{"id":3027,"date":"2024-08-17T12:17:12","date_gmt":"2024-08-17T12:17:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/secret-places-gran-canaria-off-the-beaten-path\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T20:20:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T20:20:34","slug":"hidden-gems-gran-canaria-secret-places","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-gran-canaria-secret-places\/","title":{"rendered":"10 &#8220;hidden&#8221; gems in Gran Canaria (off the beaten track)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to avoid the crowds at Gran Canaria&#8217;s main attractions?<br\/>The region still has a few <strong>hidden gems<\/strong> for you to discover. These <strong>secret spots<\/strong> on Gran Canaria aren&#8217;t completely &#8220;secret&#8221; (nothing is), but you&#8217;ll find far fewer tourists.<br\/>Volcanoes, beaches, rock formations&#8230; Let&#8217;s discover Gran Canaria off the beaten track.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/hidden-gems-Gran-Canaria-secret-places.jpg\" alt=\"secret places Gran Canaria off the beaten track\" class=\"wp-image-2996\"\/><\/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\">Secret places in Gran Canaria: facts, selection, map<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can you really go off the beaten track these days? Not really, no place is really secret. And this notion is a matter of perception.<br\/>Here&#8217;s a map of the places we&#8217;ve selected for you to discover:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/map-hidden-gems-Gran-Canaria-secret-places-1024x683.png\" alt=\"carte secret places Gran Canaria off the beaten track\" class=\"wp-image-3005\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map: secret places in Gran Canaria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We chose places that are less well known, where we saw fewer people and where the tourist buses don&#8217;t stop (and which don&#8217;t necessarily require a 5-hour walk!).<br\/>But by bringing them to the fore, these gems won&#8217;t stay hidden!<br\/>To be completed with <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-gran-canaria-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the best attractions in Gran Canaria<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Vall\u00e9e des Larmes, route GC210<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Views\/i-SLQxxS2\/0\/K6G6BPC7jLfMbtpMcfbvj44JPkT95d2LkTjtkDFGj\/L\/mirador-el-molino-valley-tears-L.jpg\" alt=\"Valley of Tears - Mirador del Molinos\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Valley of Tears (Valle de las L\u00e1grimas) is a challenging road and cycling route in Gran Canaria. But it&#8217;s also one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/most-scenic-drives-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most beautiful roads on the island<\/a>! The scenery is mountainous desert with a few water reservoirs. The average gradient is around 10%, with sections reaching 25%.<br\/>This climb is renowned for its steep and unforgiving terrain, and is therefore only suitable for experienced cyclists.<br\/>And by car, the road is narrow and winding, but the breathtaking scenery and sense of isolation are well worth it.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Hidden-gems\/i-kP4JPsg\/0\/LQbBCkj6mmP6BmmW994XfRhNHRFv7kVM7RMB9WXtc\/L\/tears-valley-L.jpg\" alt=\"Valley of Tears\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Southwest Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Starts in <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<\/a>, ends in Artenara<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the middle of the road is the superb Mirador del Molino<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maspalomas to mirador = 1h35 drive via the southern section<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-las-palmas-gran-canaria-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1192\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Las Palmas<\/a> to the lookout point = 1 hour and 35 minutes by car via the northern route<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re driving, make sure you get there early in the morning, so you don&#8217;t run into too many other cars and get stressed out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take your time, the route is not technically difficult.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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 ADVICE FOR RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Gran Canaria<\/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\/gran-canaria?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\/Gran-Canaria\/Driving\/i-FXBKL7Q\/1\/C432TQvrLtk7Fzt3jdL3g8XCdWtF4krHtKv9zvKg6\/S\/gran-Canaria-rental-car-driving-S.jpg\" alt=\"driving in Gran Canaria\"\/><\/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\/gran-canaria?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-gran-canaria-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\">2. Barranco de las Vacas<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Hidden-gems\/i-c5pvdwL\/0\/MsLkZvR7W7Ghg4WTXKd2pGXmpV8V2s46ppLkRQhK3\/L\/Barranco_Vacas-L.jpg\" alt=\"Barranco de las Vacas\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve been dreaming of going to Utah to visit the canyons, but haven&#8217;t yet had the chance, check out the Barranco de Las Vacas, just outside Ag\u00fcimes. The curves created by the water give you a tiny glimpse of the beauty of such landscapes. We love this kind of place.<br\/>If, on the other hand, you&#8217;ve already visited the canyons of Utah, you should know that it&#8217;s very small.