Best viewpoints in Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria’s diverse topography offers a range of vantage points, from the central volcanic peaks of Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga to the coastal cliffs of Mirador del Balcón. Key spots include the 569-meter Pico de Bandama, overlooking a massive volcanic caldera, and the Mirador Las Dunas, providing views of the 400-hectare Maspalomas nature reserve. Inland lookouts like El Guriete showcase deep ravines and palm groves, while urban viewpoints provide perspectives on the island's historical architecture.

Best Viewpoints in Gran Canaria — Map

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St. Ann Cathedral

The oldest church on the island built in a mixed yet impressive style.

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Maspalomas Dunes

Breathtaking - the best word to describe this vast sandy area. The dunes were formed into rounded hills and wave-like patterns during the…

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Roque Nublo

This volcanic formation is the second highest peak of Grand Canaria and it used to be a sacred place for indigenous people, who used it as…

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Roque Bentayga

This highland rock formation is one of the most popular and scenic spots in Gran Canaria.

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Degollada de las Yeguas

Looking for a great trip destination from Maspalomas? This viewpoint area is the place to go.

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Mirador Degollada de Becerra

Located at 1,550 meters, this lookout provides views across the volcanic basin of Tejeda, including the iconic monoliths of Roque Nublo and Roque Bentayga.

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Mirador del Balcon

A balcony built into a vertical cliff on the western coast, offering views of the 'Dragon's Tail' cliff formations and the neighboring island of Tenerife.

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Mirador Las Dunas

An accessible platform at the entrance to the Maspalomas Dunes Nature Reserve, overlooking the golden sand dunes and the Atlantic coast.

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Anden Verde

Situated along the GC-200 coastal road, these cliffs rise hundreds of meters above the sea, offering views of the rugged western coastline.

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Mirador El Guriete

Overlooks the Barranco de las Tirajanas, showcasing a deep ravine filled with palm groves and the traditional white houses of Santa Lucía de Tirajana.

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Pico de Bandama

A 569-meter peak providing a 360-degree view of the 200-meter deep Bandama Caldera, the city of Las Palmas, and the island's oldest golf course.

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Mirador de Las Tederas

Located within the Pilancones Natural Park, this spot overlooks the Ayagaures ravine and its reservoirs amidst a landscape of pine forests.

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Mirador de Las Canteras

Offers a panoramic view of the northern coast, the Confital bay, and the two-mile stretch of Las Canteras beach in Las Palmas.

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veneguera

A lookout over the fertile Veneguera valley, characterized by traditional agriculture and proximity to the colorful volcanic rock formations of Los Azulejos.

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