Things To Do in Gran Canaria
Aqua Sur Water Park
The biggest water park on the island, Aqua Sur Water Park (www.aqualand.es) in Maspalomas, has over 5,300 sp m (6,340 sq ft) of pools, 13 water attractions and 33 water slides.
Palmitos Park
A botanical and zoological wonderland, Palmitos Park (www.palmitospark.es) has 200 different species of birds plus the Butterfly House, an aquarium, an orchid house and extensive cactus gardens. There's also Primates Island, home to a community of white-handed gibbons.
Sioux City
Sioux City (www.siouxcity-grancanaria.com) is cowboy central, with shows such as Duel until death, Bank robbery, Town square hanging and Indian rain dance among the most popular live performances. The park also features a zoo for young visitors and horse riding.
Maspalomas Beach
Considered the most beautiful of all the beaches on the island, Maspalomas has fine white sand backed by vast, wind-sculpted dunes. At over 5.5km (3.5 miles) long, there's plenty of room even on the busiest days.
Crocodrilos Park
Otherwise known as Crocodile Park, this popular attraction is home to the biggest collection of crocodiles anywhere in Europe - over 300 of the snappy beasts call the park home. There's also a large collection of birds and monkeys as well as many other animals and tropical fish.
Holiday World
Holiday World (www.holidayworld-maspalomas.com) is the largest funfair in the Canary Islands. As well as the fair rides there is also a bowling alley, wellness centre, restaurants bars and arcades to cater for all ages.
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The biggest water park on the island, Aqua Sur Water Park (www.aqualand.es) in Maspalomas, has over 5,300 sp m (6,340 sq ft) of pools, 13 water attractions and 33 water slides.
Palmitos Park
A botanical and zoological wonderland, Palmitos Park (www.palmitospark.es) has 200 different species of birds plus the Butterfly House, an aquarium, an orchid house and extensive cactus gardens. There's also Primates Island, home to a community of white-handed gibbons.
Sioux City
Sioux City (www.siouxcity-grancanaria.com) is cowboy central, with shows such as Duel until death, Bank robbery, Town square hanging and Indian rain dance among the most popular live performances. The park also features a zoo for young visitors and horse riding.
Maspalomas Beach
Considered the most beautiful of all the beaches on the island, Maspalomas has fine white sand backed by vast, wind-sculpted dunes. At over 5.5km (3.5 miles) long, there's plenty of room even on the busiest days.
Crocodrilos Park
Otherwise known as Crocodile Park, this popular attraction is home to the biggest collection of crocodiles anywhere in Europe - over 300 of the snappy beasts call the park home. There's also a large collection of birds and monkeys as well as many other animals and tropical fish.
Holiday World
Holiday World (www.holidayworld-maspalomas.com) is the largest funfair in the Canary Islands. As well as the fair rides there is also a bowling alley, wellness centre, restaurants bars and arcades to cater for all ages.
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