Gran Canaria beaches with children

Travel 4 Kids ® and Jolita’s family share with you useful tips and information about places to visit with children in the Canary Islands. If you’re travelling in Gran Canaria, you can find attractions on the Travels4Kids ® Gran Canaria attractions map.

Gran Canaria is famous for its spectacular beaches. Gran Canaria beaches are ideal for holidays with children. We’ve selected the most popular beaches for you. Gran Canaria’s beaches with children – most of them boast facilities such as lifeguards, toilets, showers and even playgrounds for children. In addition, most of them have sun loungers and umbrellas available to rent, and nearby restaurants and cafés can offer you snacks and lunches right away.

Gran Canaria beaches with children

Playa Puerto de Mogan

Puerto de Mogán, also known as “Little Venice”, is one of the most charming towns in Gran Canaria. The town is famous for its colourful flowers and architecture, canals and bridges. For more about the town see  Places to visit in Gran Canaria with children.

The beach at Puerto de Mogán is small but white sandy and ideal for children. The water is calm and warm, thanks to the natural rocks that protect the bay from strong waves and currents.

All the necessary facilities are available, including showers, toilets, lifeguards and umbrellas and sunbeds for rent. There are also many restaurants and cafés serving both local and international cuisine. A children’s playground is nearby.

Puerto de Mogán offers a range of activities both on and under the water. There is also a submarine service.

Playa de Amadores

Playa de Amadores is another great choice for families looking for peace and quiet.

Playa de Amadores is one of the most popular beaches in Gran Canaria, especially with families and tourists looking for peace and relaxation. This man-made beach is located on the south-west coast, between Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogán.

The beach has all the necessary amenities, including lifeguards, showers, toilets, umbrellas and sunbeds for rent. This ensures a comfortable and safe environment for families on holiday.

The promenade next to the beach is lined with a wide range of restaurants, cafés and bars where you can enjoy both local and international dishes, drinks and beautiful sunsets.

You can also try out various water activities such as pedalos and other water sports.

Playa de Puerto Rico

Playa de Puerto Rico is one of the most popular beaches in Gran Canaria. Located in the resort of Puerto Rico, in one of the sunniest parts of the island, this beach is perfect for family holidays.

Thanks to its bay shape and its breakers, Playa de Puerto Rico is sheltered from strong waves, making it calm and ideal for swimming with small children.

Playa de Puerto Rico has all the facilities you need, including showers, toilets, lifeguard services, umbrella and sunbed hire. There are also various water sports centres offering sailing, diving, water skiing and other activities.

The beach is easily accessible on foot and by car, with convenient parking facilities near the beach. Public transport from other parts of the island is also available.

There are many restaurants, cafés and shops close to the beach.

Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas dunes

Playa del Inglés is one of the most spectacular and iconic beaches in Gran Canaria and the entire Canary Islands. It is known for its exceptional natural environment and the Maspalomas dunes, which have been declared a nature reserve. The Maspalomas sand dunes are a UNESCO protected area.

The Maspalomas sand dunes are one of the most photogenic features of the island, resembling a desert next to the sea.

While Playa del Inglés and the Maspalomas sand dunes are a great choice for those who just want to relax in the sun, there are also a variety of water activities to try.

Maspalomas offers fine white sands and a relatively shallow sea, making it a great choice for families with young children. Consider that there is a long stretch of dunes and sand to get to the beaches, which can be frustrating if you’re travelling with little ones. For bigger children, running around the dunes can be a real treat.

We are often asked about nudist beaches and LGBT-friendly areas – yes, there are some in Maspalomas Dunes. But the dunes and the beach are really so big that you can find a suitable environment for everyone.

San Agustín

San Agustín is one of the quietest resorts in Gran Canaria, ideal for those looking for a holiday away from the main tourist traffic. This resort is located in the south-east of the island, close to Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés, both known for their sand dunes and lively nightlife. San Agustín offers a quieter atmosphere, making it a great choice for families and couples who want to enjoy a relaxing holiday by the sea.

San Agustín beach is known for its dark volcanic sand and clear waters. The beach is well sheltered from strong winds, so the water is usually calm and warm, ideal for safe swimming.

