Full Day Tour

Then we will explore the historical old town together. Or you can choose to do this individually, according to your own interests. You will have 1.5 hours free time to stroll through the quiet streets of the Vegueta quarter, and/or visit the museum. Here we can get to know the characteristic colonial architecture that takes us back to the 16th century, as well as the Casa de Colón museum (Columbus House). The center of the capital, the Plaza Santa Ana was the first main square in Las Palmas, built in the late 15th century. Here we will find the Cathedral of Santa Ana as well as the dog statues that guard the cathedral and also symbolize the origin of the name of the Canary Islands. We also visit the very first market hall in the Canary Islands (closed on Sundays). The primary offer of the market is fresh local vegetables, fruits (tasting is almost mandatory) and fish. Those who prefer to go shopping will also have the opportunity to explore one of the city’s main shopping and commercial districts. There is a wide range of shops of all kinds, including craft shops and big-name boutiques. The area is also full of outdoor cafés and restaurants. If the tour is on a Sunday, the majority of shops will be closed except for the first Sunday of the month. However, on Sundays you can also take time to explore the products of the traditional Sunday handicraft market in the old town, and admission to the Columbus House museum is free. On the other days of the week the ticket costs 4 euros.