What is the currency?
La Palma uses the Euro (€) (Spain and the Canary Islands).
La PalmaSolo Trips& Tours
Solo Group Travel to La Palma – Explore Santa Cruz, Caldera de Taburiente & Roque de los Muchachos
Why visit La Palma?
Offering year-round sunshine and a more laid-back vibe, La Palma is the Canary Islands’ greenest gem—perfect for travelers who like beach time with a side of epic scenery. Sitting off the coast of northwestern Africa, this rugged volcanic island delivers big views: cloud-brushed peaks, dramatic ravines, and some of the clearest night skies you’ll ever see. Spend your days hiking pine-forest trails and lava-lined ridgelines, wandering the colorful streets of Santa Cruz de La Palma, or simply kicking back by the Atlantic with a coffee in hand—whether you’re here to explore or unwind, La Palma makes it easy.
Charming Villages
National Parks
Volcanic Landscapes
Primeval Forests
Trips to La Palma
Facts about La Palma
What is the time zone?
La Palma follows Western European Time. It’s typically 4 hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET) and 7 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PT), although this can vary slightly when the US and Europe switch to and from daylight saving time on different dates.
What is the weather like?
Expect mild temperatures year-round. Average summer temps are about 74°F (24°C), with winter averages around 64°F (18°C).
Top things to see & do
Explore Caldera de Taburiente National Park, drive up to Roque de los Muchachos for epic viewpoints and observatory stargazing, and seek out volcanic landscapes, viewpoints, and black-sand beaches.
Top local cuisine to try
Order queso palmero (local smoked goat cheese), potaje de trigo (traditional wheat stew), plus classic island sweets like rapadura and bienmesabe.
