{"id":2715,"date":"2024-08-14T09:51:52","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T09:51:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/guide-voyage-gran-canaria-conseils\/"},"modified":"2026-01-09T13:13:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T13:13:40","slug":"gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Gran Canaria travel guide: our 25 tips (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Travelling to Gran Canaria: paradisiacal <strong>beaches<\/strong>, rock formations, dunes, inspiring <strong>villages<\/strong>&#8230; The island will offer you an unforgettable vacation!<br\/>But to make sure <strong>your trip to Gran Canaria is a success<\/strong>, it&#8217;s best to have a few things in mind and be well prepared.<br\/>On this page, we&#8217;ve put together <strong>all our Fuerteventura travel tips<\/strong> to help you make the right choices and find the trip that&#8217;s right for you: when, how, where&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Travel-tips-Gran-Canaria.jpg\" alt=\"Gran Canaria travel tips\" class=\"wp-image-2653\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>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<div style=\"padding-left:5%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Content<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#The_essentials_for_a_successful_trip_to_Gran_Canaria\" >The essentials for a successful trip to Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Tip_1_When_to_go_to_Gran_Canaria\" >Tip 1. When to go to Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Tip_2_How_long_to_stay\" >Tip 2. How long to stay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Tips_3_to_6_How_to_get_to_Gran_Canaria\" >Tips 3 to 6. How to get to Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Tips_7_to_10_Where_to_go_in_Gran_Canaria\" >Tips 7 to 10. Where to go in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#10_a_13_Getting_around_Gran_Canaria\" >10 \u00e0 13. Getting around Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#14_to_17_%E2%80%93_Food_and_beverages\" >14 to 17 &#8211; Food and beverages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#18_to_21_%E2%80%93_Planning_your_vacation_in_Gran_Canaria\" >18 to 21 &#8211; Planning your vacation in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#22_to_25_%E2%80%93_Safety_when_travelling_to_Gran_Canaria\" >22 to 25 &#8211; Safety when travelling to Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Must-see_things_to_do_in_Gran_Canaria\" >Must-see things to do in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Itineraries_in_Gran_Canaria\" >Itineraries in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-tips-guide\/#Travelling_to_Gran_Canaria_FAQs\" >Travelling to Gran Canaria: FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_essentials_for_a_successful_trip_to_Gran_Canaria\"><\/span>The essentials for a successful trip to Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to read the whole article, here&#8217;s a summary of our answers. But you&#8217;ll find more detailed information in each section below.<\/p>\n\n<p>And let&#8217;s start with a beautiful photo to inspire you&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Hikes-nature\/i-WfQrQxZ\/0\/CrLgzm4q4HRMC5sgWkknswwBcbqQsZvGmwSzVLxfS\/L\/maspalomas-dunes-beach-L.jpg\" alt=\"Maspaloas dunes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">When to go<\/mark><\/strong><br\/>Gran Canaria&#8217;s temperatures are quite pleasant all year round. The peak season is between June and September, but that&#8217;s mainly because it&#8217;s vacation season in Europe. May, September and October are often excellent months to make the most of the island.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How long<\/mark><\/strong><br\/>We recommend a stay of between 7 and 10 days to discover the whole island.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Where to go in Gran Canaria  <\/mark><\/strong><br\/>Our favorite cities to stay are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Puerto de Mogan &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-puerto-mogan-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our selection of the best hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meloneras &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleurs-hotels-5-etoiles-meloneras-luxe-avis-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our selection of the best hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, in the south &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-las-palmas-gran-canaria-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our selection of the best hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>But the island is pretty big, so if you&#8217;re staying for 10 days, to cut down on driving time, you can spend 5 days in the south and 5 in the north.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Puerto-Rico\/Hotel-Marina-Suites\/i-gBMsq7N\/0\/C6PJrqTNdtsZr6H4D8w3wFMpsfqrd6qqt66XPXtC6\/L\/Hotel-marina-suites-pool-L.jpg\" alt=\"Marina Suites Hotel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Marina Suites Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>And our favorite hotels are:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Boutique-hotel: Hotel Marina Suites Gran Canaria in Puerto Rico &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/marina-suites.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5 stars: Hotel Santa Catalina, in Las Palmas &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/santa-catalina.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All inclusive resort: Hotel Lopesan Baobab in Meloneras &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/lopesan-baobab-resort.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family: Hotel Maspalomas Princess &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/maspalomas-princess.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">A simplified map for orientation<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a map to help you understand Gran Canaria&#8217;s well-known essentials:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/map-Most-beautiful-towns-in-Gran-Canaria-1024x683.png\" alt=\"map most beautiful cities Gran Canaria\" class=\"wp-image-755\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Large towns and villages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The airport on the east coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;ll find some in Maspalomas to the south, and Roque Nublo in the heart of the island.