Maspalomas is the main large city in the south of Gran Canaria and one of the most popular places for hotels and resorts. The best part of Maspalomas is when it meets Melonaras on the seafront.
The dunes of Maspalomas are one of the only dunes left and are a protected site that covers over 1000 acres in this canary island.
Entrance to the botanic garden is free. If you like cacti and brightly coloured flowers this is for you. Otherwise, it isn’t extraordinary.
There are lots of good restaurants around Maspalomas – particularly on the waterfront at Meloneras.
There was a broad range of stalls at the market – from clothing to fresh produce – and a couple of restaurants.
Walking further along the beachfront you will come across the Bellavista Shopping Centre and its dome and El Varadero Shopping Centre.