Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Canary Islands, Canary Islands

March 9, 2022 Claudia Navarrete

The sun-drenched Canary Islands lie close to North Africa and have an exotic flavor of their own. Hundreds of volcanoes, rolling sand dunes, rich forests and rugged cliffs dapple these seven Atlantic gems. Catch a ferry to Lanzarote. Ride a camel through volcanic Timanfaya National Park. Take on Tenerife, home of Mount Teide, Spain's tallest peak. Romp Grand Canary's beaches or hike La Gomera's Garajonay National Park. More adventures await on tiny El Hierro, verdant La Palma and peaceful Fuerteventura.
Restaurants in Canary Islands

1. Parque Rural de Anaga

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife Spain
Excellent
83%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 217 reviews

Parque Rural de Anaga

Reviewed By JenyL126

I took the bus from La Laguna to the visitor centre, they were very helpful there, suggesting a walk that fitted my requirements and providing a map. I walked the 5 km on my own and it was wonderful, so peaceful with just the bird song for company. Beautiful views near the visitor centre, not very obvious where to go to see but if you cross the road (from the centre) and walk to the left of the restaurant, behind it there are steps, or a ramp, which lead you up to an amazing view. Also there is a cafe near the centre which was very good.

2. Timanfaya National Park

35560, Lanzarote Spain +34 928 11 80 42
Excellent
67%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18,564 reviews

Timanfaya National Park

An awe-inspiring stretch of volcanic wasteland: a desolate and bleak monument to the power of Mother Nature.

Reviewed By RicardoBowie - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Timanfaya National Park is the most popular attraction on Lanzarote and for good reasons. A beautiful, wild and rugged landscape that has lava fields, volcanic activities and craters that can be scaled by hikers and walkers who are prepared to go a little further than the the bus tour. An entry fee to the park and the 'official gate' will get you a bus tour (approximately 45 mins) or you can book in advance for a guided walk. Both these methods suit most people. That said, if you want to walk without a guide a good place would be parking at Caldera Blanco and walking into the lava fields from there. Totally free. This can take you to several points in the park. I climbed Caldera Blanco. The parking area is on 'maps'. You can also park in the village of Tianjo. My route took about 3 and a half hours. Circumnavigate top of caldera then back.

3. Loro Parque

Avenida Loro Parque s/n, 38400 Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife Spain +34 922 37 38 41 [email protected] http://www.loroparque.com/
Excellent
71%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30,048 reviews

Loro Parque

Loro Parque is the world-famous and adored by all animal adventure park in the Canaries. Get ready for excitement and fun at this "must see" attraction..

Reviewed By broganmumby

We went on a transfer from Playa de las Americas, which doesn't take as long as they say! Fantastic park with so much to see! Highly recommend the tour that they offer you when you go in as you get to see everything behind the scenes as well such as the vets, penguins and go underneath the orca whale tank to see them! They tell you everything about the place as well and will help you to find out which order to do the shows in! Whale and dolphin shows are a must!! Food is above average but fine for snacks and drinks!

4. Cocodrilo Park Gran Canaria

Carretera General Los Corralillos, Km 5, 35118, Gran Canaria Spain +34 928 78 47 25 [email protected] http://www.cocodriloparkzoo.com
Excellent
57%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,045 reviews

Cocodrilo Park Gran Canaria

The only animal recue centre in the Canaries. COCODRILE PARK is home to many animals brought by individuals or seized governmments. Many have terrible stories of abuse and neglect before coming here.

Reviewed By paulawat50 - Cardiff, United Kingdom

Very nice well kept rescued animals including tigers snakes chimps birds and lots of crocodiles including babies. Make sure you go at interactive times (11am - 1pm ish). Not expensive

5. Tenerife Auditorium (Auditorio de Tenerife)

Avenida la Constitucion 1, 38003 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife Spain +34 922 23 84 00 [email protected] http://www.auditoriodetenerife.com
Excellent
48%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,173 reviews

Tenerife Auditorium (Auditorio de Tenerife)

Auditorio de Tenerife is avant-guarde, in its’ architecture and its’ programme. An open space, communicative, that connects with everyone: jazz, opera, dance, rock, pop…

Reviewed By ClaudiaV259 - Belgrade, Serbia

Very unique design and interesting to scrutinize at every angle. You can sit inside and order a coffee. It was very windy when we visited which forced us to leave earlier than we planned.

6. Playa de Las Canteras

Paseo de las Canteras Belén de arena, 35008 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria Spain http://www.grancanaria.com/patronato_turismo/Las-Canteras.22610.0.html
Excellent
65%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7,873 reviews

Playa de Las Canteras

Reviewed By deltaman0_0 - Plymouth, United Kingdom

Our second visit in December 2018 and now in January 2020, We have had wonderful weather on both visits, Great walk along the wonderful 3.5 km promenade a great clean beach with facilities for the disabled to enjoy the beach, excellent restaurants and cafés Don't miss out on this amazing place.

7. Monkey Park

Camino Moreque, 38627 Los Cristianos, Arona, Tenerife Spain +34 922 79 07 20 [email protected] http://www.monkeypark.com
Excellent
57%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,999 reviews

Monkey Park

Reviewed By garyjI6527IN

We love this place ,been coming here for years , the place is spotless the animals VERY well looked after ,the place is lovely :) 70c for a small coffee :) tubs of fruit and veg 3€ to feed the animals , this is our favourite spot in the world ❤????

8. Islas Graciosa

Spain +34 630 19 79 21 http://www.facebook.com/Alquiler-de-Bicicletas-en-La-Graciosa-La-Molina-bike-264885483694282/
Excellent
73%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 692 reviews

Islas Graciosa

Reviewed By Wanderer191255 - Southport, United Kingdom

If you ever wanted to step back in time this is the place to visit. There are no tarmac roads and houses grow out of the sand down to the edge of the beach. A delightful place to visit.

9. Playa de Maspalomas

Maspalomas, Gran Canaria Spain http://www.grancanaria.com/turismo/pl/plaze/maspalomas/
Excellent
57%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8,363 reviews

Playa de Maspalomas

Reviewed By SebP_AnnaB - Brussels, Belgium

The Dunes and Beach of Maspalomas are a surprising sight and something not seen every day. Get lost in the dramatic sweeping dunes, walking along their crest of in the valleys between only to find before you a beautiful beach with inviting waters, even in December I was able to spend 45 minutes in the water! Key Points: 1) Bring Sunblock and Water. Not a lot of shade in the area and you don't want to wait for hours in lines a the drink shacks. 2) Dunes are gorgeous and fun. Have fun, try running down the dunes and jumping by the edge! 3) Be careful of the rip-tide. Maspalomas beach is a place where currents intersect. On some days the riptide is enough to carry you away even if you're in knee-high water. 4) Not a nude beach, specifically. But plenty of nude people. However, people are comfortable is how they do the beach there.

10. Marina Rubicon

Urbanizacion Castillo del Aguila, calle Berrugo n02, 35570 Playa Blanca, Lanzarote Spain +34 928 51 90 12 [email protected] http://www.marinarubicon.com/en/home/
Excellent
52%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9,340 reviews

Marina Rubicon

Reviewed By jonomahony - Dublin, Ireland

This is a very modern Marina but it is very well laid out and well designed so it has a good deal of charm about it. Pleny and varied dining options, a little more upmarket than most other places in Playa Blanca. it has a nice arts and craft market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings

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