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Activities in Las Palmas
Do you prefer a shopping trip in the old town centre and visiting some historical sites after your Spanish classes or would you rather have lunch and a siesta at the beach, followed by a concert in the evening?
In Las Palmas you can do it all. In addition to the various interesting historical sites which are evidence of the island's past, you will find a large choice of cultural activities taking place throughout the year.
Art and culture
If it´s culture you are looking for, then Las Palmas has plenty to offer. Classical music lovers can head to the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, which hosts the annual Canary Islands Music Festival, whilst those who enjoy the opera should make their way to the Teatro Pérez Galdós. The city also hosts many other cultural festivals such as WOMAD, the Festival of Theatre and Dance and what is considered the best Carnival outside of Brasil. Las Palmas also boasts a number of sites of historical interest. The Columbus Museum and the Museo Canario in the Vegueta are both popular destinations. The Cueva Pintada in the village of Galdar gives a fascinating look into the way of life of the aboriginal people (Guanches) who originally inhabited this Island.
Sports and Nature all year round
For those who enjoy activities in a natural environment, Las Palmas and the island with its excellent climatic conditions is the ideal place to practice a variety of sports at any time of the year. You can choose from popular water sports and beach activities, such as wind surfing, diving, beach soccer and volleyball, or simply walking along the fine, 3 km long Las Canteras beach in Las Palmas city and enjoy the urban atmosphere. Golf lovers can enjoy eight magnificent golf courses all year round, rated among the best in Spain. Nature enthusiasts can go on a day trip to the nearby mountains hiking to the island's highest peaks, riding a mountain bike or even doing adventure sports. You will find a visit to the Canarian Botanical Gardens highly interesting as it offers the best examples of the island's varied endemic plantlife.
Shopping Paradise
The Canary Islands are a tax-free zone which will make your shopping trip more enjoyable, with price advantages on many luxury goods and services (e.g. perfumes, spirits, cigarettes and transport). In Las Palmas you will find various shopping areas as well as a choice of the most modern shopping centres. Gran Canaria also has a number of traditional street and flea markets.
