What is the currency?
The currency used in Gran Canaria is the Euro (€), which is the standard currency across Spain and the Canary Islands.
Gran Canaria Solo Holidays
Solo Group Travel to Gran Canaria - Explore Las Palmas, Maspalomas & Tejeda
Why Visit Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria has long been a holiday favourite destination within the solo traveller community. With its swathes of sandy beaches, clear Atlantic waters and resorts to suit all tastes, this Solos Holiday is one not to be missed! From its popular hiking trails at Bandama Caldera to its Catedral de Santa Ana and protected sand dunes, Gran Canaria has something for every single traveller. With a combination of modern coastal resorts and picturesque towns full of history, we are sure that Gran Canaria will keep you coming back time and time again.
Golfing
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Holidays to Gran Canaria
Facts about Gran Canaria
What is the time zone?
Gran Canaria is in the Western European Time Zone (WET), which is GMT+0 during standard time and GMT+1 during daylight saving time.
What is the weather like?
Gran Canaria enjoys a subtropical climate, with average summer temperatures around 24-30°C and winter temperatures averaging between 15-22°C.
Top things to see & do
Visit the stunning dunes of Maspalomas, explore the picturesque village of Teror, and hike the breathtaking trails of Roque Nublo.
Top local cuisine to try
Sancocho is a traditional fish dish served with potatoes and mojo sauce, while Papas Arrugadas are wrinkled potatoes cooked in seawater and served with spicy mojo verde. Another must-try is Gofio, a roasted grain flour dish, typically served with meat or vegetables.
