A Complete Guide to Canary Islands 2018 >>
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Top Five Beaches |
Los Gigantes:Los Gigantes is the beach of the resort of the same name. It boasts immense cliffs lining the coastline, black volcanic sand and clear, blue waters. Climbing the nearby cliffs for panoramic views is the favorite activity among tourists.
Playa Jardin:"Garden Beach," located in Puerto de la Cruz, is the black-sand beach naturalists and water sports enthusiasts would like to check out. Large waves offer great surfing activities for adrenaline seekers, while neighboring gardens abound with exotic plants, including cacti and palms.
Plaja de la Tejita:Plaja de la Tejita is dominated by a huge, red rock that shimmers in the sun. Besides relaxation away from the crowds, the beach lends itself to windsurfing, kitesurfing and paddle surfing among other water sports.
Playa de las Americas :Playa de las Americas is a large, well-maintained beach in the homonymous resort abounding with restaurants, shops and nightlife venues. It is convenient for everyone wishing to stay put and have everything at hand, from an attractive beach and water sports to premium entertainment.
Las Vistas:Las Vistas is one of three beaches of the Los Cristianos town, featuring calm waters ideal for children and golden sand. It is a beach that caters to everyone, from solitude seekers to water sports enthusiasts. Shopping and dining opportunities are additional assets of Las Vistas Beach. |
Anfi del Mar :Anfi del Mar, located in the Mogan municipality, is a beautiful beach with golden sand and various tourist amenities. Whether you are after water sports, shopping, delicious food or relaxation, photogenic Anfi del Mar won't fail you.
Guigui:Guigui actually comprises two secluded dark-sand beaches, edged by high cliffs and ideal for relaxing in solitude. Since few travelers are persistent enough to reach the beach beneath Grande ravine, you are likely to have it whole for yourself.
Maspalomas:Maspalomas is a beach as much as a desert with sandy dunes contrasting against the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The scenic 6 kilometers long beach features shallow waters and plenty of space no matter how many people come to the beach.
Playa des Ingles:"English Beach" is a neighboring beach to Maspalomas, featuring soft sand and a long promenade dotted with eateries, shops and nightlife venues. Also, Playa des Ingles caters to fans of water sports.
Playa de Amadores:Playa de Amadores is an ideal beach for families with little kids and people who like to admire the blue sea from a beach bar or a shop. Shallow water is calm at all times and Playa de Amadores is flawlessly maintained and the sunniest beach of Gran Canaria. |
Playa de Papagayo :Playa de Papagayo is a series of beaches divided by rocks, with the one closest to Punta del Papagayo being the most beautiful. This 120-meter long beach boasts golden sand suitable for relaxing and transparent waters ideal for snorkeling.
Playa Las Conchas:The most remote of Lanzarote's beaches is the most pristine and the hardest to get to. But once there, you will find your efforts worthwhile since Playa Las Conchas features golden sand, turquoise waters and big waves for photo sessions.
Playa Flamingo:Located in the resort of Playa Blanca, Playa Flamingo is a family-friendly beach featuring calm waters and soft, white sand. Palm trees line the 200 meters long beach, while bars and restaurants flank the adjacent promenade.
Playa de Mujeres:"Women's Beach" is a 400-meter long beach located near Playa Blanca. Edged by cliffs that shelter the beach from the winds, it features relatively calm and shallow waters. In the vicinity of Playa de Mujeres you can find bunkers built during the Second World War.
Playa Francesa:Playa Francesa is an isolated beach somewhat less than 450 meters long. Main features of this gorgeous beach are golden sand, transparent waters and volcanic rocks. The waters of Playa Francesa are ideal for swimming and popular among yacht owners for anchoring. |
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Top Attractions |
Mount Teide National Park:Mount Teide is the highest mountain in Spain, offering unparalleled views of the Canary Island. Stargazing activities are exceptional due to the absence of artificial lights, while the observatory takes you to an interesting journey throughout the Universe.
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Guigui:Guigui is a scenic landscape that comprises two beaches edged by high, rocky hills. It isn't easy to get to Small Guigui and Big Guigui. But if you don't mind the effort, you will be handsomely rewarded with spectacular vistas and attractive countryside as you advance.
Anfi del Mar:Anfi del Mar is one of the top-rated holiday resorts on Gran Canaria. The resort offers leisure, entertaining and shopping activities, and more, in one place.
