canarie-l418\/las-palmas-excursion-en-kayak-au-coucher-du-soleil-et-plongee-en-apnee-t427329\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Kayaking in the Mogan caves<\/a><br\/>But also: Canyoning, Horse riding, Via Ferrata, Coasteering&#8230;  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s?q=Gran+Canaria&amp;searchSource=8&amp;themes=adrenaline-water_sports-water_activities&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See all options<\/a><br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Dolphins\/i-jm9TqbK\/0\/FfCW9g6J4ktRThBvpCKBJj4hF9RmM25RzS56zgJqN\/S\/Gran-Canaria-dolphins-S.jpg\" alt=\"Dolphins in Gran Canaria\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearest_attractions\"><\/span>Nearest attractions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plan your day by combining an attraction with this view. For example:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Village of San Nicol\u00e1s,  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The cactus park: Cactualdea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Parks\/i-zNgJMcf\/0\/K4Dx6zN8LpT3hkQ5L5wS9v36J8WJ4fJkz3BjVchgq\/L\/cactaldea-L.jpg\" alt=\"Cactualdea\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Gran Canaria<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-gran-canaria-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Our favorite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/marina-suites.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Marina Suites Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Select by hotel type:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-gran-canaria-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5-star hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-boutique-hotels-gran-canaria-charm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best boutique-hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-adults-only-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best adults-only hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Best all-inclusive hotels (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-family-hotels-gran-canaria-kids-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels for families<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Select by city:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-las-palmas-gran-canaria-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-maspalomas-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Masplomas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-playa-ingles-gran-canaria-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Playa del Ingles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-puerto-rico-gran-canaria-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Puerto Rico<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-puerto-mogan-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Puerto de Mogan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleurs-hotels-5-etoiles-meloneras-luxe-avis-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5-star hotel in Meloneras<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Puerto-Rico\/Hotel-Marina-Suites\/i-wMm7CH4\/0\/FdXHP96thzS3vRrTp3H2F4hh8q7cKtZg5BpKMDFBB\/S\/Hotel-marina-suites-pool-2-S.jpg\" alt=\"hotel pool\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"><span>PLAN<\/span> YOUR TRIP TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Gran Canaria<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ul_box wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-landscapes-gran-canaria-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful landscapes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-cities-gran-canaria-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns and villages<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful beaches<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-gran-canaria-lagoons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-archaeological-sites-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Archaeological sites<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-museums-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best museums<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleures-excursions-bateau-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best boat tours<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-gran-canaria-secret-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Secret places, off the beaten track<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best-of\/i-8qV2fwm\/0\/98eb2a07\/S\/Roque-Nublo-S.jpg\" alt=\"Roque Nublo\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">25 tips for a successful trip to Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-time-visit-gran-canaria-weather\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When to go?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-gran-canaria-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to get around<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/renting-car-gran-canaria-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to rent a car in Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/driving-gran-canaria-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driving tips<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleures-excursions-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best excursions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-5-days-gran-canaria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-6-days-gran-canaria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-gran-canaria-one-week-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-10-days-gran-canaria-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-gran-canaria-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Driving\/i-rqnNnCs\/1\/4b657343\/S\/gran-Canaria-rental-car-driving-3-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Gran Canaria\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The must-dos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-las-palmas-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Las Palmas and its historic center<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/dolphin-watching-gran-canaria-whales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolphin watching in Gran Canaria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/dunes-maspalomas-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maspalomas dunes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-puerto-mogan-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Puerto de Mogan (Little Venice)<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agaete and its natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-aguimes-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The magnificent town of Ag\u00fcimes<\/a><br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best-of\/i-wqpn8vC\/0\/85607396\/S\/Gran-Canaria-dolphins-S.jpg\" alt=\"Dolphin in Gran Canaria\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><img 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We were deeply impressed by this glass platform suspended in mid-air\u2014an experience that was as spectacular as it was a little dizzying. All our tips for visiting the Mirador del Balc\u00f3n along the And\u00e9n Verde [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10069,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[41],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10096","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-gran-canaria-en","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Mirador del Balcon (Gran Canaria): access + photos<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Tips and advice for enjoying the view at Mirador del Balc\u00f3n (Gran 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