Las Palmas (capital)

Gran Canaria, Spain

Gran Canaria's cosmopolitan capital, featuring baroque Spanish plazas and pedestrian malls.

Places in Las Palmas (capital)

Poemas An elegant dining experience led by chefs Juan Carlos and Jonathan Padrón, located within the five-star Santa Catalina hotel.
Las Palmas plaza cafes Cafes throughout the baroque Spanish plazas of the capital.
Bochinche eateries Traditional Canarian eateries where you can enjoy generous portions of food for reasonable prices.

Best time to visit: Year-round mild climate, with April to June and September to November offering the most comfortable temperatures.
Getting around: Las Palmas, the island's capital, is walkable in its central districts; the wider island is best explored by car.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: Spanish. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: WET (UTC+0, UTC+1 in summer)
Current trends: Gran Canaria's dining scene continues to elevate traditional Canarian cuisine through Michelin-starred ambition, with the Ruta del Vino wine route and traditional bochinche eateries reflecting the island's growing pride in its distinct culinary and wine identity.

Meloneras — An upmarket resort area home to El Churrasco.
Ruta del Vino wine region — The Canary Islands' first official wine route, featuring bodegas and artisanal wine shops.