Las Palmas is the joint capital of the Canaries, and one of Spain's larger cities. It enjoys the vibrancy of a buzzing city, due to the fact that a large proportion of locals live here. There's a genuine mix of attractions, from the subtle charm of La Vagueta, to the Santa Ana Cathedral, and the lovely beach of Playa de Las Canteras. The city is in the northern corner of the island so car hire in Las Palmas is a good bet. Hiring a car in Las Palmas is possible from four locations including Las Palmas airport.
A visit to Las Palmas isn't about racing from one attraction to the next; take a slow meander around La Vagueta's old winding streets, or lie on the beach for the day and enjoy the tapas bars at night. You'll notice Cathedral de Santa Ana, which is complimented beautifully by its setting in Santa Ana Square. If you're hiring a car in Las Palmas, the GC1 and GC2 main roads lead out of Las Palmas, all the way around the coast to the Parque Natural Tamabada which typifies the rugged beauty of the Canary Islands. Rent a car in Las Palmas and use the city as the base for your adventure.