Maspalomas:Maspalomas is another beach that will make you feel as if you are on the excursion to Sahara. Sand dunes access the sea near the tourist resort of the same name, granting a memorable sunset experience.
Playa de Amadores:This outstanding beach is ideal for photographing and having fun in the shallow water and water park.MORE CANARIA ATTRACTIONS |
Timanfaya National Park:Timanfaya is a national park of Lanzarote granting scenic experience. The volcanic past of this Canary island left colorful landscapes of immense natural beauty, predominantly featuring contrasting reddish and almost black hues.
Cueva de Los Verdes:This interesting cave, which used to be a shelter for the locals during raids, is among the top attractions of the island. Cueva de Los Verdes is a part of a several-kilometer long lava tube.
Jameos del Agua:Jameos del Agua is the perfect example of wonders nature and humankind are capable of creating when united. It is a network of lava caves once described as "the world's most beautiful nightclub."
Jardin de Cactus:The "Cactus Garden" is another great attraction of Lanzarote, exhibiting more than 1000 cacti species in the volcanic environment. The garden features different paths that allow visitors to explore Jardin de Cactus in full.
Cezar Manrique House Museum:The Cezar Manrique House Museum offers another glimpse into the world of the artist who transformed Lanzarote into an art gallery. Housed in a former home of the illustrious maestro, it displays a wide range of items Cezar used or turned into artwork.
Castillo de San Jose:The 18th-century fortress is today a great museum exhibiting contemporary art. The Castillo de San Jose boasts a great collection of abstract art, with showpieces by great masters such as Picasso, Zobel, Mompo and Millares on display.
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Top Activities for Children |
Visit Aqualand, the water park that thrills children no matter whether they are little or older. The Siam Park ranks very biggest water parks in the world, check our guide comparing water parks in Tenerife at Siam park or Aqualand Tenerife In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, there is a karting facility where little ones can test their driving skills. If your children have 1.10 meters at least, take them to the Forestal Park. There, they could unwind in circuits comprising trails in the woods, walls for climbing and much more. |
Angry Birds Activity Park is an ideal themed park for non-teenagers. Entertaining options are vast, including go carts, crazy golf and jumping facilities. Holiday World has options suitable for kids aspiring to become captains of the ships, bull riders or sky jumpers one day. In Palmitos Park, little ones are enthusiastic about learning about the living world in the attached zoo and garden. |
There are three water parks in Lanzarote. Aqua Park, Aqualava Water Park and Dino Park. AquaPark and Aqualava water parks are suitable for 9 to 18 yrs kids and Dino Park for kids under 11yrs, please check our guide comparing water parks in Lanzarote at Aqualava vs Aqua-park vs Dino Park Another great activity for kids is exploring the underwater world in a submarine. For such an exclusive activity, head to Puerto Calero. Pirate Museum, located in Teguise, is one of the top children attractions on Lanzarote Island. There are two main sections of the museum, one of them laden with related artifacts. Another great activity for kids is exploring the underwater world in a submarine. For such an exclusive activity, head to Puerto Calero. Rancho Texas is an entertaining area where your little ones may become friends with animals and cool themselves in a water park. |
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Museums and Art Venues |
Museum of Nature and Man :Museum of Nature and Man is a high-class exhibition venue showcasing archaeological finds from the era that preceded the Spanish takeover of the Canary Islands. Human mummies and fossil remains of plants and animals are among the museum's most interesting exhibits.
Museum of Science and the Cosmos:Museum of Science and the Cosmos, located in San Cristobal, is sure to spark interest about things that surround us in everyone. The museum's collection, consisting of interactive contents and interesting exhibits, allows visitors to learn while entertaining themselves.
Municipal Museum of Fine Arts:Municipal Museum of Fine Arts houses a fascinating collection of works of art originated from the 16th to the 19th century. Besides masterpieces by artists of the Canary Island, the museum displays outstanding Flemish paintings.
Historical Military Museum of the Canary Islands:Historical Military Museum of the Canary Islands has an impressive collection of weapons. Exhibits span the period from the earliest periods of the islands' history up to the 20th century.
