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Gran Canaria, Spain

Things to Do in Gran Canaria

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Guided tour of the Banana World

Most booked tours and tickets in Gran Canaria

The Red Canyon Tour - Small Group Trip with Local Food Tasting ツ

The Red Canyon Tour - Small Group Trip with Local Food Tasting ツ

4.91,097 reviews7h
Full Day Rainforest Tour with Tasting and Swimming Time ツ

Full Day Rainforest Tour with Tasting and Swimming Time ツ

4.8734 reviews7h
Dolphin and Whale Cruise in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria

Dolphin and Whale Cruise in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria

4.2632 reviews2h 30m
Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners in Gran Canaria,Free Pickup

Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners in Gran Canaria,Free Pickup

5.0620 reviews3h

Top sights in Gran Canaria

  1. 1Maspalomas Dunes
  2. 2Roque Nublo
  3. 3Vegueta Old Town
  4. 4Las Canteras Beach
  5. 5Pico de las Nieves
  6. 6Puerto de Mogán
  • Walk across the Maspalomas Dunes, a protected nature reserve of golden sand by the ocean.
  • Hike to Roque Nublo and Pico de las Nieves for views across the island and to Mount Teide.
  • Explore Vegueta, the historic quarter of Las Palmas founded in the 15th century.

Tickets and passes in Gran Canaria

Full Day Ticket at Perchel Beach Club with Lunch

Full Day Ticket at Perchel Beach Club with Lunch

4.8369 reviews3h
3 Wheel Motorcycle like Quad/Buggy Tour Gran Canaria (Maspalomas)

3 Wheel Motorcycle like Quad/Buggy Tour Gran Canaria (Maspalomas)

5.0249 reviews2h 30m
Supercar Experiences on the Circuit of Maspalomas

Supercar Experiences on the Circuit of Maspalomas

5.0121 reviews1h 30m

Food and drink experiences in Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria Virgin Beaches Boat Tour with Food

Gran Canaria Virgin Beaches Boat Tour with Food

4.8216 reviews4h
Shared Yacht Tour with Drinks Lunch and Snorkeling

Shared Yacht Tour with Drinks Lunch and Snorkeling

4.7104 reviews4h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Gran Canaria

The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

4.91,470 reviews7h
The Best Horse Riding Experience in Gran Canaria (2 hours)

The Best Horse Riding Experience in Gran Canaria (2 hours)

4.5397 reviews3h

Hidden gems in Gran Canaria

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Guayadeque Ravine

A deep ravine with cave houses, cave restaurants and a cave church, and hiking trails through almond trees.

Charco Azul

A natural pool fed by a stream in the El Hornillo area near Agaete, reached by a walking trail.

Cenobio de Valerón

A complex of more than 300 cave granaries carved by the island's ancient inhabitants into a volcanic cliff.

Güi Güi Beach

A remote beach on the west coast reachable only by a long hike or by boat.

Cueva Pintada Museum

An archaeological park in Gáldar preserving painted caves and a pre-Hispanic village.

Day trips from Gran Canaria

Agaete and the Tamadaba Natural Park

About 45 minutes by car from Las Palmas

A white harbour village on the north-west coast with natural pools, a coffee-growing valley and pine forests above.

Tenerife

About 1.5 hours by fast ferry from Agaete

The largest Canary Island, home to Mount Teide and Spain's highest peak, reachable on a long day trip.

Teror and Arucas

About 30 minutes by car from Las Palmas

Two historic northern towns: Teror with its balconied houses and basilica, and Arucas with its neo-Gothic church and rum distillery.

Plan your Gran Canaria trip

Things to do in Gran Canaria: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Gran Canaria?+

Top sights include Maspalomas Dunes, Roque Nublo, Vegueta Old Town and Las Canteras Beach. Away from the crowds, try Guayadeque Ravine and Charco Azul.

What are the most popular tours in Gran Canaria?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Guided tour of the Banana World (5.0 stars, 3,910 reviews); The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience (4.9 stars, 1,470 reviews); The Red Canyon Tour - Small Group Trip with Local Food Tasting ツ (4.9 stars, 1,097 reviews).

How much do tours in Gran Canaria cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €13 and €113 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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