La Palma Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cumbre Nueva and Cumbre Vieja mountains at sunset above clouds, La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain, Europe
Beautiful lava landscape on the Cumbre Nueva in La Palma, Canary islands, Spain
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La Palma

Come and explore the secluded corners of the Isla Bonita, which attracts visitors from all over the world with its lush nature, volcanoes and charming villages.

La Palma is a true paradise for those who want to enjoy the best of the Canary Islands, but want to avoid the inconveniences of the usual crowded tourist destinations. It offers extraordinary landscapes, with unique opportunities for hiking through lush forests and fascinating volcanoes. Lovers of hiking and unspoilt nature shouldn’t think twice about booking their holidays in La Palma.

A Biosphere Reserve since 2002, La Palma stands out for its natural parks, including Bosque de los Tilos and the Caldera de Taburiente National Park, which holds an impressive crater with a six-mile perimeter, covered in lush forests that are home to a great variety of plant and animal species, many of them unique to La Palma. Nearby, you can see the highest mountain of the island, the stunning Roque de Los Muchachos.

Even though there are fewer beaches than you would expect for an island, La Palma will amaze you with its fine black sand and pristine waters. See for yourself at Puerto Naos, in Los Llanos de Aridane, or Los Cancajos, in Breña Baja, with fabulous underwater caves. Puerto de Tazacorte beach is ideal for windsurfing and Bajamar beach in Breña Alta makes for a wonderful stroll along the shoreline.

A fantastic reason to search for cheap trips to La Palma is the island's Carnival, to visit the picturesque Santa Cruz de La Palma during the celebration of the Day of the “Indianos”, a fun holiday that is celebrated to the beat of Cuban son music, where those attending wear white clothes and paint the town white with talcum powder.

If you book a package holiday in La Palma, you’ll land in La Palma airport, which offers flights to the other Canary Islands, Madrid and other European cities. Once on the island, it’s a good idea to rent a car, as many of its beaches and other natural landscapes are fairly isolated.

Where to stay in La Palma

Los Llanos

Los Llanos

While there might not be top attractions in Los Llanos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caldera de Taburiente National Park and Seda Las Hilanderas Museum.

Los Llanos
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Los Barros

While there might not be top attractions in Los Barros, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caldera de Taburiente National Park and Seda Las Hilanderas Museum.

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Triana

Triana might not have many top sights, but Seda Las Hilanderas Museum and Puerto Naos Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Triana
Velhoco

Velhoco

Though Velhoco may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maroparque Zoo and Santa Cruz de la Palma City Hall.

Velhoco
H10 Taburiente Playa

H10 Taburiente Playa

4 out of 5
Calle de los Cancajos, 36 Brena Baja La Palma
The price is £79 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
£79
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
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H10 Taburiente Playa
Hotel La Palma Princess

Hotel La Palma Princess

4 out of 5
Carretera de la Costa Fuencaliente de la Palma La Palma
Stay at this spa hotel in Fuencaliente de la Palma. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 11 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de los ...
Hotel La Palma Princess
Meliá La Palma

Meliá La Palma

4 out of 5
Puerto Naos Los Llanos de Aridane La Palma
The price is £117 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
£117
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Los Llanos de Aridane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and a beach locale. Popular attractions Puerto Naos Beach and Playa de Los ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)
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Meliá La Palma
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Apartamentos Centro Cancajos

Apartamentos Centro Cancajos

3 out of 5
Travesía de los Cancajos, 52 Brena Baja
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa los Cancajos and Playa de Los Guinchos ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (18 reviews)
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Apartamentos Centro Cancajos
Großzüg. House with panoramic views of sea, mountains & valley + optional apartment

Großzüg. House with panoramic views of sea, mountains & valley + optional apartment

Tajuya CN
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in El Paso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Seda Las Hilanderas Museum and Parque ...
10/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Amazing and interesting house with spectacular panoramic views and equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay.

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Großzüg. House with panoramic views of sea, mountains & valley + optional apartment
Hacienda San Jorge

Hacienda San Jorge

3 out of 5
Playa de Los Cancajos, no 22 Brena Baja
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Brena Baja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa los Cancajos and Playa de ...
Hacienda San Jorge
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