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Aguimes\/Barranco-de-las-Vacas\/i-QP2CNs3\/0\/M3cvK5Pm5wq5CTL7vN4wgjhnjW2RXc3nvkZ5QmwFg\/L\/barranco-vacas-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Barranco de las Vacas, canyon\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South-east Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-aguimes-gran-canaria-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2807\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ag\u00fcimes<\/a>: 10-minute drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas: 45 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas: 30 min drive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit early to find parking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only 4 spaces near the entrance, but there is a parking area a little further down the road for more cars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very short canyon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not visit after heavy rain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/barranco-vacas-gran-canaria-tobas-colores\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3299\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#fef0c3;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/gran-canaria-travel-guide-ebook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/inpost-Gran-Canaria-Lovers-EN.jpg\" alt=\"inpost Canarias Lovers FR\" class=\"wp-image-11529\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. La Fortaleza de Ansite<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Archaeological-sites\/i-CKCGTXR\/0\/Ln65SDGGf3RDTqDsdMKhsthvD3jpkNqkbL3sCMMcv\/L\/Fotaleza_archaeological_site-L.jpg\" alt=\"view of La Fortaleza\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ansite fortress is made up of three large rock formations: the Grande Forteresse, the Petite Forteresse and the Basse Forteresse.<br\/>The indigenous population built houses and, of course, established burial sites, etc., here. The oldest discoveries come from this area.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a visit to the interpretation center, we recommend climbing to the left of the main structure to discover spectacular views and a tunnel that crosses the entire hill and engravings. It is one of the most fascinating <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-archaeological-sites-gran-canaria\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"774\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">archaeological sites<\/a> in terms of its natural setting.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Archaeological-sites\/i-nvcgHpW\/0\/LhnT94MwCbk8WpMnN2BG32pK7pTKRb7rS6sszhL5S\/L\/Fortaleza-cave-L.jpg\" alt=\"La Fortaleza Tower\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South-east of the island, inland, close to route GC-65<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 1h20 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas = 50 min drive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Closed on Mondays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Normally open at least from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Admission to interpretation center: 4 euros<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy parking, well-marked site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear good shoes to walk on rocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Latest news on the official website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lafortaleza.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Playa de Guayedra<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Playa-de-Guayedre\/i-Nf5P7J7\/0\/S5fJvd3D7PxZwn4FXnvQ8rwmJnBzx58L64H3ZxJB\/L\/gran-canaria-playa-guayedra-5-L.jpg\" alt=\"Playa de Guayedra\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Playa de Guayedra is a picturesque beach on Gran Canaria&#8217;s northwest coast, renowned for its natural beauty and tranquility. Surrounded by cliffs, it offers a more secluded experience than other beaches. Access to the beach is by a short, steep walk, making it less crowded and ideal for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature.<br\/>But it has little sand.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Playa-de-Guayedre\/i-5nN82Bv\/0\/DKv9J2GqPkTLHrtZd3z32Q6TGGLc5RC2RsvJ6KBkT\/L\/gran-canaria-playa-guayedra-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"Playa de Guayedra\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>West coast of Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>South of Agaete<\/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> = 15-minute drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 45min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas = 1h15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No installation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited parking space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out more in <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/playa-guayedra-plage-agaete-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on Playa de Guayedra<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Ag\u00fcimes<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Aguimes\/Town\/i-7whtbXG\/1\/MDf6K8c3NqSwhCprCbR9Z7gJtdD64xxQsR7jkqDmN\/L\/aguimes-colorful%20street-L.jpg\" alt=\"colorful Ag&#xFC;imes alley\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ag\u00fcimes is a town, so it&#8217;s not isolated like some of the places on this list.<br\/>However, when it comes to historic villages and centers, most tourists prefer those in the north of the island.<br\/>Ag\u00fcimes isn&#8217;t often considered, but it really is our favorite on Gran Canaria.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We loved the maze of alleyways. The houses in the old center are made of stone and covered with lime. We found the city very photogenic.<br\/>What&#8217;s more, you can go camel-hunting &#8211; a surprising statue in the heart of these alleys &#8211; for a fun photo opportunity.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Aguimes\/Town\/i-Wqj4rvJ\/1\/MdDhT46s89Qk2pp5dn5KSjwVLVG5RFnXpTK4WpjHG\/L\/aguimes-camel-L.jpg\" alt=\"dromedary in Ag&#xFC;imes\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>East of the island<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 45 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-maspalomas-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maspalomas<\/a> = 30 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Puerto de Mogan = 50 min<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Easy parking around the center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy-to-explore downtown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>allow 1 to 2 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out more in <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-aguimes-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on Ag\u00fcimes<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">6. La Aldea and Mirador del Balcon<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Villages-towns\/i-c8D72zr\/0\/DDW43GBVnHPLRhL3sKsNvH5ZFJH4nPb4Gsk8pqfBR\/L\/Aldea-L.jpg\" alt=\"La Adlea\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this much less touristy town on Gran Canaria, you can discover a beach, cliffs, a lagoon and small archaeological sites.