Full tour of Gran Canaria with car

On your first day in Gran Canaria, after landing on the island, you can pick up your rental car at the airport offices and start your holidays in the Canary Islands. For today, nothing better than arriving at your hotel, unpacking and having a cocktail in one of the bars of your resort. If you arrive with enough time, you can also take the opportunity to visit the capital of the island: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria you will find the Benito Pérez Galdós House-Museum, on Calle Mayor de Triana and, walking through the Vegueta neighborhood, the Casa de Colón, the Cathedral and the market. To continue, nothing better than discovering Las Canteras beach, one of the best urban beaches in the world with a great seabed. If you prefer, you can also leave this visit for your return day as it is close to Las Palmas airport. You decide!

Undoubtedly, theMaspalomas Dunes is one of the most impressive places in Gran Canaria that transports you to a landscape that could well be the Sahara desert itself. Of course, behind these dunes you will find the Playa del Inglés which borders on Maspalomas beach. So you can get an idea of how special this place is... Take the opportunity to visit the dunes, do somersaults, photos, videos... Then, go to the beach and take a dip or relax in the sun. On Playa del Inglés you will find a beach bar where you can have a cool drink, a nudist area and another more familiar area (just to avoid surprises…). In the afternoon, you can take a walk through the Meloneras area full of shops, bars and restaurants with sea views. If you feel like dining out, this area is perfect for spending a pleasant evening, but first, don't miss the sunset at the Maspalomas lighthouse, right next to Meloneras.

Start the day visiting the La Garita Blowhole where you can see how the water hits the rocks with force and goes up and down like a geyser. If you have time, you can take the opportunity to stop in the municipality of Telde and take a walk through its historic quarter. After visiting La Garita, if you feel like a bit of beach, very close to here is Playa de Tufia. Of course, don't spend too much time if you don't want to arrive very late at the Barrando de las Vacas, an ocher-colored canyon that you cannot miss. An easily accessible beauty that will transport you to distant lands. This place is one of the favorites in Gran Canaria, so we recommend that you go in the morning if you want to avoid crowds. To finish, if you are a fan of sunsets, you cannot miss the sunset of the Salinas de Tenefé. There you will find a bar where you can have a drink while you enjoy the show. Highly recommended!

We're going on a beach route! Today it's time for a bit of sun, relaxation, a dip, a beach atmosphere and a beach bar. You can start at Anfi del Mar beach and continue along Puerto Rico beach and Amadores, one next to the other. These beaches are protected by several dikes to avoid the strong waves of the Atlantic, which allows you to enjoy the sea in peace. Without a doubt, if you travel with children, they are the best options. Its white sand and turquoise waters will make you spend a fantastic day. In the afternoon, you can visit Puerto Mogán, a charming and lively fishing village. If you prefer, at noon you can come and eat at one of the restaurants in this seaport where you will find better gastronomic options than on the beaches of Amadores and Puerto Rico. If you like fresh fish, this is your place!

Gran Canaria has much more than a beach and another example is its central part, full of peaks, viewpoints and the famous Roque Nublo. On your route by car today you can start at the Mirador Caldera Los Marteles and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of this volcanic formation. Then continue until you reach the viewpoint Pico de las Nieves. There is a public car park there that is only a 5-minute walk away, so you will have no problem getting to this amazing viewpoint from where you can see, if the sky is clear, the Roque Nublo in the background and the island from Tenerife. Continue until you reach Cruz de Tejeda to finish at the viewpoint of Roque Nublo, passing through the towns of Artenera and Tejeda. Enjoy!

Gran Canaria is a place of peace, rest and tranquility that has a wonderful hotel offer and an extraordinary climate, so today we invite you to enjoy a day in a hotel, swimming pool and disconnection.