Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the island’s capital, a large port city that stretches along the northern and eastern coast of Gran Canaria. It combines a busy commercial harbour with long urban beaches, historic quarters and a modern city centre, giving it a character quite different from the resort towns found in the island’s south.

Among its attractions is the Elder Museum of Science and Technology, a family-oriented institution housed in what was once part of the city’s industrial waterfront. It offers hands-on exhibits and educational displays that appeal to visitors of all ages, reflecting the city’s role as a centre for culture and learning as well as commerce.

As the administrative and economic hub of Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offers a mix of everyday city life and visitor interest, from its shoreline promenades to museums and civic buildings, making it a practical base for exploring the wider island.