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How to get around<\/mark><\/strong><br\/>It may be tempting to stay in the hotels with their superb swimming pools and all amenities, but we recommend renting a car to discover the island&#8217;s magnificent landscapes. It&#8217;s really easy to drive &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain-canary-islands\/gran-canaria?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see the car offers on our favorite platform<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Our top 3 things to do<\/mark><\/strong><br\/>We love many places in Gran Canaria. Apart from discovering beautiful beaches, our top 3 are..:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the mountains in the center of the island<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a boat tour to see the dolphins &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/fuerteventura-l419\/morro-jable-croisiere-d-observation-des-dauphins-avec-boissons-et-arret-baignade-t404581\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><\/a><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\">See boat tour options<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the old town of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:#f9d563\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Not to worry<\/mark><\/strong><br\/>Travelling to Gran Canaria is easy enough.<br\/>Just remember to protect yourself from the sun and check the sea conditions before jumping in.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" 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-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 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 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\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">If you&#8217;d like to be notified when our <strong>guide to the Canaries<\/strong> is published, please 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When to go to Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>The Gran Canaria travel season is year-round.<br\/>It&#8217;s an island with very little rainfall, even in winter.<br\/>So there&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;ll enjoy sunny weather whatever the month.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Views\/i-qhPPFwH\/0\/pWQfsr7jpsJg37ZQqLZzPsj3pL8fCD9F3qZvQv6J\/L\/Mirador-pico-nieves-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mountain views\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Depending on what you&#8217;re looking for:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For guaranteed, substantial heat: June to September<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For swimming: July to October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For hiking and exploring: April, May, September and October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For winter sun: December to March (but the sea water is much lower).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>But here are a few things you should know:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crowd &#8211;<\/strong><br\/>The seaside resorts are very popular. And the circular route is always busy.<br\/>But as soon as you get away from the tourist spots in the mountains, it&#8217;s much quieter.<br\/>The island also gets quite a few tourists in winter, as people seek out the sun!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weather &#8211;<\/strong><br\/>Temperatures become very high in summer, are very pleasant in the intervening months and are always pleasant in winter. You&#8217;ll be able to walk around in a t-shirt during the day in winter, but you&#8217;ll just need a jacket for the evenings.<\/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\/Playas\/i-9v9gF8m\/0\/CSnwKn6KqJHR94GCvBXmq9HtzLm8hXj7zSC5fzfkh\/L\/playa-amoradores-L.jpg\" alt=\"Playa de Amarores\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Swimming &#8211;<\/strong><br\/>July to October are the best months to swim in the warm waters, once it has had time to warm up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Find out more in our article: <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-time-visit-gran-canaria-weather\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When to go to Gran Canaria<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_2_How_long_to_stay\"><\/span>Tip 2. How long to stay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>The island is fairly large but well spread out, with a circular road that makes it easy to get around.<br\/>Between Las Palmas and Puerto de Mogan, it&#8217;s a 1-hour drive by expressway.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re planning to enjoy the beach and the hotel, plan ahead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>However, if you want to discover the island&#8217;s most iconic sites, 5 days is enough (without a beach day).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And if you want to take a closer look at all the island has to offer, we recommend 7 to 10 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>See our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/how-many-days-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">deciding how long to stay.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a map with the main driving times to give you an idea:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Driving-times-Gran-Canaria-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Travel time Gran Canaria\" class=\"wp-image-2662\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map: driving times in Gran Canaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_3_to_6_How_to_get_to_Gran_Canaria\"><\/span>Tips 3 to 6. How to get to Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Where is Gran Canaria? In which country?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria is an island in the Canary Islands.<br\/>It is part of political Europe, being a territory of Spain.