The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in La Palma, Canary Islands

March 30, 2022 Chanda Heide

La Palma is a pristine paradise, set against a backdrop of volcanic landscape. Perhaps the best way to experience La Palma’s rugged beauty is a hike through the Caldera de Taburiente National Park or the narrow gorges of Los Tilos. The cool waters of natural swimming hole Charco Azul beckon on a steamy day. The dark sands of Playa Nueva are great for sunbathing and cat naps.
Restaurants in La Palma

1. Caldera de Taburiente

Carretera General de Padron, 47 El Paso, 38750, La Palma Spain +34 922 92 22 80 http://www.gobiernodecanarias.org/parquesnacionalesdecanarias/es/index.html
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5.0 based on 1,110 reviews

Caldera de Taburiente

Reviewed By wanderluster2017 - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

A stunning site to behold from different points. Definitely worth visiting by La Cumbrecita visitors' centre, very easy to reach by bus or tax or car, from which taxis are also available though some walk the steep climb to the initial viewpoint or drive to the Parking Point. An easy walk from there takes you into the caldera and even this arthritic old lady with bronchial asthma found it very comfortable gently down for the first kilometre and gently up back again.

2. Roque de Los Muchachos

Lp-4 Municipio Villa de Garafía, 38788, La Palma Spain +34 922 60 52 00 http://www.gobiernodecanarias.org/parquesnacionalesdecanarias/es/CalderaTaburiente/
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5.0 based on 1,128 reviews

Roque de Los Muchachos

Reviewed By santpedor - Barcelona, Spain

Although the road to get there is "the long and winding road" it is certainly worth the effort.The views from the top and on the way up are spectacular.If you are on the island of La Palma this visit is a must. When we set off from the coast it was cloudy but at the top it was a beautiful sunny day.

3. Volcano Route

Cumbre Vieja National Park, La Palma Spain +34 922 42 31 00 http://www.senderosdelapalma.es/senderos/lista-de-senderos/senderos-gran-recorrido/gr-131-etapa-3-refugio-de-el-pilar-fuencaliente/
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5.0 based on 162 reviews

Volcano Route

Reviewed By 875argirisc - Kárpathos, Greece

We did the root with mountain bikes, the views are fantastic and the landscape is amazing, if the weather is good you can even see Tenerife!

4. Parque Natural de Cumbre Vieja

La Palma Spain
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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Parque Natural de Cumbre Vieja

5. La Palma Outdoor

38712, La Palma Spain +34 617 50 74 79 [email protected] http://www.lapalmaoutdoor.com
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

La Palma Outdoor

Our mountain bike, kayak and hiking routs are the best options to visit La Palma Island .With our guides who knows every corner of the island we help you design any route adapted to your level and your interes. We offer mix routs like kanu and MTB in a wonderfull parts of the Island.As we have a transfer almost from any places you don't have to worry about how to get to the right meeting point.

Reviewed By davidrM6687YJ - Reading, United Kingdom

We had an amazing ride today through pine forests and down between breathtaking volcanic scenery to a secluded cove led by our fantastic guide, Numa, from the Palma Outdoors team at La Palma & Teneguia Princess. Highly recommended, fabulous views. Mountain bikes and e bikes available, bikes are transported to starting point, and the guide will accommodate all levels. A fantastic day out!!

6. Observatorium Roque de Los Muchachos

Ctra. al Roque de Los Muchachos, 38788, La Palma Spain +34 922 40 55 00 [email protected] http://www.iac.es/eno.php?op1=2&lang=en
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4.5 based on 165 reviews

Observatorium Roque de Los Muchachos

Reviewed By JABDover - Dover, United Kingdom

A visit to the international observatory at the Roque de Los Muchachos is a must. The scenery is amazing, and I would also recommend a tour of one of the telescopes; this can be booked through the company Ad Astra La Palma for a very reasonable cost of €9 per person (not including transport). Our tour guide, Sheila Crosby, was excellent, and has written a most interesting book on the subject. If you want to extend your astronomical experience, you could also book a night-time stargazing tour through the same company or through Astro La Palma. Until the new visitor centre is opened, make sure you take a packed lunch with you to the Roque de Los Muchachos as there are no facilities.

7. Instituto de Astrofisica de Canarias

Observatorio del Roque de los Muchachos Apartado de Correos 50, Breña Baja, 38712, La Palma Spain +34 922 40 55 00 [email protected] http://www.iac.es/eno.php?op1=2
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Instituto de Astrofisica de Canarias

8. Maroparque isla de La Palma

Calle Cuesta 28, 38713 Brena Alta, La Palma Spain +34 922 41 77 82 [email protected] http://www.maroparque.com
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4.5 based on 260 reviews

Maroparque isla de La Palma

ave you ever been to a Rescue of Exotic Animal Center on the verge of a ravine? Welcome to Maroparque Isla de La Palma, a botanical and Rescue of Animal Exotic Center site which offers you panoramic views of some parts of the island as well as of the ocean. At Maroparque you can enjoy yourself while seeing exotic animals (some of them, endangered species), such as crocodriles, porcupines,snakes, birds of prey, ostrichs, monkeys...Or take a walk through our pasable aviaries surrounded by cranes, peacocks, parrots..And beautiful albino wallabies! Always surrounded by a lot of vegetation (mostly endemic)

Reviewed By amb9876 - Frome, United Kingdom

I'm not sure what the architect was on when he designed this place but I want some. It's a great use of space with lots of interesting and creative touches. Not sure I'll ever see another vertical zoo. As it's predominantly a rescue centre for former exotic pets it's well worth a few of your euros as well as being a great way to spend an hour or two.

9. Charco Azul

Camino del Melonar, San Andres y Sauces, La Palma Spain +34 677 70 49 00 http://www.visitlapalma.es/playas/piscinas-naturales-del-charco-azul
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4.5 based on 635 reviews

Charco Azul

Reviewed By santpedor - Barcelona, Spain

The day we visited there were very few people there so a swim in the charco was a real pleasure.There was a lifeguard on duty and only a handful of tourists. This place is much nicer than the typical hotel pools. Unfortunately the nearby restaurant was closed so we had to go elsewhere for lunch.

10. Volcan Teneguia

Fuencaliente de la Palma, La Palma Spain +34 922 42 31 00 http://www.fuencalientedelapalma.es
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Volcan Teneguia

Reviewed By PEAtts - Kettering, United Kingdom

Thoroughly enjoyed our volcano trip, interesting display and information in the visitors centre before a little hike along the volcano ridge itself. Definitely glad I had a jacket as it got quite windy up there and the walk can be a little slippery underfoot so trainers at least are a sensible choice. Views from the top are spectacular and worth the walk, not sure the Spanish are so worried about health and safety as I doubt the single rope along the pathway would hold you back if you took a tumble.

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