Centro de Cultura Contemporánea San Martín (Calle Ramón y Cajal, Las Palmas) — the Centro de Cultura Contemporánea San Martín is one of Las Palmas’ more convention-challenging art galleries. Along with exhibits, they also hold intimate night-time concerts. For a reduced cultural tour of Vegueta, you can do it all with a visit to San […]
Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno/CAAM (Calle los Balcones 11, Las Palmas) – since its opening in 1989, CAAM has become a major reference in the cultural and educational life of the islanders. Concealed behind a traditional façade, formerly belonging to a hotel, this centre is definitely worth visiting especially because of its spectacular interior design […]
Castillo de la Luz (Plaza del Castillo de la Luz, Las Palmas) — The grandest fortress of Gran Canaria, Castillo de la Luz was built to defend the island from attacks by pirates. It was built around 1552, and for many years was the city’s last line of defense against formidable enemies such as Sir […]
Castillo de la FortalezaCastillo de la Fortaleza (Calle de Tomás Arroyo Cardoso, 35280 Santa Lucía de Tirajana) – located an hour (53 km) southwest of Las Palmas, this is not so much a castle but an ornate 20th century folly, which was originally the home of local historian and writer, Vicente Sanchez Araña. Today, it […]
Catedral de Santa Ana (Plaza de Santa Ana 13, Las Palmas) — the Cathedral dominates Plaza de Santa Ana. Its construction began five centuries ago. In it, various architectonic styles converge, from late gothic to neoclassic and baroque. The tower can be visited in full and the views of the city from its top are […]
Whale Watching (Valley Gran Rey) – Tina Excursions lets visitors buy tickets to get on board its excursion boat “Tina” for a four-hour trip into the sea, and spot whales and other sea creatures. During such excursions, the boat moors off one of the island’s secret beaches where visitors can enjoy a swim and a […]
Tecina Golf (Lomada de Tecina, 38811 Playa de Santiago) – given the size of this island, it’s hard to believe that there’s actually a functioning 18-hole golf course. This one, which is part of a VIP hotel (Hotel Jardin Tecnica) ono the island’s southern coast, has seaside areas and grounds that make for challenging rounds […]
Fiesta de San Marcos (Agulo) – held every April this is a spectacular festival in Agulo (north coast of La Gomera), in honor of its patron saint. It has a very varied program of events. The climax of the evening comes in the form of young men who leap through the flames of numerous bonfires […]
Playa San Sebastián (San Sebastián) – this is one of the fewest urban beaches on the island. There are 600 meters of black volcanic sand and has amenities expected from its location (such as parking, transportation, restaurants, lifeguards, a first aid station, shops, and bars, and even public Wifi spots). Visitors should expect a crowd […]
Playa del Inglés (Valle Gran Rey) — located in the southwest part of Valle Gran Rey, this beach benefits greatly from a generally calm ocean. Since the 1970s, this beach has been a legendary destination for ‘hippy’ and alternative movements. Unlike other unspoiled and naturist beaches in the Canary Islands, this destination is close to […]