Take advantage of Gran Canaria’sreputation as a great place to shop. Add to your wardrobe, stock up ongroceries or just enjoy the atmosphere at one of the many quirky shops andboutiques. In CITA Shopping Centre and El Muelle Shopping Centre there is ahuge selection of wares to suit all tastes. There is more shopping fun to befound at Las Arenas Centro Comercial and Pueblo Canario.
Escape the bustling streets and browse a few of themuseums in Gran Canaria, such as the art gallery,Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro and Museo Nestor. Inquiring minds will also lovethe Casa Museo Perez Galdos as well as the Museo Elder de la Ciencia y laTecnologia.
Want to get close to nature? Then visit some of theleafy nature retreats in the area. Two top urban parks for nature lovers arePalmitos Park and the Parque Doramas. Parque San Telmo and Parque Romano aretwo other pleasant scenic urban parks perfect for lazy days in the sunshine.
There’s absolutely no excuse for neglecting yourswing when staying in Gran Canaria, home to anumber of the most challenging holes in the area. Set aside a couple of hoursand head to Maspalomas Golf Course and the well designed El Cortijo Club deCampo.
As a result of the efforts of its artistically-mindedlocals, Gran Canaria has some gorgeous performingarts institutes. For a memorable night out, book a ticket to the Teatro PerezGaldos and the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium.
Get active in the outdoors by planning a trip tothe local natural reserves, such as Maspalomas Dunes or Huerto de las Flores.Come to these great places and try to spot the local flora and fauna, beforehaving lunch or a drink in the reserves’ beautiful grounds.
