Las Palmas self catering holidays, Gran Canaria An electric capital full of history, trendy shops, buzzing nightlife and glorious beaches
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria self catering holidays - the capital of Gran Canaria, Las Palmas is set within magnificent scenery flanked by two bays. The city is known for duty-free shopping and its beautiful sweeping sandy beaches like Playa de las Canteras where a coral barrier lines the beach sheltering swimmers and Playa de las Alcaravaneras which is the most popular as there are no waves. Due to the islands excellent climatic conditions, the beaches are used all year round.
Las Palmas is a bustling city is full of Spanish ambience, and boasts an important historical and cultural heritage, much of which can be found in the district of Vegueta. This is the oldest quater and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990. There is also an annual carnival with music and dancing and almost every weekend you can watch vela latina regattas (Canarian lateen sailing) which is a native sport.
| At a glance... | |
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| Bars & restaurants | 40+ |
| Historical sites | ✔ |
| Watersports | ✔ |
| Beautiful beaches | ✔ |
| Duty free shopping | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Nearest beach | Playa de Las Canteras, in the town |
| Nearest airport | Gran Canaria Airport, 25km |
| Nearest bus station | San Telmo Las Palmas |
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If you are looking to buy a property in Las Palmas, there is a wide selection of holiday homes to choose from catering for all budgets and tastes.
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Things to see & do in Las Palmas
Las Palmas has a stunning coastline and is a perfect destionation in which to relax on the beautiful beaches, take in historical sites, and enjoy a range of duty free shopping.
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| Explore the Vegueta, historic old town | ✔ |
| Casa de Lolon, Christopher Columbus museum | ✔ |
| Day trip to Pico de las Nieves volcano | ✔ |
| Teatro Perez Galdos, theatre | ✔ |
| Parque Doramas, gardens | ✔ |
| Jardin Botanico Viera y Clavijo, botanical gardens | ✔ |
| La Playa de Las Alcaravaneras for sailing | ✔ |
Our view on Las Palmas self catering holidays
Las Palmas is a fabulous destination to rent a villa all year round with its temperate climate. There is a vast array of different things to see and do from watersport to historic sites, as well as being the perfect place to relax on the stunning beaches. There is a wonderful choice of resturants for dining out where you can try a large variety of traditional dishes, tapas and delicious pastries and confectionery made in the surrounding villages.