<br\/>Start with the interpretation center, where you can learn about the ruins, the marsh biosphere and the culture of La Aldea.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or take the car to the Mirador El Balcon, north of town, for views of the cliffs from a glass platform.<br\/>Unfortunately, with the development of a new expressway to the west of the island, the town is sure to grow in terms of tourism.<\/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-v6PhvC7\/0\/Mf7CGtMvMMcGMgK4BH4FNB3JVhw4BtMmvBwSfsKRf\/L\/Mirador_el_Balcon-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador del Balcon\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Southwest Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 1h10 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas = 1h10 drive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start at the waterfront and interpretation center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then visit one or more of the archaeological sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And finish with the point of view!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><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\">Learn more about La Aldea<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/mirador-del-balcon-gran-canaria\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"10065\">the lookout point<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Agaete Valley<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Raod-valley\/i-VN9DGzj\/0\/M4xsCZFWgGh8xRPGLwj4wcKjfjJXdsz2NtRSjn8jh\/L\/gran-canaria-route-vallee-agaete-04-L.jpg\" alt=\"Agaete Valley: landscape\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t confine yourself to the well-known places and <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-agaete-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the town of Agaete<\/a> with its natural pools and archaeological site. We recommend you follow the road into the Agete valley. This is one of the most beautiful roads on the island!<br\/>The road has a few narrow stretches, but it&#8217;s fairly easy and the scenery is magnificent, with mountains rising on either side, and a bit of greenery.<br\/>The photos speak for themselves&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Agaete\/Raod-valley\/i-kBvGKWD\/0\/LC8F59vxfqV4TTmvbV8VN8fpmhwKJBMnJ7Xf6TVv3\/L\/gran-canaria-route-vallee-agaete-07-L.jpg\" alt=\"Agaete Valley: plantations\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On the north-western tip of Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 40 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas = 1h<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The road is not very long<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s the GC-31<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No major difficulties until the last bus stop at Casa Esperanza<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, the road becomes narrower and more winding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow 15 to 20 min drive in each direction from the old town<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out more in <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/route-valley-agaete-gran-canaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on the Agaete Valley<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Mirador Pico de la Gorra<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Central-mountains\/Pico-de-la-Gorra\/i-m4pg6fC\/0\/NKxgPPNnnWQc3xPvWT7RTGz2fxVFX2VVhc594zZ7S\/L\/pico-gorra-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador Pico de la Gorra: how to get there\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best-known viewpoint at the top of Gran Canaria is Pico de las Nieves. It&#8217;s always busy. And that&#8217;s only to be expected, since the view is so beautiful.<br\/>If you want more views without the crowds, don&#8217;t go far, to the Mirador Pico de la Gorra.<br\/>The views are less impressive (without the rock and without Tenerife) but they&#8217;re still very beautiful, and you may be alone!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Central-mountains\/Pico-de-la-Gorra\/i-K77LsXC\/0\/MzQ2sFFLwrFvgnjk6bwVKfR6VNhWnL9Dw3bn7qr4T\/L\/pico-gorra-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador Pico de la Gorra: view\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the heart of Gran Canaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are two on Google Maps, but this is the one that&#8217;s just a few minutes&#8217; drive from Pico de la Nieves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 1h drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas = 1h<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don&#8217;t go to the end of the road.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop at the parking lot near a gated pathway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A short walk to the surveillance hut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Tufia<\/h2>\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-3p4S9Lx\/0\/Cc8GPhX6jqF5bjZJnnd8n9zRffM8KZkhpvNXLfSr2\/L\/Tufia_pueblo-L.jpg\" alt=\"village of Tufia\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small village, not very touristy (except for divers).<br\/>This charming village has white houses that stand out against the surrounding cliffs.<br\/>It is truly nestled in the rock above its black sand beach.<br\/>On the small peninsula there&#8217;s also an archaeological site and another black sand beach with no buildings.<\/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-DTWMcGW\/0\/hmkG8X4tM3BVjf9fv7PK4BtnVJbPKjs4b7fJdvd9\/L\/Tufia_beach_2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tufia beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>West of Gran Canaria, close to the airport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Las Palmas = 35 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Maspalomas = 30 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Puerto de Mogan = 45 min<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit at low tide to enjoy the beach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. GC605, Mirador de Inagua and reservoirs<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Views\/i-s5r8Jvc\/0\/LK3S8XBLccnxL4bW87Rq58brK4rhnVZG3pXMSBJFP\/L\/mirador-inagua-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mirador de Inagua\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of Gran Canaria&#8217;s lesser-known roads is GC605. And yet, in our opinion, it&#8217;s one of the most beautiful roads.