Things to do in Las Palmas

Highlights: what to expect year-round in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is best known for its easygoing tours and a compact selection of zoos & aquariums, with tours and wildlife experiences leading bookings. Demand drifts with the year but remains focused on these outdoor and discovery-led activities, peaking in the busiest months when advance planning helps.

Best activities by traveller type

Families will find the zoos & aquariums straightforward and family-friendly, offering an accessible way to meet local wildlife without complicated planning. Couples often prefer relaxed tours that showcase the island’s scenery and culture at an unhurried pace. Solo travellers and small groups can easily join the many short tours available — they’re a convenient, social way to explore without firm commitments.

What travellers book in advance

What travellers book ahead Most visitors keep plans flexible: typical bookings show that many activities are reserved about a day out, though the earliest planners book roughly four days ahead. Booking earlier becomes more important in the peak months, when availability tightens and popular tours and wildlife experiences fill up.

Comparing categories: price and who they suit

Tours are the easiest way in, sitting at the lower end of the typical price range and offering consistent, budget-friendly options for a wide range of travellers. Zoos & aquariums sit slightly higher in price on average but are also the category with the widest spread of options, making them a solid pick for families and anyone wanting a straightforward wildlife experience. Together the two categories cover most needs — economical group tours for flexibility and more curated animal encounters for family days out.