<br\/>In terms of geography, it lies to the east of the Canary Islands, not far from the Sahara coast of Africa.<\/p>\n\n<p>As it&#8217;s an island, you can get there by plane or ferry.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Flights to Gran Canaria<\/h3>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria airport is on the east coast, halfway between the capital and the tourist towns of the south.<br\/>Its code is LPA.<\/p>\n\n<p>Direct flights from many major European cities: Paris, London, Berlin, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Madrid, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Zurich, Milan, Leeds&#8230; Ryanair offers many low-cost flights to Gran Canaria.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/2838839\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001&amp;subId3=planifier-road-trip-co_amcid-7bYxozZPxNZrq733PFYmB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Discover flight options on Skyscanner<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Airport\/i-cg9MPsZ\/2\/L2fvDzJHzTJ8F4mNs8pSTjhXQ2LTnFjN8LRhZT3ww\/L\/arrival-airport-gran-Canaria-L.jpg\" alt=\"Getting to Gran Canaria by plane\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Ferry to Gran Canaria<\/h3>\n\n<p>You can also reach Gran Canaria from the other Canary Islands or from Cadiz in mainland Spain.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.directferries.fr\/?dfpid=1915&amp;affid=26&amp;rurl=fuerteventura.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>See ferry schedules and availability<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Visa and identity papers for Gran Canaria<\/h3>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria is part of Spain, and therefore within the Schengen area.<br\/>If you are one of them, you don&#8217;t need a visa. Otherwise, you need a Schengen Visa.<\/p>\n\n<p>For everyone, you need a valid ID to travel within the country, and also to take a plane or ferry.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_7_to_10_Where_to_go_in_Gran_Canaria\"><\/span>Tips 7 to 10. Where to go in Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Where to stay in Gran Canaria<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>There&#8217;s absolutely no better place to stay in Gran Canaria. It all depends on what you&#8217;re looking for. Here are some of our recommendations and more tips in <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-gran-canaria-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on where to stay in Gran Canaria<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Meloneras\/Ville\/i-t4QvmCK\/0\/r3KXZ4c2fGpjrd956QbHGwrVHNLHKvSmzThwGSsQ\/L\/meloneras-promenade-L.jpg\" alt=\"Meloneras\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Meloneras<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Meloneras<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>We fell in love with Meloneras because we love open spaces. We really felt like we could breathe.<br\/>Here you&#8217;ll find the great Maspalomas beach, the dunes and the wide seafront promenade.<br\/>This is where you&#8217;ll find the highest concentration of 5-star hotels on the island.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/meilleurs-hotels-5-etoiles-meloneras-luxe-avis-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our selection of the best hotels.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Playas\/i-z6tqLnm\/0\/DV9HWVVVMjvp5P29Rgn5S2WJFqts3mQ3g2tXvtqNq\/L\/playa-puerto-rico-L.jpg\" alt=\"Puerto Rico\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Puerto Rico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Puerto Rico<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Puerto Rico is one of the island&#8217;s most popular destinations, as it is the sunniest city and a lively but not overly large seaside resort.<br\/>It&#8217;s known for its pretty beach with calm waters, boat excursions and accommodation to suit all budgets.<br\/>It&#8217;s easy to explore the center of town, although you should be aware that it&#8217;s a valley and the hotels on the charque side can be well above beach level.<\/p>\n\n<p>See our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-puerto-rico-gran-canaria-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best hotels<\/a>.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-puerto-rico-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the city&#8217;s attractions.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Villages-towns\/i-RKLdfbZ\/0\/FW9GgGW7tBCwtR8QbgxsJbzDFvCRqVxcj3HLMMnrF\/L\/Puerto-de-mogan-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Puerto de Mogan\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Puerto de Mogan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Puerto de Mogan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Puerto de Mogan is one of Gran Canaria&#8217;s best-known towns. Tourists have nicknamed it Gran Canaria&#8217;s &#8220;Little Venice&#8221; because part of the town around the port has a few canals. We loved its different neighborhoods, its simplicity and its atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-puerto-mogan-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our selection of the best hotels.<\/a><br\/>See our article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-puerto-mogan-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best attractions in Puerto de Mogan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Las-Palmas\/Old-town\/i-nV2GrwC\/0\/bNv9Fk3q4Cj4cNgCHhngktSf4XD4DD4DRBK28KNv\/L\/las-palmas-gran-canaria-old-town-4-L.jpg\" alt=\"Playa del Castillo, Caleta de Fuste\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Playa del Castillo, Caleta de Fuste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Old town of Las Palmas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>We fell in love with the old town of Las Palmas and its hotels.<br\/>If you&#8217;re looking for refined boutique hotels and a sense of time travel, this is the place for you, in the Vegueta and Triana districts.<br\/>You&#8217;ll be surrounded by excellent restaurants and museums.<br\/>On the other hand, no easy access to a beach.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/where-stay-las-palmas-gran-canaria-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\">See our selection of the best hotels in Las Palmas<\/a> (whole city).