A practical guide to the Canary Islands with addresses, tips, and sights to see.
The Canaries are not "just beaches": it's a journey through volcanoes, laurel forests, sun-bleached villages, and coasts sculpted by the Atlantic. From Tenerife to Lanzarote, passing through Gran Canaria, La Palma, or Fuerteventura, this practical guide helps you organize your visits between nature, culture, and gourmet stops. Between hikes, viewpoints, markets, and quieter coves, the archipelago offers varied local experiences, with concrete tips to avoid overcrowded areas.
Updated by our Petit Futé experts, this guide invites you to explore the CANARY ISLANDS:
• Discover the diversity of landscapes, original itineraries, and iconic places: from Teide to the dunes of Maspalomas, from the cliffs of Los Gigantes to the black lands of Timanfaya, the guide offers tours between islands, beaches, nature trails, villages, and spectacular viewpoints.
• A historical and cultural perspective: landmarks on the Guanche heritage, colonial cities, the architecture of old town centers, and local traditions, to enrich every visit, from museums to popular festivals.
• Detailed maps, smart addresses, and our favorites: clear maps, visiting plans, local restaurants, markets, lesser-known beaches, easy hikes, and practical tips for managing distances, weather, and your budget.
