Top Things to do in Gran Canaria
What to do and see in Gran Canaria, Canary Islands: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Welcoming, tolerant Gran Canaria offers a little something for everyone. Families flock to the water parks and beaches of Puerto Rico. Those seeking peaceful escape scamper to Mogan's quiet fishing villages. Gay visitors crowd the bars, restaurants and beaches of Playa del Ingles. Urban attractions are on offer in Las Palmas. Three highways open up the island for those with a rental car or a bus schedule. Prime sites to visit include Iglesia de San Juan Bautista de Arucas and Palmalitos zoo park.
Restaurants in Gran Canaria
1. Parroquia de San Juan Bautista
2. The Rose Show Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
The Rose Show Bar brings you the best entertainment on the island, fun comperes with nightly music quiz, fun bingo, karaoke, late night disco and AMAZING COCKTAILS. LIVE SPORTS on numerous screens with English commentary.
Reviewed By louisemm2016
Always guaranteed a great night out in this place. The guys are so friendly and make you feel at home instantly. EPL shown on numerous screens. Great entertainment, delicious cocktails and fab selection of Gins....
3. Bodega San Juan - Museo del Vino
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
Due to the events that are happening by COVID19 and on the recommendation of the Ministry of Health, we have decided to temporarily close our cellar from March 13 to April 13, to try to prevent the possible spread of the virus. We hope you understand the decision and its understanding. Sorry for the inconvenience.
4. Casa de Colon
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4.5 based on 1,841 reviews
Christopher Columbus' house is now a history museum, displaying several of his belongings, including his drawings, journals and a portrait.
Reviewed By VacaCouple2014 - New York City, United States
For history buffs this is a must see. The travels of the Nina,Pinta, and Santa Maria are all on display with replicas of the boats and a life-size replica of a cabin so you can imagine what it was like to travel back then and explore new worlds. Fascinating history with photos, provision lists, artifacts and more
5. Museo Elder de la Ciencia y la Tecnologia
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4.5 based on 697 reviews
Reviewed By 912RichardB
Visited on a day when the weather forecast was rainy without high expectations but was amazed by the diversity and quality of the interactive displays. These were as good if not better than I have seen in many big cities with a bonus of there not being big crowds so you have a go at most things without queuing. There were lots of hands on large scale classic physics apparatus plus some thrilling virtual reality experiences. The staff were all extremely helpful and friendly with many speaking English. Most of the exhibits had English language descriptions. The top floor had interesting displays from the local university about their research particularly in relation to the marine environment and broader environmental issues. Overall excellent value for money
6. Templo Ecumenico El Salvador
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4.5 based on 503 reviews
Horario de Misas católicas: De Mayo a Septiembre: de lunes a viernes a las 20h, sábados 20h y domingos 10h y 20h. De Octubre a Abril: de lunes a viernes a las 18:30h, sábados a las 20h y domingos a las 10h y 18h.
Reviewed By martinbE5225FF - Harrogate, United Kingdom
the beach is the most amazing to look at from above while on the promenade the church is stunning during sunset the sun shines through the stained glass windows
7. Museo & Parque Arqueologico Cueva Pintada
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4.5 based on 526 reviews
Cueva Pintada, after which the site was named, was discovered in the mid 19th century and is part of a group of artificial caves excavated in the volcanic rock.. Its geometrical motifs make it the most unique representation of the Pre-Hispanic wall paintings, an exceptional testimony of the artistic and symbolic expression of the people of the Canary Islands. Excavations made here since 1987 until today have confirmed the fact that Cueva Pintada used to be part of a village with over fifty houses and artificial caves dating back from the 6th to the 16th centuries.The remains of the indigenous village of Cueva Pintada can be admired from a walkway surrounding those structures preserved, which allows visitors to look at the detail of the houses and indigenous caves.
Reviewed By r0landbrunner - Zurich, Switzerland
what an amazing site! you can not visit it on your own, but there are regular scheduled guided tours in several languages, lasting 1.5 hours visit, and this museum is sure the highlight of the island. (see also the entry Museo & Parque Arqueologico Cueva Pintada)
8. Auditorio Alfredo Kraus
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4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By MelvynE569 - Godalming, United Kingdom
THis is my favourite concert hall among all those I have visited - which include Carneigie, Royal Festival, Albert, Vienna Musikverein, Concertgebouw, Geneva Victoria Hall, Valencia. No bad seats. Great acoustic. Excellent seat prices and reductions for retired people. Superb classical concerts from a first rate local orchestra as well as a magnificent festival attracting international stars such as Lang Lang, Murray Perahia, Juan Diego Florez etc. And you can walk to it along the beach! The crowning glory of a magnificent island. (Look at Teatro Perez Galdos as well....) Of course, the place is about CONCERTS (they also do pop and jazz) but if your visit is too short a guided tour is worthwhile, interesting and well done. Of course, you have to have an interest in such things or an open mind, but the guides make it all very accessible and pleasant.
9. Basilica de la Virgen del Pino
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4.5 based on 456 reviews
Reviewed By 686anamarijap
Very nice basilica in the center of town Terror. Good measures to prevent the spread of covid infection. There is enough parking space. In front there are stands with original desserts. I would recommend everyone to come for a walk here.
10. Arehucas Rum Distillery
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4.5 based on 662 reviews
A journey through the HISTORY OF RUM.During the Arehucas Guided Tour visitors can enjoy the facilities of our distillery, full of history, tradition and work well done. Besides explaining the process of making our rums the tour allows us to visit one of the oldest rum cellars in Europe, made up of 4,308 american oak barrels. This tour through the history of rum in the Canary Islands takes 45 minutes and consists of 5 stages: Origin of Arehucas; visit to the cellar where the ageing process is carried out; learning about the rum processing and visit to the mill and the fermentation and distillation rooms. Visit to the bottling plant and tasting of some of our wide variety of rums and liqueurs. At the end of the visit, you can purchase the Destilerias Arehucas products.
Reviewed By E6878AXleonb
We had a really great tour guide, who made a very interesting tour with some rum tasting in the end. All the people working their are very nice and know a lot about the company. A must do in Gran Canaria.
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