The Las Niñas Dam is one of the best recreational areas in Gran Canaria. It is located within the municipality of Tejeda and is ideal for a day of asadero (barbecue), picnic or even camping. If you want to visit this place, it is always better to do so after rainy days. We were lucky enough to […]
THINGS TO DO
How to follow a track with the Guru maps app and download it
In this post we are going to explain how to follow a map or track with Guru Maps, a totally free mobile navigation app. As you know, at localguidegrancanaria.com you can download maps of hiking, cycling and motorcycle trail routes so you can discover Gran Canaria on your own. These maps are in .gpx format and […]
Discover Tufia beach & its pretty coastal town
Discover the 10 most beautiful towns in Gran Canaria
Do you want to know which are the most beautiful towns in Gran Canaria? In this post we will list our favorites because they preserve the Canarian essence, the authentic, the local. Many of them even maintain pre-Hispanic Canarian architecture in their streets. We are not going to continue giving you information… you have the entire list of the best towns in Gran Canaria […]
What to see in Firgas and the best places to eat
Playa del Inglés, what to see and restaurants
Shopping centers in Gran Canaria and shopping areas
In this post we are going to share with you detailed information about the shopping centers in Gran Canaria and the main shopping areas on the island. If that's okay with you, let's start by talking to you about shopping at Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and, later, we will take a tour of the southern and more touristy area. […]
Discover La Laja beach and its natural pools
Triana: what to see, go shopping and eat delicious food
One of the things you have to do in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is to visit the Triana neighborhood. This area of the city stands out for its beautiful streets, wide range of shops and diverse gastronomic offerings. The suggestive thing about this neighborhood is that it continues to preserve the small traditional trade of haberdasheries, bakeries, ice cream parlors, […]
Las Alcaravaneras, the sports beach of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
One of the 4 urban beaches to visit in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria It is that of Las Alcaravaneras. It stands out for its blonde sand and little boats in the sand. It is not usually a crowded beach, since both residents and tourists usually prefer the playa de Las Canteras. In any case, it is a beach […]