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faq.subtitle Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is part of Spain and Schengen zone. EU citizens need only ID. Others require Schengen visa or exemption (US, UK, Canada, Australia). Max stay 90 days in 180 days.
Yes, very safe. Canary Islands have low crime rates in Spain. Just watch for pickpockets in tourist areas and avoid free offers (timeshare scam).
Weather is pleasant year-round (18-24C). For beach: May-October. To avoid crowds: April-May or September-November. For hiking: November-March.
Buses (Global for island, Guaguas for city) are affordable. Rental car best for exploring mountains. Taxis are cheap. From airport: bus to Las Palmas 3EUR, taxi 30-35EUR.
Maspalomas (famous dunes), Playa del Ingles (lively resort), Amadores (calm, family-friendly), Las Canteras (city beach), Puerto Rico (wind-protected).
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Gran Canaria
Get a TransGC card for cheaper bus rides. Can be bought and topped up at bus stations or kiosks.
Beware of timeshare scam: avoid free scratch cards, free trips, or camera offers in tourist areas.
Use SPF 30+ sunscreen even on cloudy days. Island is close to equator and UV rays are strong.
Pay attention to beach flags: red = no swimming, yellow = caution, green = safe. Currents can be strong.
Try local dishes: Papas Arrugadas (wrinkled potatoes with mojo), Sancocho (fish stew), Queso de Flor cheese.
Rent a car to explore the mountainous interior. Roads are good but winding. Roque Nublo is worth visiting.
Choose euros when paying by card. Selecting your home currency adds 3-5% conversion fee.
No tourist tax in Canary Islands. The price you see is the price you pay for hotels.
Карты МИР на Гран-Канарии НЕ работают. Оформите карту Visa/Mastercard в банке Казахстана, Турции или Армении, либо везите наличные евро.
Для въезда нужна шенгенская виза. Консульский сбор 80€. Можно оформить испанскую визу или визу любой страны Шенгена.
Прямых рейсов из России нет. Летите через Стамбул (Turkish Airlines), Дубай (Emirates) или Белград (Air Serbia).
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1.4 €~1.6 $
Global bus: city routes 1.40-2.50 EUR, long-distance 6-9 EUR. Las Palmas — Maspalomas ~8 EUR. TransGC card for discounts. Cash or card payment. Modern air-conditioned buses
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3.15 €~3.6 $
Tariff 1 (day): flagfall 3.15 EUR + 1.10 EUR/km. Tariff 2 (night/weekend): 3.45 EUR + 1.26/km. Airport +1.70 EUR. Port +0.70 EUR. Booking +0.50 EUR. All metered. Airport — Maspalomas ~35-45 EUR
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
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location.transport.bus | 1.4 € ~1.6 $ | — | Global bus: city routes 1.40-2.50 EUR, long-distance 6-9 EUR. Las Palmas — Maspalomas ~8 EUR. TransGC card for discounts. Cash or card payment. Modern air-conditioned buses |
location.transport.taxi | 3.15 € ~3.6 $ | — | Tariff 1 (day): flagfall 3.15 EUR + 1.10 EUR/km. Tariff 2 (night/weekend): 3.45 EUR + 1.26/km. Airport +1.70 EUR. Port +0.70 EUR. Booking +0.50 EUR. All metered. Airport — Maspalomas ~35-45 EUR |