The beach is equipped with essential facilities such as showers, toilets and several places where you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas. There are also several cosy cafés and restaurants.

There are also several water sports activities such as diving and windsurfing.

Playa de las Burras

Playa de Las Burras is one of Gran Canaria’s beaches, located in the south of the island, between San Agustín and Playa del Inglés. This beach is a great choice for families and those looking for a quieter holiday destination.

The beach has fine white sand.

Playa de Las Burras is well-equipped, with showers, toilets and the possibility of renting umbrellas and sun loungers. There is also a lifeguard service to ensure the safety of visitors.

The beach is easily accessible by public transport or by car, with convenient parking spaces near the beach.

This beach is also popular with kitesurfing enthusiasts.

Playa del Cura

In the south-west of Gran Canaria, between the beaches of Puerto Rico and Taurus, lies one of the island’s hidden gems. This beach is much quieter.

Playa del Cura is characterised by the dark volcanic sand that characterises many of the beaches of the Canary Islands. The beach is surrounded by cliffs which not only give privacy but also protect it from strong winds, so the water is usually calm and warm.

Although Playa del Cura is a little more remote, it has basic facilities such as showers, toilets and several bars and restaurants. You can also rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach.

Playa del Cura is easily accessible by car and there is a convenient parking area near the beach.

Playa de Las Canteras

Playa de Las Canteras is a long sandy beach (about 3 km long) that stretches right through the city of Las Palmas, the island’s capital. Thanks to its exceptional geographical position and its natural protection from the Atlantic waves, Playa de Las Canteras offers excellent conditions for both swimming and sunbathing almost all year round.

The beach has different areas suitable for different visitor needs, from quiet and relaxing areas to sports and active leisure zones.

Playa de Las Canteras offers all the necessary facilities such as showers, toilets, lifeguard services and umbrella and sunbed hire. In addition, accessibility for people with disabilities is a particularly important aspect of this beach. There are playgrounds on the beach itself and nearby.

Restaurants and cafés can be found along the long promenade that runs along the beach.

Playa El Confital

Beach in Las Palmas. It is one of the most unique and naturally valuable places on the island. It is famous for its clear water, long stretches of sand and rocks and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Although it is not a typical family beach, its natural surroundings and tranquillity make it a great place to go for a day out.

The beach is in a more secluded location, with fewer crowds and the opportunity to enjoy the peace and quiet. However, it is worth remembering that El Confital may not have the same amenities as other beaches on the island.

If you are planning to visit Playa El Confital with your family, it is important to make sure you have everything you might need: enough water, sun cream, food, etc., as there are no supermarkets. Children should also be carefully supervised, especially if they are playing near the water, as the currents here can be stronger than on popular tourist beaches.

Playa de las Nieves

Playa de las Nieves, in the town of Agaete, in the north-west of Gran Canaria, is one of the island’s most unique and charming places.

Agaete is a small fishing village. The region is characterised by its rocky coastline and green mountains, which give it a unique charm. Fish restaurants here offer fresh fish and seafood specialities, while the harbour area offers traditional white-painted houses and picturesque rocky shores.

Unlike many of Gran Canaria’s other beaches, Playa de las Nieves is distinguished by its rocky coastline. The natural pools of water that form between the rocks near the beach are ideal for a relaxing swim.

Playa de Pozo Izquierdo

Pozo Izquierdo is an internationally renowned town for wind and wave surfing. Located on the south-eastern coast, close to the town of Vecindario, this beach is one of the world’s best destinations for professional windsurfing, thanks to its consistently strong winds and the good quality of its waves, especially in the summer months.

Even if you don’t surf yourself, watching the pros perform spectacular tricks on the waves can be an unreal experience. Our children love all the activities related to collecting pebbles, building stone castles, etc. But yes – you need to be prepared for a windy day.

Sun cream – a must-have on beaches and beyond

The sun is very hot, especially in the high season, so make sure you have not only sun cream but also children’s clothing with SPF protection. Even if it’s not a sunny day, believe me, both you and your children can get a really bad sunburn. Our recommendations for the best sun care products for children always come with us, not only to the beach, but also everywhere we go and everywhere we drive. We have a long history of using and trusting Dermedic dermatological sun care products and we can confidently recommend them to you.

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