Interactive Map of La Palma Island - Search Touristic Sights. Hiking and Biking Routes

More to see in La Palma Island

Every traveler will be able to make a good purchase in La Palma. You can easily purchase clothing and shoes from well-known brands here, as well as local authentic souvenirs. We have to point out, that you won’t be able to take back home unique black volcanic sand, its export from the island is forbidden. Have you noticed a beautiful plant while traveling through La Palma and want to plant the same one in your own garden? Then take a picture of this curiosity and visit the nearest shop for gardeners and look for the one that has already sprouted. You won’t be able to export the flower you’ve picked anyway. Fortunately, you can buy local plants in some department stores, in chains like Hiper Dino and Spanish Style. Basically, small sprouts of dragon tree, cactuses, bougainvillea, oleander, aloe or yucca can become a great present for a friend or a relative. Fortunately, they are not that expensive. By the way, the aforementioned Hiper Dino – is one of few store chains that is open on weekends. It’s better to go shopping on weekdays. And remember about siesta! Generally, you can find goods from all famous brands on the island at a good price. It is due to a tricky tax legislation, which makes the selling of any goods in La Palma and Canary Islands more profitable then in mainland Spain. So don’t worry, you’ll find something for your taste in local shops. Make sure to ask sellers about duty-free. Sale seasons here are in line with … Read further

Our guide to La Palma Island

Cultural excursion through La Palma Island - things to see

The fans of old buildings and beautiful views will definitely be glad to visit Fuencaliente town, near which there is an old 12-stories lighthouse, which was built in 1903 and fortified in the beginning of the 20th century after an earthquake. The building is open for tourists. Visit Fierro-Torres and Santa Cruz mansions, where a wine press, a well, and a couple of greenhouses have been preserved since the 18th … Open

Top hotels with reviews

La Fuente hotel located in the very historical center of Santa Cruz de La Palma is an excellent place for fans of excursions. Hotel apartments are fully equipped and are good choice for long-term stay. Along with comfortable rooms, the hotel offers its guests beautiful panoramic terraces on the roof. Hotel furniture is wooden making vacation there even more comfortable and pleasant. There are not only historical, … Open

Attractions and active leisure

By the way, if you like the sea and you don’t want to dive with special equipment, you can go for a voyage on a speedboat or on a kayak, if you want it to be more extreme. If you want to feel yourself as a ship captain, can ride a boat, and the fishermen would definitely like to go fishing on the shore as well as on a boat. Due to the high transparency of water, you can also snorkel. A unique activity … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Barraquito is an original local drink. It is a type of coffee, served with liquor or brandy, slices of ginger, and milk foam. Freshes are also popular here. However, the choice of spirits is much more interesting. Marvelous wine, rum, liquor in large assortment will please any gourmet. Among original local desserts, you can try bananas with syrup from palm honey or jam from prickly pear cactus. You should … Open

Traditions and mentality of La Palma Island

In La Palma they celebrate Corpus Christi Day, and Candlemas, and all the settlements, even the small ones, have parades on the days of their patron Saints. Once every three years they celebrate The Pine of the Virgin feast, and once every five years – The Virgin of the Snow. During the latter one, all the participants put on evening gowns or traditional folk costumes and take part in a rich cultural program. … Open

Travel guide to La Palma Island

Tourists craving for more private and peaceful resorts will be genuinely pleased with the resort of Charco Verde that is located nearby. This resort also has a picturesque sandy beach that is quite flat and, therefore, the sand is always warm there. That is the reason why numerous travelers with small kids. Fans of quality tobacco will be also delighted with their visit to La Palma. There is an old tobacco factory … Open

Spain - moving around the country

Spain has a very long railway network measuring about 18 thousand kilometers. The main routes are laid through the capital, connecting it with the most remote parts of the country. Trains in Spain are divided into several types depending on the speed and level of comfort. Travelling in the old type budget trains is a lot cheaper but it does not offer much comfort. However, all the average trains are usually equipped with soft seats and air conditioning. There are luxury trains with first class wagons and fashionable restaurants inside. One of these is the “Andalus Express”. You can get a discount on a railway trip by purchasing in advance, return tickets. There is also, in Spain, a well-developed network of electric trains. This option is much more economical, compared to usual trains. In the cities, trains run every half hour. … Open

Nature and parks of Spain

The Canary Islands boast another national park, Garajonay. It preserves moist laurel forests, which covered the whole of Europe in ancient times. One of the best natural reserves is the National Park of the Cabrera Archipelago. More than 80% of its territory falls on the water surface. The archipelago is located away from the mainland. It's uninhabited, due to which its flora and fauna practically did not change. It's prohibited to sail there. Tourists are given a license to visit, which is active during 1 day only. Colonies of seagulls live in the archipelago; dolphins inhabit the water around isles. Tourists will also be able to visit the fortress built in the 14th century, a museum, and a souvenir shop. … Open

Interactive map of La Palma Island - search touristic spots and services