Culture and performances
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Las Palmas also has a serious cultural side. At the western end of Las Canteras stands Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, one of the city’s most recognisable
Las Canteras evenings
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Las Canteras provides another style of nightlife. Here, the evening often begins while people are still on the beach. Swimmers leave the water, runners appear
Vegueta after dark
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Vegueta changes character in the evening. During the day, visitors come for the cathedral, museums and historic streets. At night, restaurants and bars take over
Wine from Gran Canaria
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Wine may not be the first thing visitors associate with Gran Canaria. Beaches, rum and cold beer tend to get more attention, but vines have
Markets and informal eating
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Markets are an excellent way to discover local products. Mercado de Vegueta is the oldest produce market in the Canary Islands. The current building dates
Las Canteras promenade
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The Las Canteras promenade is one of those places you will probably use without ever putting it on your sightseeing list. It runs alongside the
Seafood by the water
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Las Palmas is a natural place to eat fish and seafood. The Atlantic is never far away, and several parts of the city combine seafood
Discover Canarian cuisine
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One of the easiest ways to understand Gran Canaria a little better is through its food. Canarian cooking is generally uncomplicated, filling and built around
Ciudad Jardín and a quieter stay
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Another option is Ciudad Jardín, or Garden City, between the historic centre and the northern districts. This leafy residential area offers a quieter atmosphere while
Staying in Vegueta and Triana
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Travellers who prefer history, architecture and city atmosphere may want to stay further south around Vegueta or Triana. Vegueta is the oldest district in Las