Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capital city of Gran Canaria and one of the two capitals of the Canary Islands (Spain). The city has a population of about 384,000 (2024).
Top Attractions in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is a sunny Atlantic city with a historic heart and one of Europe’s best urban beaches. Don’t miss:
- Las Canteras Beach: The city’s famous golden-sand bay—great for swimming, snorkeling, cafés, and sunset walks.
- Vegueta Old Town: Cobbled streets, colonial balconies, and the impressive Cathedral of Santa Ana and plazas.
- Casa de Colón (Columbus House): A fascinating museum about Canary–Atlantic history in a beautiful old mansion.
- Poema del Mar Aquarium: A modern aquarium with huge tanks and marine life from the Canaries and beyond.
- Triana Street & Mercado de Vegueta: Shopping and local food markets for a real taste of the city.
- Parque Doramas & Pueblo Canario: A leafy park and a charming cultural village showcasing Canarian architecture.
Quick tip: Spend the morning in Vegueta, lunch in Triana, then finish your day on Las Canteras promenade.
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In case of emergency, please contact:
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AMBULANCE : 112
FIRE : 112
POLICE : 112
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a capital city in Canary Islands (Spain).
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