The sand dunes of Maspalomas in Gran Canaria

Maspalomas holidays

Maspalomas is a town in the Canary Islands filled with all sorts of activities as well as many beaches for fun-filled family days out. Maspalomas is perfect for both families and couples, with a large amusement centre in the main city and a well-preserved nature reserve a short stroll from the beach. The endless attractions brings in countless tourists, with the Gran Canaria hitting 4.5 million tourists last year, and a large number of those visited Maspalomas. With fun, food and entertainment easily accessible, which ensures visitors remain busy with a packed to-do list.

Maspalomas information

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Average flight time

4h 30m

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Time difference

GMT +0h

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Euro €

Language

Language

Spanish

A guide to Maspalomas holidays

Food & drink in Maspalomas

Maspalomas gives tourists the option to try all sorts of different food, with Spanish, Asian and British cuisine available in almost all restaurants. Tapas still proves to be the most popular dish, which is an easy meal to enjoy while lounging in the sun and sipping on a glass of wine. Street food is also popular in Maspalomas. Whether you’re after ice cream or light bites, it’s ideal if you don’t have time to sit in a restaurant and would rather pick something up as you walk down the beach. As it is for many people in hot countries, alcohol is a fun aspect of their time in the sun – and cocktails are served in most bars. Usually, it’s recommended to have a glass of wine or a pint of beer with your meal, but cocktails are perfect for lunchtime or an after-dinner treat.

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Beautiful beaches in Maspalomas

Playa de Maspalomas is one of the favourite beaches in Maspalomas because it resembles a desert. The water is clear blue, with soft and silky sand all around. Reviews often gush over the tourist location, and most visitors have labelled the beach excellent, urging people to go there and feel the desert-like experience. Playa de San Agustin is also a hot spot due to its family-friendly vibe and gorgeous views of the blue water and black sand. There’s a rocky area which is worth exploring, but be sure to remember your shoes when you do so. Along the seafront, there are local restaurants and bars, and multiple tourists have recommended it for the views of the sunrise.

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Things to in Maspalomas

Maspalomas is filled with all sorts of things to do, ranging from incredible sights to fun activities, making it the ultimate tourist destination for people from different walks of life.

Natural Dune Reserve of Maspalomas: The Natural Dune Reserve brings in thousands of tourists each year to Gran Canaria, the sand causes many tourists to believe it resembles the Sahara Desert. Through the walking tour, visitors end up at the ocean, allowing them to see the natural beauty of the Canaries. It’s been recommended to avoid going barefoot due to the increasing heat of the reserve.

Holiday World Maspalomas: Holiday World Maspalomas is one of the biggest amusement parks available for tourists, and it’s guaranteed they’ll experience a fun day out when they go. With an assortment of classic rides, a bowling alley, an arcade and restaurants. It’s a family-friendly place, with fun available for everyone.

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Map of Maspalomas

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