Gran Canaria is the second largest island of the Canary archipelago, located in the Atlantic Ocean at about 150 kilometers from the northwestern coast of Africa and 1350 km from Europe. The island, of volcanic origin, has a round shape with a diameter of around 50 km and with a maximum altitude of 1,949 meters.
Gran Canaria is defined as a miniature continent thanks to the scenery variety and to the multitude of micro climates. The average day temperature is of 20 °C in winter and 26 °C in summer, and thanks to its special weather is one of the most appealing European destination throughout the year, with daily flights connecting the island to the main European cities.
With friendly and open minded inhabitants, high security standards and a wide number of attractions, Gran Canaria is the perfect destination to spend a holiday with your family, partner or friends. Whether you want to relax and enjoy the sunshine or to get active with an enormous quantity of activities and excursions you will have plenty of choice.
Luxury cars or Limousine transfers, helicopter or private plane charter tours over the island, villas private chef service, golf courses, luxury boats, healthy treatments, children and teens theme parks, exciting nightlife and casinos are just a touch, in Gran Canaria you are almost certain to find what you are looking for!
Las Palmas, the sparkling capital with plenty of multicultural activities is indeed worth a visit and its beach, La Cantera, has been named several times as one of the best world’s city beaches. Sit in a café to watch how the locals keep healthy, or taste local tapas and paella admiring the beauty of the sea and of the surrounding mountains.
Guests who want to enjoy art and cultural visits will be satisfied with museums, theatres, local and picturesque markets, the antique “barrio” of Vegueta, and the beautiful Cathedral.
The South of Gran Canaria counts with some of the best beaches in Europe, including the impressive Maspalomas dunes, where the desert meets the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
There are around 60 km of beaches in 235 km of coastline to choose from, green valleys alternate to dry mountains, palms, banana plantations and boungavilles open up to eucalyptus and pine trees as you are driving up to El Pico de Las Nieves at 2000 meters from where, during clear days, you can admire the Telde Volcano of Tenerife.
Charming villages with their unique style and traditions will impress you and no matter in which period you will come, almost certainly will find a traditional event or a local festival to better learn the local culture.
Your Villa Canaria dedicated concierge service will offer assistance to our guests in booking your preferred activities on the island.