Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the most impressive cities in Spain. The capital of the Canary Islands, it is home to traditional Theatre and Dance festivals year round, as well as a thriving Music and Film scene. Visitors can expect hiring a car here to be extremely helpful for touring around. During a visit, it is recommended to try the Elder Museum of Science.

The yearly carnival is extremely popular and one of the most established in the whole of the Canary Islands. There are also other regular festivities, including the San Lorenzo and El Carmen parties, and also the Festival of Theatre and Dance and the Jazz Festival. The WOMAD is also regularly staged here. Some other highlights include Las Rehoyas, the Roman Park, the Santa Catalina and the Ladera Manilla. There is an abundance of scenery in and around the town that is sure to enrich any prolonged stay here.