In this post we mention those that for us are the the best viewpoints of Gran Canaria. From these points on the island you will be able to appreciate each of the contrasts of Gran Canaria. We show them all to you below!
The best viewpoints in Gran Canaria
Below we list the 19 most spectacular viewpoints on the island. Gran Canaria is full of different landscapes… you will be amazed! On the other hand, after this list, we mention some viewpoints in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to have the best views of the capital.
1. Mirador del Corazón de Jesús, Artenara
Despite its beauty, this viewpoint of the town of Artenara It is very little known. You go up a path with stairs bordering the La Cilla cave restaurant, where there is another viewpoint. Being so high, The views from the Christ are the best in the town, and they are 360 degrees.
2. Barranco de Azuaje, one of the greenest viewpoints in Gran Canaria
It is one of the few ravines in Gran Canaria that remain green all year round. It is found descending the path that goes from the town of Firgas until Azuaje ravine or vice versa.
3. Pico de Las Nieves Viewpoint, Tejeda
From this point you can have a beautiful panoramic view of Roque Nublo, its surroundings, as well as Teide (if the day is clear). There are many trails in the area like the one that takes you to the instagrammable Gañifa Window.
4. Parralillo Dam, Tejeda
If we drive from Tejeda address The Village of San Nicolás We find the Parralillo Dam. this road It is spectacular for the landscape it offers, especially when the dam has water. Next to the viewpoint we find a mill like the one we see below.
5. Los Poetas Viewpoint, Artenara
It is one of the great unknowns of Gran Canaria since it is not so easy to find. We recommend that you ask the locals how to get there once in Artenara.
6. Andén Verde Viewpoint, La Aldea de San Nicolás
It is also known as Balcony Viewpoint o Mirador El Paso Marinero. From here you can see the so-called "dragon tail" that resembles the coastal landscape. It is located on the road between La Aldea de San Nicolás and Agaete, arriving at La Aldea (the old one). You must take the “Andén Verde” detour on the road.
7. La Sorrueda Dam, Santa Lucía de Tirajana
The Sorrueda It is one of our favorite landscapes on the island. An oasis in the interior of Gran Canaria surrounded by Canarian palm groves. The most impressive thing is to see the majesty of the mountains, the dam with its large rock in the middle and the mix of flora that surrounds the dam. It is a very quiet area and ideal to disconnect. A few meters away by car is the El Alpendre restaurant, delicious.
8. Roque Nublo Natural Monument, Tejeda
Roque Nublo is one of the highest points on the island. It is because of that From here you can have one of the best views of the heart of Gran Canaria. Its pine forest and surrounding farmhouses. Also Tenerife if the weather is good. You have in our blog all the information about how to get to Roque Nublo along the shortest path. It is not really a viewpoint as such, but it is one of the points with the best panoramic views of the interior.
9. Degollada de Las Yeguas, viewpoints in Gran Canaria to see the stars
To get to this point it is best to go from Maspalomas towards Fataga. That is, the interior of Gran Canaria. You will find it on the way. From here you can see the Maspalomas Dunes on one side and the mountains of the interior of Gran Canaria on the other. A landscape that will remind you of the famous North American canyons.
10. Mirador de Unamuno, one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Gran Canaria
We know that we have already mentioned a few viewpoints in Artenara, but each one has something special. This is one of the most beautiful what to see in Gran Canaria. Both for the views and for the honor it does to the poet Unamuno.
11. Maspalomas Dunes, San Bartolomé de Tirajana
If we enter the RIU Palace Maspalomas hotel and walk to the bottom, towards the sea, we will reach this viewpoint. From here you will have a panoramic view of the Dunes and the beach of Maspalomas. If it is your first time on the island, take a look at our article on what to see in Maspalomas.
12. Llanos de La Mimbre, one of the most impressive viewpoints in Gran Canaria
In the Tamadaba Natural Park or a hidden viewpoint with stunning views of Tenerife, the Las Nieves Port and the north coast. It is the Llanos de La Mimbre Viewpoint, one of the most remote on the island.
13. Bandama Peak Viewpoint
Without a doubt it is also one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Gran Canaria. From this you can see all the Bandama boiler. We encourage you to border it with a circular hiking route by clicking on the previous link.
14. Montaña Alta Viewpoint, Santa María de Guía
To have a view 360º to the greenest mountains of Gran Canaria, we recommend the Montaña Alta viewpoint in Santa Maria de Guía. From here you will have panoramic views of pasture areas such as the famous one of Mount PavonAs well as Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and even the mountain of Gáldar. We have a route hiking in Gran Canaria in this area of the island, you can discover it in the article about Montaña Alta and Monte Pavón.
We know that we left behind viewpoints like Pinos de Gáldar, La Cilla, The Atlante, Tufa, the Fisherman in Caleta, etc. but Here we mention the 14 that we like the most. Do you know them? Leave us a comment with those you've already been with 🙂
The best viewpoints in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
On the other hand, if what you are looking for are best viewpoints in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with views of the city, the Las Canteras beach and other places of interest, take note of the following five.
15. Las Coloradas, viewpoints in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to see the sunset
This viewpoint of Las Coloradas is one of our favorites in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria by its views to Confital, the peak of La Atalaya and El Teide. In addition, The sun sets right here and you can enjoy magical sunsets.
In Las Coloradas there are about two areas or viewpoints to visit. You have the previous one and the one we show you in the next photo, both very close to each other.
16. Altavista Viewpoint, one of the most beautiful in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
From this viewpoint you will have views of the entire capital, highlighting the port area. You can even see the sea on both sides of the city. Here are several benches including some lounger type where to go to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are other viewpoints in this area of the capital such as Cittá Di Martinsicuro, but we like the Altavista one better.
17. Mirador del Cardón, viewpoints in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with views of Las Canteras
Another viewpoint in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria that we love is Cardón with a unique panoramic view. Las Canteras Beach. However, keep in mind that it is in the industrial area of Las Torres and its surroundings are not very clean. Please keep Gran Canaria clean!
18. The Atlantean
You also have very good views of Las Canteras from The Atlantean. There used to be a bar here but for the moment it remains closed. Meanwhile, we recommend a walk from the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium to this capital viewpoint with views of one of the best beaches in Gran Canaria and Las Coloradas.
19. The Giles, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
It is not that it is a viewpoint as such, but from here you will have a unique panoramic view of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with Las Canteras beach as the protagonist. To get there you will have to enter the town of The Giles and walk a little on land.
Lastly, If it is your first time in the capital, we encourage you to discover everything What to see and do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in our city guide article.
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Hello! I am Ruth, Canarian with a traveling soul. With training and experience in the tourism and digital marketing sector. In this blog I tell you all the tips you need to get to know the most authentic side of Gran Canaria on your own. I also share my travel guides to all the places in the world that I am visiting so that you can discover the destinations like a local and save time planning. In addition to traveling, I love gastronomy and sports. I run and hike in the mountains with my “dog-children” (Silver and Plata). In all these adventures my partner accompanies me, Jorge, which you will also see a lot on this blog.
With how beautiful the island is and how little we appreciate it! Good job
Hi carmen!! We do appreciate it hehe a hug
Thank you for enriching us with such beautiful landscapes and their viewpoints (many of them we didn't even know existed).
Hello José Antonio! I'm glad the information is helpful. All the best