Walking, Tasting and Tales of Las Palmas Tour

Calle Eduardo Benot, 3-5, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
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Overview
Duration
4h
Languages
English
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Gran Canaria's history-packed capital is in the spotlight on this tour. Learn all the legends of Las Palmas as you explore the city's top sights, wow-factor photo spots and tourist-free treasures. You'll hear tales of pirates, plunder and even a famous cliff – Cliff Richard that is – and to top it all, round off with tapas in the local market.You'll have time to stroll the pretty palm-lined walkways in Santa Catalina Park and snap selfies with the art nouveau bandstand featured in the opening scene of Cliff Richard's 1964 film, Wonderful Life.Wander along the promenade to the lively Las Canteras beach – voted one of the world's best urban beaches – and you can see the eye-catching Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, which looks like a cross between a mosque and a lighthouse. Stop by Castillo de la Luz to learn of Las Palmas' past as a pirate battleground before mingling with the locals in Mercado del Puerto and rounding off with a drink and snack in a tourist-free tapas bar.

What to remember

Important info

  • This tour can be done in multiple languages but the language you selected will be spoken
  • The walk isn't too strenuous, about 45 minutes of actual walking, covering some 3km, but a good level of fitness is required
  • No entrances are included, just visits from outside
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • This experience is part of STEP, a selection of walking tours designed as a way to discover a destination in more depth, finding hidden gems, meeting the locals and exploring off the beaten path.
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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What's included
included-item
Walking tour. Guide. Local delicacy tasting
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Highlights

STEP walking tour of Las Canteras isthmus in Las Palmas. Explore off the beaten path parts of Gran Canaria's capital. Visit Santa Catalina Park, Las Canteras beach and Castillo de la Luz fortress. Shop in Mercado del Puerto and learn about its architecture

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
TUI ESPAÑA TURISMO S.L.U.