From weekend breaks to romantic escapes, action-packed adventures to family-fun fortnights, holidays in Gran Canaria can come in many different forms.
Thanks to the close relationship we share with with our hoteliers, we here at Best4Travel have a vast array of exclusive special offers and great value holiday deals for the top beach resorts in Gran Canaria, including Amadores, Arguineguin, Las Palmas, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Puerto Mogán, Puerto Rico, and San Agustin.
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As the third largest island in the Canaries archipelago, Gran Canaria is perfectly formed with its very own assortment of microclimates and a rich variety of landscapes. From wild rugged peaks and deep craggy ravines, to wispy dunes and long sandy beaches, around one-third of the island is a protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
The majority of Gran Canaria's beach resorts can be found along the south coast, with big-hitters like Puerto Rico and Playa del Inglés nudging up against smaller, more boutique resorts like Meloneras and dune-backed Maspalomas. There are fantastic beaches dotted around the island ranging from long, sweeping sandy bays lapped by the sparkling shores of the Atlantic Ocean, to tiny rocky coves offering a quiet secluded spot in blissful surroundings. Other must-visit holiday attractions in Gran Canaria include Palmitos Park near Maspalomas or Tamadaba National Park where one can go for a day of hiking.
Gran Canaria enjoys a rich culture and history, perhaps represented best of all in one of its top attractions; the Cueva Pintada Museum & Archaeological Park. The ‘Painted Cave’ was carved by the ancient Canarii people from volcanic material, and is decorated with prehistoric, geometric patterns across the walls. The cave and museum are located in the heart of town, only 27 km west of Las Palmas, and 50 km away from Gran Canaria Airport. The painted cave is wheelchair friendly, and a perfect day out for all ages. Videos and reconstructions of local life are on view in the museum to show visitors what life was like in Gran Canaria before it was conquered in 1483 by the Crown of Castile, and used as an important step towards the expansion of the Spanish Empire.
For a family day out with a difference, visit Sioux City. Located at Barranco del Aguila in Playa del Aguila, between San Agustin and Bahia Feliz, Sioux City Park is an American Wild West theme park. Allow yourself to become fully immersed walking through the film set left behind from the 1975 western classic "Take a Hard Ride". With plenty of shows including bank robberies, lasso displays, and cancan dancing, there is plenty going on to keep the whole family entertained for the day!
Gran Canaria has a wide range of shopping options across all of its island resorts. Whether you’re looking for the perfect souvenir in one of the many traditional shops on the promenades, the best deals on clothes and electronics in one of the island’s renowned hypermarkets, or something special in one of the luxury stores in the upmarket area of Meloneras, Gran Canaria has you covered.
In the bustling island capital Las Palmas de Gran Canaria one can find the Centro Comercial Las Arenas, a large shopping mall right beside the beach. In 1999 the building was converted from a traditional bull fighting arena into a mall. The striking exterior from the original arena was left intact, making this shopping centre impossible to miss. With plenty of restaurants and shops to choose from, including the incredibly popular hypermarket Carrefour, this shopping centre is the perfect place to go for a brief break from the sun. Other shopping malls to visit during your stay include Yumbo Centrum in Playa del Ingles, Boulevard El Faro in Meloneras, Centro Comercial El Tableros in San Bartolome de Tirajana, and El Portón in San Agustin.
Part of the fun in visiting a new country is discovering and enjoying the local cuisine for yourself. However, it can often be difficult to know where to start. To help set you off on the right foot, we here at Best4Travel have compiled a list of the top restaurants in Gran Canaria, divided by price to cater for all budget types. All restaurants featured below are vegetarian friendly, and offer both gluten free and vegan options.
If you’re looking for a quick, quality meal in Gran Canaria, you can’t go wrong with the Argentinian Steakhouse El Almacén, in Palmas de Gran Canaria, or two of the top pizzerias on the island VIP Pizza, in Puerto Rico, and Pizzissima, in San Agustin.
To experience Spanish cuisine at its finest, consider spending a romantic evening at Let Me Take U in Tejeda. This contemporary venue is currently the top rated restaurant in Gran Canaria. However, make sure you reserve a table far in advance, as to achieve the intimate atmosphere this restaurant exudes, Let Me Take U only has six tables! Other options for a delicious Mediterranean fusion meal at a reasonable price include Mamacita and LoLa, both in Playa del Inglés.
A trip to Gran Canaria would not be complete without first sampling European, Mediterranean, and Spanish food the way it was meant to be eaten. To this end, please look into the top three rated, higher-end restaurants in Gran Canaria are Los Guayres in Puerto de Mogán, Restaurante Gorbea in San Agustin, and Restaurante Calma Chicha in Playa del Ingles.
Nightlife in Gran Canaria is a varied and greatly entertaining affair. In Playa del Inglés you will find the Eiffel Bar, the pride of Yumbo Centrum shopping centre.With a menu spanning from coffee to cocktails, and an engaging staff it is no wonder why this is one of the highest rated bars in Gran Canaria!
If you’re looking for a family friendly night out, why not plan a trip to Picadilly Night Club in Puerto Rico? With a resident DJ, karaoke, pool tables, cocktails and more, Picadilly Night Club is sure to deliver a very entertaining night on the town. For a relaxed night out in Puerto Mogan, there are multiple bars on the promenade offering live music with a local guitarist.
For an evening without any kids (or karaoke!) Xtreeemz is the perfect choice. A long running bar in Puerto Rico, Xtreeemz offers a nostalgic night out with music exclusively from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s being played. With massive screens showing up to five matches at once, this bar is sure to have a fun, lively atmosphere every night of the week!
Both Gran Casino Las Palmas and Gran Casino Costa Meloneras are open every day of the year. Both casinos are complete with restaurants, slot machines and game rooms where you can play blackjack, roulette and various versions of poker.
With Best4Travel you can have a transfer arranged for you from Gran Canaria Airport straight to your hotel!
The approximate transfer times from the airport to the island’s top resort destinations are as follows:
For more information or for a tailored quotation on transfers to any of the destinations in Gran Canaria featured above, please call our expert Irish call centre today FREE on 1800 814 000
There are currently two public bus companies running in Gran Canaria, Global and Guaguas Municipales. Global, in their iconic blue buses, will take you anywhere on the island, while Guaguas Municipales, in yellow, caters strictly to the island’s capital, Las Palmas. Both bus companies accept cash and operate 24/7. Taxi services are also available across the island.
Book a cheap holiday to Gran Canaria with Best4Travel! When it comes to sun-soaked holidays in the Canary Islands, there isn't much that its second most populous island, Gran Canaria, can't offer.
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