<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-las-palmas-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the best attractions in Las Palmas<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>But there&#8217;s also the Playa de las Canteras area in Las Palmas, Playa del Ingles in Maspalomas, Agaete&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Best hotels in Gran Canaria<\/h3>\n\n<p>If the hotel is more important to you than the location, some of our favorite hotels are:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Puerto-Rico\/Hotel-Gloria-Palace-Amadores\/i-RXKb97G\/0\/DHTSgWZx8rjtTMfJTBCPdNzFHPKf8KNSSF3DKLQG5\/L\/Hotel-Gloria-palace-pool-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Gloria Palace Royal\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel INNSide<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Boutique-hotel: Hotel Marina Suites Gran Canaria in Puerto Rico &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/marina-suites.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5 stars: Hotel Santa Catalina, in Las Palmas &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/santa-catalina.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All inclusive resort: Hotel Lopesan Baobab in Meloneras &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/lopesan-baobab-resort.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family: Hotel Maspalomas Princess &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/es\/maspalomas-princess.html?aid=2421274\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Or read our selections with our reviews of the best hotels (we&#8217;ve been there, with an independent approach):  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-gran-canaria-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The best 5-star hotels in Gran Canaria<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-boutique-hotels-gran-canaria-charm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The best boutique-hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best resorts (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best tour-inclusive hotels (coming soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-family-hotels-gran-canaria-kids-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The best hotels for families<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Maspalomas-center\/Hotels\/i-rMQ2wNW\/0\/G7Dtm7d6QJQK5H9BKLngXHGjzMNmXx776jM88XZT\/L\/hotel-maspalomas-princess-L.jpg\" alt=\"Maspalomas Princess Hotel\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maspalomas Princess Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong>Single or multiple units?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a 1-hour drive from Puerto de Mogan to Las Plamas.  <br\/>So you can explore the whole island from a single hotel.<br\/>But if you&#8217;re staying for more than a week, we think it&#8217;s worth the cost to stay half in the north and half in the south so you can experience the parties and restaurants in two different cities.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Always check parking conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Parking can be a problem in many cities and in some tourist areas.<br\/>If you&#8217;re renting a car, check your hotel&#8217;s parking conditions.<br\/>And for the most touristy places, plan to visit them early to make it easier (for example, the Roque Nublo hike).<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_a_13_Getting_around_Gran_Canaria\"><\/span>10 \u00e0 13. Getting around Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>Here are the 4 options <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-gran-canaria-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">for getting around Gran Canaria<\/a>. Of course, if you&#8217;re staying in the hotel, all you have to do is take a cab or bus.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Driving\/i-XxkR3hv\/1\/3f9394dd\/L\/gran-Canaria-rental-car-driving-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Roadside car rental in Gran Canaria\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>One of our rental cars in Gran Canaria<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Rent a car<\/h3>\n\n<p>Our preferred option is to rent a car. Prices are reasonable for an island and driving is easy. The only difficulties are some of the narrower mountain roads.<br\/>A small car is sufficient, but you can take any size you like, as there are no narrow streets and parking spaces are fairly wide.<\/p>\n\n<p>The platform we personally use (since we discovered them) is Discovercars.  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/spain-canary-islands\/fuerteventura?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>See their current car rental offers in Gran Canaria.<\/strong><\/a><br\/>As soon as we decide on a destination and dates, we look at their offers, which are often among the best. It is one of the highest rated comparison sites in the market.<\/p>\n\n<p><em>Or <a href=\"https:\/\/canariaslovers.com\/comment-louer-voiture-fuerteventura-conseils\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">read all our car rental tips<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Excursions<\/h3>\n\n<p>From most hotels you can also find numerous excursions to explore certain parts of the island: the mountains, the dunes, the island of Lobos, the Ajuy caves&#8230;<br\/>See all offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/grande-canarie-l418\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">on our preferred platform: Getyourguide<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p><em>Or read our guide to the best excursions<\/em> (coming soon)<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Practical\/i-wWRKWsV\/0\/LmnMGVTf3ZqwVs2Fbt8z9KHxhcWJbzMG4QFQ2xF3v\/L\/bus-gran-canaria-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Bus in Gran Canaria  \"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Cabs<\/h3>\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not traveling too far from your hotel, you can also choose to visit a place by cab. But don&#8217;t forget to book your return trip. They offer tourist circuits.