Casa del Vino:Casa del Vino is a wine museum where you can get yourself familiarized with exceptional wines of the Canary Islands. You can learn the production techniques and how best to combine wine with other gastronomic specialties. |
Cueva Pintada Archaeological Museum:Cueva Pintada Archaeological Museum offers a deep insight into the Aboriginal past of the Canary Island. The museum organizes tours in the main languages of Europe that reveal how aboriginal people lived before the Spanish colonization.
Casa de Colon:Casa de Colon used to be a house of the governor who received Cristopher Columbus while he was on the island. Today, it showcases the collection relating to overseas expeditions of one of the most famous sailors in history.
Nestor Alamo Museum:Nestor Alamo Museum brings forth the history of music of the Canary Islands. It consists of two sections. The first relates to the life of Nestor Alamo, while the second elaborates the development of music since the aboriginal (pre-Spanish) times.
Canarian Museum:Canarian Museum is an exhibition venue combining artistic, ethnographical and archaeological showpieces related to Canarian culture. Besides pintaderas (stamps), ceramics and other everyday items, you can examine a collection of skulls belonging to the native inhabitants of the island.
Canary Gardens:The site of Canary Gardens isn't a typical exhibition venue, but an expansive garden that is the largest in Spain. Canary Gardens safeguard plants native to the island and exhibits exotics such as palms, cacti and succulents. |
Cactus Garden:Cactus Garden is both a site of nature and an extraordinary museum. It displays a myriad of cacti species from various parts of the world.
Emigration Museum:Emigration Museum elaborates the facts that led to the emigration of many locals due to volcanic activity on the island. Seek this interesting museum out in the Castillo Santa Barbara, which dominates over Teguise.
Museo Atlantico:Museo Atlantico is an underwater art museum located 12 meters under the sea surface. As you dive, you can admire sculptures by Jason deCaires Taylor and the marine life.
Wine Museum of Lanzarote:Wine Museum of Lanzarote is housed in the oldest bodega of the Canary Islands. A tour through its premises introduces winemaking procedures and concludes with the wine tasting.
Museo Tanit:Museo Tanit is the ethnographic museum displaying a wide range of noteworthy artifacts created throughout many centuries. Musical instruments, pottery items and garments form a part of the outstanding collection of Museo Tanit. |
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Food & Drink |
You could consider Tenerife the main destination for enjoying good food on the Canary Islands. There are many noteworthy restaurants to check out, both in the resorts and outside. Among other popular drinks and dishes, some must-try ones are:
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Albeit Tenerife outstrips Gran Canaria when it comes to the overall dining experience, there are various exotic dishes this island is famous for. The following are some of them:
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Lanzarote has a traditional culinary offer based on tapas, fish and meat. Recently, however, the attempts have been made for reproducing the gastronomy of Tenerife. Anyway, some foods and drinks you need to try here are:
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Nightlife |
Nightlife on Tenerife is as attractive as anything else on the island. Puerto de la Cruz, Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje are premier nightlife hotspots on Tenerife Island. The action is going on at rooftop terraces, at cozy clubs and at bars working until the wee hours.
Top nightlife areas and venuesPlaya de las Americas Costa Adeje Los Cristianos Los Gigantes Puerto de la Cruz San Eugenio Torviscas Golf del Sur
Showtime Live (Fanabe)- Showtime Live is a nightlife venue where you can enjoy a spectacle staged by performers famous throughout the world. Besides, a 2-course dinner and unlimited drinks will additionally make your night memorable.
Route 66 (Puerto de Santiago)- this nightlife venue is the right place for all those who can't imagine a good entertainment without live music. The place caters to all ages since music you can listen to took root in everybody's hearts since the 60s and 70s.
Magic Lounge Baris among the largest nightlife venues around Playa de las Americas, featuring live music. Here, the fun begins after midnight every day of the week.
Hard Rock Cafe(Playa de las Americas) - is any particular introduction needed? If so, let's say that Tenerife's Hard Rock Cafe is the largest in Europe. Everything else is the same, from the excellent music to tasty burgers and extensive drink menu.
The Mett Baris a venue catering to middle-aged and older populace. There, you can listen to the music aired up to the 90s. |
Nightlife on Tenerife is as attractive as anything else on the island. Puerto de la Cruz, Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje are premier nightlife hotspots on Tenerife Island. The action is going on at rooftop terraces, at cozy clubs and at bars working until the wee hours. Night entertainment is among main hallmarks of Gran Canaria Island. If you can't get enough of premium nightlife, Las Palmas, Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas are places where you should go.
