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Beach · Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands
Las Canteras Beach
Urban beach of about 3 km of light sand on the isthmus of Las Palmas, protected by the La Barra reef, with a promenade, restaurants and snorkeling.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Las Canteras Beach
Playa de Las Canteras is on the west side of the isthmus of Guanarteme, the narrow strip of land that links the center of Las Palmas to the peninsula of La Isleta. It has about 3 km of golden sand and is the city's urban beach, frequented by locals year-round.
About 200 meters from the sand, a natural sandstone reef, La Barra, runs parallel to the coast along much of the beach. It breaks the Atlantic waves and creates a sort of natural pool, with calm, shallow water at low tide. With a mask you can see colorful fish and octopus near the rocks. At the southern tip, next to the Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, the waves are larger and attract surfers.
The Paseo de Las Canteras, the promenade that runs the length of the beach, has restaurants, bars, ice-cream shops and hotels, and is the city's place for walking and running. The sunset, sometimes with the Teide of Tenerife visible on the horizon, gathers people in the late afternoon.
The beach has lifeguards, showers and adapted access.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 2 hours to a full day.
Best time
All year; at low tide to swim and snorkel near the reef. In the late afternoon for the sunset on the promenade.
How to get there
It is in the Santa Catalina and Guanarteme neighborhoods, about 4 km from Vegueta, with frequent guaguas. From Parque de Santa Catalina it's a 5-minute walk.
Tip
Check the tide table and swim within the area protected by the reef. Bring a snorkeling mask. To surf, go to the southern tip near the Auditorio Alfredo Kraus.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Las Canteras Beach
What is La Barra?
A natural sandstone reef running parallel to the beach that breaks the waves and leaves the water calm.
Is Las Canteras good for diving?
Yes. With a mask you can see fish and octopuses near the reef, especially at low tide.
Can you see Teide from Las Canteras?
On very clear days, Teide appears on the horizon, especially at sunset.