Surrounded by towering dunes, golf courses, and plush resorts, Maspalomas is a thriving tourist town in southern Gran Canaria. It's the perfect destination for beach lovers, golf players, and outdoor enthusiasts. Spend your holiday shopping, exploring the parks, climbing the dunes, and discovering the historic attractions. Families, couples, and groups of friends looking for the ultimate Canary Island adventure will all find something to love during a visit here.

Find your dream Maspalomas accommodation

Spain-Holiday offers a wide range of holiday rentals in Maspalomas, with a little something for every type of traveller. Surprise your group with an oversized villa with a pool and garden. Or, opt for a charming beach front apartment with a balcony and ocean view. Make your family holiday complete with a house tucked away in a leafy, private neighbourhood with a swimming pool and a garden. The majority of rentals are just a stone's throw from the coastline, making it easy to access the sandy beaches and dunes of Maspalomas from nearly any holiday rental you choose. Be sure to filter your search based on your desired amenities for the best chances of finding the ideal holiday rentals in Maspalomas for your upcoming holiday.

Holidays in Maspalomas: The area and getting around

Arriving in Maspalomas

The closest airport to Maspalomas is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which is 17 miles away. From the airport, the fastest way to reach the town is via a rental car or a taxi. Using a car takes around 20 minutes. Buses also run this route, leaving every 15 minutes from the airport, and it takes around an hour to reach the town from the airport by bus.

Getting around the town

Aside from the dunes, the area of Maspalomas is quite flat, making it easy to explore the town on foot. You can reach nearly all the major attractions on foot, but if you want to save time, it's best to have a private rental car to reach the further attractions. Plus, with a private car, you'll be able to explore other Gran Canary attractions outside Maspalomas, such as Pico de las Nieves park, La Fortaleza Santa Lucia de Tirajana, and Mirador El Guriete.

Travellers and activities

Maspalomas for nature lovers

If youw want to spend time outside enjoying nature, Maspalomas is the ultimate place to do so in Gran Canary. The town is full of natural attractions and outdoor walks. For a breezy, seafront walk, go from Maspalomas to Meloneras, which is a popular walk with plenty of scenic points along the way. You can eat lunch at one of the many restaurants in Meloneras. Another popular coastal walk is to go from Maspalomas to Playa San Agustin, which passes many beaches, like Playa el Veril and Playa Las Burras, along the way.

Maspalomas for families

Families of all ages will find plenty of fun and unique ways to enjoy a holiday in Maspalomas. Go on a camel safari, where you can ride a camel through the scenic dunes, or enjoy a Segway tour, where you can zip around the entire town and see tones of attractions on two wheels. Aqualand Maspalomas is an enormous and impressive water park with multiple water slides, kids' areas, pools, and themed attractions– spend a day here splashing around and having some fun in the sun!

Top 5 travel tips in Maspalomas

1. Explore the Dunas de Maspalomas

This 998-acre nature reserve will transport you to the Sahara Desert. The undulating sand dunes here are picturesque, and offer a peaceful place for a breezy walk. Climb to the tops of the highest dunes to catch stunning views of the ocean.

2. Swim and sunbathe at the beach

Maspalomas is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Gran Canaria. Playa de San Agustin and Playa de las Burras are two of the most popular beaches in the town, and for the best Maspalomas beach experience, you'll want to be sure to visit them both. Playa de San Agustin boasts an enormous stretch of golden sandy shores, while Playa de las Burras offers a lively promenade with restaurants, bars, and shops.

3. Visit the Faro de Maspalomas lighthouse

This active 19th-century lighthouse is one of the most visited attractions in the town of Maspalomas. You can visit the museum, which is located on the first and second floors of the structure, to get a glimpse of the town's history. There's an observation point on the third floor where you can enjoy sweeping views of the coast and water. Afterward, go for a walk along the nearby promenade, where you'll find a nice selection of shops and cafés.

4. Go diving

Explore the underwater world of life and colours just off the coast of Maspalomas. While Maspalomas isn't home to any dive sites, Gran Canaria is full of them, and some of the island's best are not so far away. Calypso Dive Center in Maspalomas offers a range of diving certifications. Zeus Dive Center offers courses and tours, which both include some of the best dive sites on the island.

5. Stroll around Parque del Sur

This impressive public park in central Maspalomas is a must-visit. Go for walks on the walking paths, feed the ducks in the pond, let kids run around at the playground, and grab a cup of coffee at the café. It's an excellent spot to spend a few hours in the sun with your family or significant other!