Top nightlife areas and venuesMaspalomas Plaja del Ingles Plaza de Espana (Las Palmas) Meloneras resort Puerto Rico resort Mogan Arguineguin San Bartolome de Tirajana
Aqua Ocean Club, located in Maspalomas, is a fashionable nightlife venue. Themed weekend parties and comedy nights are a part of the offer of this prestigious nightlife venue.
Neon Dancingis a nightlife club staging live music and DJ performances. Plus, the dance floor is quite large, allowing hundreds of people to dance at the time.
China White, located in Playa del Ingles, is another great club offering premium nightlife entertainment. Its music repertoire consists of R'n'B, pop and hip hop, plus DJ spectacles.
Fortuniis a stylish night club of Las Palmas attracting dressy young clientele. Hence, leave your beach outfit home and be elegant. Fortuni has several areas where different types of music are played, including house, rock and techno.
Garbo'sis the Broadway venue located in San Bartolome de Tirajana. It stages great shows that are accompanied with dinner. |
Nightlife on Tenerife is as attractive as anything else on the island. Puerto de la Cruz, Playa de las Americas, Los Cristianos and Costa Adeje are premier nightlife hotspots on Tenerife Island. The action is going on at rooftop terraces, at cozy clubs and at bars working until the wee hours. Nightlife on Lanzarote has two opposite faces. Tourist resorts are the main nightlife hubs featuring ample entertaining options. However, nightly entertainment ends earlier here than on Tenerife and Gran Canaria, in general.
Top nightlife areas and venuesPuerto del Carmen Costa Teguise Playa Blanca Tias San Bartolome Yaiza
Cafe La Olais the venue where you can enjoy a wide range of great tunes accompanied with dinner. Chill out, disco, pop and funky are some types of music you can listen to at this club in Puerto del Carmen.
Charlie's Baris a live music venue with bands playing some of the best rock songs in the music history. Masterpieces by Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and other nothing less great bands are on Charlie's Bar's music repertoire.La Gruta, located in Puerto del Carmen, is a first-class cocktail bar. In addition to its great selection of drinks, patrons can enjoy different types of music.
The Purple Turtleis the place you should check out if some significant sporting event is on TV. Besides live broadcasts, there is a pool where you can cool off both during the day and evening.
El Mirador in Playa Blancais the right place for enjoying magical sunsets of Lanzarote. The music repertoire consists of various types of music, including jazz and house. |
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Festivals |
Carnival:Tenerife Carnival is the world's largest after the one in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It takes place every year in February or March, featuring parades, costumes, dances and other forms of celebrations.
Semana Santa:Semana Santa is an annual religious celebration centered on Easter, the most joyful Christian event. The central event of the celebration is a parade on the city streets.
Festivals of the Cross:This popular event takes place on May 3 throughout Tenerife. On this day, many beautifully-designed and decorated crosses embellish the streets, while the magnificent fireworks display is another highlight. |
Festival of the Almond in Blossom:This popular public event takes place at the end of January in Tejeda, celebrating the blossoming of almond trees. On this occasion, participants have a chance to taste specialties made of almonds, including sweets and drinks.
Carnival:Just like on neighboring Tenerife, Carnival is the signature event of Gran Canaria. Dancing performances, masquerades and fireworks are some events people are looking forward on this special occasion.
Festival of the Lagoon:This local event relates to the aboriginal past of the island. Held in Puerto de la Aldea on September 11, it introduces the rituals once performed by the indigenous inhabitants of Gran Canaria. |
Carnival:Carnival is also celebrated in Lanzarote, taking place either in February or March. Satirical shows, samba dances, masquerades featuring traditional costumes and a big bonfire are some ways of celebrating this popular Canary event.
Corpus Christi:Corpus Christi is a religious event that is most magnificent in Arrecife. It occurs by the end of May or at the beginning of June, featuring magnificent carpets decorating the streets.
Visual Music Festival:This one-of-a-kind music event takes place in volcanic caverns of Jameos del Aqua and Cueva de los Verdes. If you happen to be on Lanzarote in October, don't miss to check out the acoustics of these two major attractions of Lanzarote. |
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