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Public transport<\/h3>\n\n<p>You can find buses connecting all the major towns in Gran Canaria. It won&#8217;t be possible to get to more remote areas. <a href=\"https:\/\/guaguasglobal.com\/en\/routes-timetables\/touristic-information\/airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See routes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_to_17_%E2%80%93_Food_and_beverages\"><\/span>14 to 17 &#8211; Food and beverages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Is tap water safe to drink in Gran Canaria?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Yes, you can drink tap water. There&#8217;s no danger.<br\/>Just be aware that Gran Canaria receives little rain. So tap water comes from desalinated seawater. So it doesn&#8217;t taste the best, or the taste we&#8217;re used to. Most people drink bottled mineral water.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Practical\/i-jnTGDr6\/0\/NLVzfXZQGHf7HztqGNkcjn45rPx9rqH3rSnS8hb3R\/L\/water-L.jpg\" alt=\"water in hotel\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Type of food<\/h3>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria is a tourist island, so you&#8217;ll find everything:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mediterranean cuisine, tapas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Italian restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chinese restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria has an interesting range of gourmet restaurants. Some even try to combine traditional food with modern gastronomic techniques.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-restaurants-gran-canaria-where-eat-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our favorite restaurants in Gran Canaria<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Las-Palmas\/Restaurants\/Bevir-Restaurant\/i-wcPL8B4\/0\/CS4PTcS3nqzKM4MNNqTWtgktV3F85CM4LFcZQM6kr\/L\/bevir-restaurant-las-palmas-beetroot-L.jpg\" alt=\"Restaurant Bevir\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Restaurant Bevir<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Bread and water<\/h3>\n\n<p>Please note that the bread placed on the table is chargeable if you touch it.<br\/>And water, even in carafes, is not free.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. 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&#8211; Planning your vacation in Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Suitcase &#8211; what to take to Gran Canaria<\/h3>\n\n<p>All year round, pack light summer clothes.<br\/>And if you&#8217;re traveling during the winter months, add a small jacket for evenings or potentially cloudy days.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Natural-pools\/i-PgNhRKQ\/0\/tNRHNd5ghM7xdJkJ2S7vdJPjzNpkqmfGLc5QqW3t\/L\/Agaete_natural_pools_1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Agaete natural pool\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Playa Viejo Corralejo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Sun protection<\/h3>\n\n<p>Beware, the sun can be brutal.<br\/>Don&#8217;t take any risks, protect yourself with sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Language<\/h3>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria is in Spain. The language is Spanish. But as it&#8217;s a very touristy island, almost everyone speaks English. We also met a lot of teams who also spoke German and French.<br\/>In Gran Canaria you&#8217;ll also find teams who speak Dutch, Swedish and Norwegian. And some restaurants even have adapted menus, but not all.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Power strip and adapter<\/h3>\n\n<p>In Spain, and therefore in Gran Canaria, the plugs are 2 round holes (Type E which also work with a Type C).<br\/>If it doesn&#8217;t match yours, remember to take a plug adapter with you.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_to_25_%E2%80%93_Safety_when_travelling_to_Gran_Canaria\"><\/span>22 to 25 &#8211; Safety when travelling to Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Security<\/h3>\n\n<p>Gran Canaria is a pretty safe island. Nothing special to specify.<br\/>Like all tourist destinations, there can be a certain amount of theft. Don&#8217;t leave anything visible in the car.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-safe-dangers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our article on safety<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Hikes-nature\/i-2BTkQQH\/0\/LdJBxtLJNjQbdMvzjxqGpPGhRnrtR7qJTStXnn2Ds\/L\/Roque-Nublo-L.jpg\" alt=\"Roque Nublo\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Insurance<\/h3>\n\n<p>If you are a resident of the European Union, your national medical cover also applies. Don&#8217;t forget to ask for your European medical insurance card to make the process easier.<br\/>If you are coming from outside the EU, remember to take out insurance.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. What to do in an emergency<\/h3>\n\n<p>In Europe, 112 is the number for all emergencies: police, ambulance and fire. Operators on this number can speak several languages.<br\/>This is the only number you need to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. Using a VPN<\/h3>\n\n<p>As everywhere else, you run a risk when using shared wifi in hotels.<br\/>We know, because we had a bad experience in a Paris hotel.<br\/>We now systematically use a VPN to protect our data, especially banking data.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/go.nordvpn.net\/aff_c?offer_id=15&amp;aff_id=8928&amp;source=CAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See what our favorite VPN has to offer<\/a>.<\/p>\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\/DkgP59rfZNkDgsxfR6NCn3THSxJzQHWQ6LHcwbm8P\/L\/cactaldea-L.jpg\" alt=\"Cactualdea\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cactualdea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Must-see_things_to_do_in_Gran_Canaria\"><\/span>Must-see things to do in Gran Canaria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p>We share all our favorite places on this site in <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on Gran Canaria&#8217;s best attractions<\/a>. 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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\" 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