Las Palmas de Gran Canaria travel guide - where to stay, what to do and where to eat in the capital of Gran Canaria.
Nightlife starts late: dinner after 20:30, bars from 22:00, clubs after midnight. Vegueta has live music and rooftop cocktails; Santa Catalina and Las Canteras have pubs, bars and clubs.
Weekend nights are busiest in Santa Catalina, Guanarteme and Vegueta. Many bars have no cover.
At a glance
- Peak hours
- Bars 22:00-01:00; clubs 00:30-04:00 on Friday and Saturday.
- Average drink
- Small beer (caña) about EUR 1.80-3 (about USD 2-3.50); cocktail about EUR 6-12 (about USD 7-14).
- Dress code
- Smart casual; swimwear is not accepted in bars away from the beach.
- Cover charge
- Opening days and cover charges change often; check each venue's social media before going.
Nightlife districts
Where the action happens after dark.
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
La Azotea de Benito
Known for: Rooftop cocktails and views
Rooftop of Centro Comercial Monopol, Calle Remedios / Lentini, 35001 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Chester Lounge & Bar
Known for: Cocktails and music bar
Calle Simón Bolívar, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
La Guarida del Blues
Known for: Blues bar with live music
Calle Portugal, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Kraken Alternative Music Pub
Known for: Alternative music pub
Calle León y Castillo, 35003 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Cubic Pub
Known for: Pub
Calle Doctor Rafael González, 35002 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Vintage Pub
Known for: Pub
Calle Los Martínez de Escobar, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Malasaña Las Palmas
Known for: Bar
Calle Los Martínez de Escobar, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Clubs
For dancing into the early hours.
The Paper Club
Cover: Varies by event (check the venue's social channels)
Hours: Typically Thursday to Saturday nights; confirm
Moma Club
Cover: Varies by night
Hours: Typically late Friday and Saturday; confirm
Live entertainment
Music, theatre, and performance venues.
Items
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Arrive after 23:00 for clubs.
Carry ID.
Use official taxis late at night.
Watch belongings in crowded venues.
Check live-music programmes online.
Dress is smart casual.