Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria is the perfect destination for those looking for sun, relaxation and fun on the island. Known for being one of the sunniest places on the island, this charming enclave offers a wide variety of options for all tastes, from beautiful beaches to leisure activities for the whole family.
What to do in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria?
Relax on its dreamy beaches: The beaches of Puerto Rico, such as Playa de Amadores and Playa de Puerto Rico, are famous for its calm and crystalline waters. Ideal for a relaxing day in the sun or for practicing all the water sports that the area offers such as snorkeling and paddle surfing, among many others.
Go snorkelling for free. In Puerto Rico Beach, you have an area with some marine activity where you can see some fish (on occasion you may see some black stingray, Taeniura grabata, also known as black stingray) and sea urchins. The area where you can do this is along the seawall on the left side, where you will find several stairs where you can go directly into the sea.
The area also invites you to walk and run all over Puerto Rico, one of the most used areas is the promenade between the two beaches Puerto Rico-Amadores. For the more sporty, the wide pavements allow you to run through all the urbanisations in the area, knowing in advance that there are steep slopes if you want to push yourself further.
In the Motor Grande neighbourhood, in the upper part of Puerto Rico, you have a park where you can find everything from various courts to personal maintenance machines that you can use for free.
Explore the leisure and entertainment on offer: Puerto Rico has become a reference place for leisure in Gran Canaria. From bars and restaurants with sea views to 4 shopping centers like the last one built called Centro Comercial Mogan Mall, here you will find a wide variety of shops and gastronomic options to enjoy the best local and international cuisine.
Attention Tennis and/or Paddle lovers! here you will also find a Tennis Club called ‘Tennis Island’, play your favourite sport in Puerto Rico with the best climate in the world at any time of the year.
Both in Playa de Puerto and Playa de Amadores you can find an infinite number of leisure options such as these:
Activities for the whole family: If you're travelling with children, Puerto Rico offers many options, such as the Birds Activity Park, an ideal theme park for the little ones to have fun. In addition, as mentioned above, there are boat trips to spot dolphins and fishing excursions for those looking for a unique experience in the Atlantic, ideal for children to get in touch with nature.
In Amadores beach you have a platform in the sea ‘AMADORES FUN PARK’ to do sports and have a great time with your children, its price is quite cheap and fun is guaranteed.
In the Motor Grande district and shopping centres you'll also find free playgrounds for the little ones.
Golf lovers with an extraordinary climate:
ANFI Tauro Golf
awaits you with an exclusive 18-hole Pitch & Putt course, known for its spectacular design and obviously its location in a paradisiacal location in a paradisiacal setting, attracting golfers looking for a luxury experience.
GOLF COURSES IN GRAN CANARIA
Michelin-starred restaurant:
¡Discover Los Guayres in Mogán an exclusive culinary destination in the south of Gran Canaria!
With a prestigious Michelin star, this restaurant invites you to live a unique gastronomic experience, where Canarian tradition merges with haute cuisine. Delight your palate with surprising flavours in an elegant and cosy atmosphere.
Exclusive Beach Club:
¡Discover CHESTER BEACH CLUB is famous for its sophisticated and modern ambience, ideal for those looking to enjoy a day in the sun and sea with a touch of luxury.
The atmosphere at Chester Beach Club is both lively and relaxed, making it the perfect place to enjoy a lazy day at the beach or to take part in events and parties, especially in the evening.
Why choose Puerto Rico as your next destination in Gran Canaria?
In addition to its excellent climate all year round, Puerto Rico is distinguished by its friendly atmosphere and its strategic location on the south coast of Gran Canaria. Only 30 minutes from the airport and within easy reach of other tourist gems such as Mogán and Maspalomas, Puerto Rico is the ideal starting point for exploring the island.
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