<br\/>It takes you to several viewpoints, including Mirador de Inagua and its view of a dam lake. And then you arrive at the Presa de las Ninas dam.<br\/>We found the mountain views fascinating. And we were even lucky enough to arrive above a sea of clouds, which happens regularly if you climb early enough.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Canarias-Lovers\/Gran-Canaria\/Best\/Hidden-gems\/i-sjxFMGD\/0\/NXrcWVCGzj2773G8J9pZVbjSVkWL7ZLNckbHvXHCW\/L\/presa-ninas-L.jpg\" alt=\"presa de las Ninas\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Southern Gran Canaria  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Las Palmas to Presa De Las Ni\u00f1as = 1h30 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maspalomas to Presa De Las Ni\u00f1as = 1h05<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make the most of the morning hours for a quieter drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The road is winding but not narrow. It&#8217;s not difficult<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In summer, dams can have very little water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;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-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile texte_planif 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 img_icone is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image image_icone\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/canariaslovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/canarias-plane.png\" alt=\"canarias plane\" class=\"wp-image-11629\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">It&#8217;s time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other places off the beaten track in Gran Canaria<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you have a lot of time on your hands, you may also want to consider:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>GuiGui Beach: well-known beach but difficult to access (boat or difficult hike).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The wine route<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jardin Canario: it&#8217;s crowded, but as it&#8217;s a large garden, it&#8217;s not overcrowded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bufadero Garita: tower filled with seawater, creating mini waterfalls. There are now people at every tide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charco de los Espejos: a small natural swimming pool that some photographers love. We&#8217;re not convinced and access is difficult<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charco Azul: small water hole, very pretty in photos, but most of the time there&#8217;s no water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ventana de Moro: a small arch (accessible via a steep descent) to see Roque Nublo in the window<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And for more places away from the crowds, go hiking. The hiking trails (apart from well-known spots like Roque Nublo) remain fairly empty compared to the number of tourists on the island.<\/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-mCqfFvj\/0\/L6Crc7xJwfwGStmm6TF7WW8vFwWtzc7Prq8mKVdpJ\/L\/Jardin-botanico-canario-L.jpg\" alt=\"trail in Jardin Canario\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Canario Garden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Places that are not hidden gems in Gran Canaria<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We often see places listed in articles, we prefer to let you know that these are not secret places!<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/hike-roque-nublo-gran-canaria\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Roque Nublo<\/a>, the rocks in the center of the island: since the parking lot isn&#8217;t very big, it&#8217;s never overly crowded, but it&#8217;s very well known.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/dunes-maspalomas-gran-canaria-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dunes of Maspalomas<\/a>, but as they are large, you can find corners with fewer people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-teror-gran-canaria-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3773\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The historic center of Teror<\/a>, which is quite well-known<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/visit-cenobio-valeron-gran-canaria\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"8601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cenobio de Valeron<\/a>: One of the Most Famous Archaeological Sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/barranco-guayadeque-gran-canaria-2\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"4311\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guayadeque Canyon<\/a>: a beautiful valley with an archaeological site, accessible by bus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-tejeda-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"8428\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tejeda<\/a> is a mountain village where many people stop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>But they&#8217;re still a <a href=\"https:\/\/canarias-lovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-gran-canaria-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">must-see<\/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\/Best\/Hikes-nature\/i-2BTkQQH\/0\/LdJBxtLJNjQbdMvzjxqGpPGhRnrtR7qJTStXnn2Ds\/L\/Roque-Nublo-L.jpg\" alt=\"Roque Nublo\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Roque Nublo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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 decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-nsNF6C6\/0\/Cs2F5n96pkt9xFD9D3SVqmQspMhrKgN75nHgBqmjG\/L\/Claire-L.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE MADE THE TRIP AND WROTE THE ARTICLE \n<\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Claire<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to avoid the crowds at Gran Canaria&#8217;s main attractions?The region still has a few hidden gems for you to discover. These secret spots on Gran Canaria aren&#8217;t completely &#8220;secret&#8221; (nothing is), but you&#8217;ll find far fewer tourists.Volcanoes, beaches, rock formations&#8230; Let&#8217;s discover Gran Canaria off the beaten track. 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