28 Things to do in Gran Canaria

Sunshine, sandy beaches and top-quality attractions: you couldn't ask for more! With so much to do and so many places to visit, there’s a side to Gran Canaria for couples, families and friends of all ages. So, what exactly are the best things to do in Gran Canaria?

Top Gran Canaria things to do

• Las Palmas: The island’s capital buzzes with local life traditional and modern, from its quaint Old Town alleyways to mouthwatering dining and frequent weekend regattas.

• Aqualand and Sioux City: Two of the best days out with kids in Gran Canaria!

• Maspalomas Sand Dunes: They have to be seen to be believed. Unmissable.

• Nightlife: Whether you’re into waterfront bars, clubbing or drag shows, Gran Canaria delivers in spades! For the biggest nights out, Playa del Ingles is the place to be.

• Sandboarding: The high-thrill way to do the Maspalomas Dunes! Other adrenalin-junkie faves include scuba diving, paddle surfing and scaling Roque Nublo.

• Bandama Caldera: Update your Insta with a snap from the top or trek off on a hike along the crater floor.

• Golf: Gran Canaria’s a fantastic place to test your handicap with a magnificent eight courses to work your way around.

Things to do

Best hotels in Gran Canaria

Servatur Waikiki

Servatur Waikiki

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Ingles

Bluebay Beach Club

Bluebay Beach Club

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Bahia Feliz

Mogan Princess & Beach Club

Mogan Princess & Beach Club

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa de Taurito

Labranda Marieta

Labranda Marieta

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Ingles

Apartamentos Roslara

Apartamentos Roslara

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Puerto Rico

Marina Bayview

Marina Bayview

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Puerto Rico

Cordial Mogan Valle

Cordial Mogan Valle

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Puerto de Mogan

Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa

Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras

Aparthotel Green Field

Aparthotel Green Field

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Ingles

Caybeach Princess

Caybeach Princess

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas

Servatur Don Miguel Adults Only

Servatur Don Miguel Adults Only

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Ingles

Relaxia Beverly Park

Relaxia Beverly Park

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa del Ingles

Hotel LIVVO Costa Taurito

Hotel LIVVO Costa Taurito

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Playa de Taurito

Hotel LIVVO Puerto de Mogan

Hotel LIVVO Puerto de Mogan

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Puerto de Mogan

Riu Palace Oasis

Riu Palace Oasis

Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Maspalomas