Top Things to do in Canary Islands
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Top 10 Observatories & Planetariums in Canary Islands, Canary Islands
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. AstroEduca SL
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
AstroEduca offers you the opportunity to enjoy our skies through astronomical evenings, stargazing, astrotours, astronomical hikes or from an advanced observatory with the latest technology in all Gran Canaria. An alternative nightlife cultural richness that can not be missed during your stay on the island. We offer our services in Gran Canaria. Ask to us activities in all the Canary Islands. Astronomy Shop in Gran Canaria
2. Observatorium Roque de Los Muchachos
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4.5 based on 165 reviews
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.
3. Instituto de Astrofisica de Canarias
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
4. Telescopio Nazionale Galileo
5. Mirador Sicasumbre
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By L7768EQdavidd - Devon, United Kingdom
Thursday 26th November and we we driving from Pajara to La Pared and we were very pleasantly surprised to find this unusual Mirador along the way. We made are way up, the paved pathway and steps, to the Mirador, which took about 10 minutes. Initially the stone pathway is a gentle incline but becomes a sharp slope towards the top. There were small solar lights set into the path, which would be use at night to guide visitors to the top. On the pathway up to the astronomical view point, there is a small lookout area, with the statue of 2 goats and a stone star set into the ground. From here there are some incredible views across to the Cardon Mountain. It was extremely windy when we visited and rain was threatening so basically it was a quick up and down. Even though the weather was not that brilliant when we were here, we were treated to some incredible views across the Island. This is a unique Mirador as its visitors would normally come here at night, with their telescopes and viewing equipment to view the sky and all its treasures. The pathway, its small low walls and other structures have been constructed with an orange/brown stone which compliments the natural landscape. There are numerous information boards around giving details of where to look and what can be seen. There were some fittings for viewing equipment in place but the equipment had been removed.
6. Mirador Astronomico del Llano del Jable
7. Observatorio Astronomico de Temisas
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4.5 based on 162 reviews
The Canaries are one of the three best locations in the World for stargazing. This observatory is just 35 minutes from Maspalomas, and offers a family-friendly 2 hour tour , including an introduction to astronomy and telescopes, a laser-guided observation of Southern constellations, and actual observation of planets, nebulae and star clusters with the main instruments at our dome.
Reviewed By 642ChrisH642 - London, United Kingdom
Had a wonderful night star gazing at this observatory. Our guide for the evening was very knowledgeable, super friendly and made for a really fun evening
8. Museo de la Ciencia y el Cosmos
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4.0 based on 181 reviews
Come to this unusual museum and discover the laws and principles that govern nature and the universe.
Reviewed By Neanderdalia - Berkshire, United Kingdom
It was soooo amazing! If you are into science and have kids of any (and I mean it – any) age with you, that’s the place to be. We have spent 3h in this museum and honestly – we could have spent twice as much. It’s very hands-on experience, there is even room for toddlers (toddler science – how cool is that??) to explore. My kids (5 & 8) had an amazing time in this museum and we will definitely return on our next visit to Tenerife.
9. Lanzarote Golf Resort
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4.0 based on 150 reviews
All over Europe golf is a sport most suited to being played in warm seasons. Here at“Lanzarote Golf” you can enjoy your favourite sport 365 days of the year, in a beautifulclimate, on a course which captures the beauty and atmosphere of this unique island.“Lanzarote Golf” is situated on the Canary Island of Lanzarote, a tourist destination whichcan be reached from all main European cities. It is situated in the main tourist centre ofPuerto del Carmen just 5 minutes from the best hotels and beaches of the island and 10minutes from the airport.A modern 18-hole golf course par 72, it was created by the well-known American designerRon Kirby who adapted the original land, with its attractive undulations in keeping with theidyllic landscape of Lanzarote. (Kirby – “I want the course to be fun and enjoyable for allplayers but never regarded as easy”).The club house offers all services: reception, pro-shop, hiring of all golf equipment (golf clubs,trolleys, electric trolleys, buggies) bar/cafeteria with large terraces and spectacular viewsover the course and the Atlantic ocean.Our professionals will help you improve your game, and our Golf Academy, driving range,practice course and putting green are at your disposal.Come to visit “Lanzarote Golf. No matter what handicap you have, the golf course ischallenging at all levels and with a perfect all-year-round climate, you will have a trulyenjoyable experience.Season; Open all year round.Services;Club hire, trolleys, buggies, driving range, putting green, pro-shop and club storage. OtherServices: Club house, male and female changing rooms, locker hire, bar and café-Restaurant. Club Professionals and Clubmaker.Technical Information;Holes; 18 Holes.Par: 72Driving Range: YesMeasurements:White tee : 6133 mYellow tee: 5796 mBlue tee: 5363 mRed tee: 4827 mSlope rating of the Course:White tee: 125Yellow tee: 125Blue tee: 126Red tee: 120
Reviewed By AndyLaz65 - Rotherham, United Kingdom
We decided to play here as a friend of one of our party lived in Lanza and did some organizing for us. As it got nearer the time to travel I think we were all a bit worried as to whether we had made the right choice. We need not have worried we did make the right choice. A few reviews on here are a bit ambiguous and left us wondering what the fairways and greens etc would be like, i will try and explain. The fairways are lush and cut to perfect lengths. The actual grass isn't broad bladed as you find in a garden or round a pool abroad it is more like grass you find in the British isles. The greens were receptive and true, they weren't lightning fast as you might expect to find on an island with hardly any natural water but weren't slow either. They do have patches of damage, some patched to repair some sanded. We didn't have any complaints (why people cant repair pitch marks though I will never know). The wind is a big factor on our first day it was blowing a gale on our last day it was breezy to still. To try and put a prerspective on it, between us we have played loads of courses, personally i've played Boston, The Mere, Rotherham, Fulford, rockliffe hall, the welcombe stratford and many more the ones mentioned are all very good courses and I have to say I enjoyed Lanzarote Golf as much as any of them. We had a beer every day and a snack once. The beer was fine as it was bottled the sandwiches we had were poor and expensive. We will be trying somewhere different next year but that is nothing to do with the golf course, we would visit again but not for a little while. Thanks for the memories Lanzarote golf we thoroughly enjoyed our time with you.
10. Observatorio del Teide
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4.0 based on 525 reviews
Reviewed By 567alexanderp - Cambridge, United Kingdom
The day tour of the observatory is a good insight into its unique location and a chance to see solar eruptions (we did) or spot (we did not) through a telescope. Overall, informative and enjoyable. The night sky is very special, in particular before the moon rises. Dress warmly for the night tour, even in the middle of the summer.
