Beaches

MASPALOMAS
Maspalomas is probably one of the most beautiful beaches on Gran Canaria. It has endless stretches of fine white sands with pristine blue waters, set against spectacular wind sculpted dunes.

PLAYA DEL INGLES
Is one of the most well known beaches in Europe. It's incredibly popular and remains packed all year long. It's 3 kms long and located between Maspalomas beach and the beaches of San Agustín.

PLAYA DE LAS CANTERAS
A wonderful natural lagoon with temperate waters all year round. It's perfect for bathing no matter what time of the year it is. The beach itself is about 3 kilometres long. It's shaped like a cove and has brownish sand.

PLAYA DE LAS ALCARAVANERAS
Is the second largest beach in La Palmas. It's quite impressive. It stretches for over 1000 metres and has fine golden sand. las Alcaravaneras is very popular with locals and stays busy all year round.

PLAYA DE LOS AMADORES
A beautiful man made beach with over 800 meters of fine golden sands and crystal clear waters. It's located between Puerto Mogan and Puerto Rico. To get to it, you need to take the cliff top path from the beach at Puerto Rico. It takes about 20 minutes.

Palmito´s Park

Is located about 10kms away from Maspalomas. It´s a subtropical paradise with over 100 palm trees and 15,000 plants. There are also more than 150 different species of bird here along with various other animals including monkeys, reptiles and even crocodiles!
www.palmitospark.es

Viera and Clavijo Botanic Garden

The Science Museum

Located in the Elder building in Santa Catalina Park, gives you the opportunity to learn and have fun while going on an enjoyable journey through the scientific world. Even the little ones will have a fun time under the supervision of specialised monitors while the rest are enjoying the tour of the museum.

Parque Santa Catalina s/n
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Tel: (+34) 828 011 828
www.museoelder.org