Beach town in Gran Canaria, Spain
Getting around Maspalomas
How to get around Maspalomas
Resort areas are flat and walkable or cyclable. Global buses link Las Palmas and the airport; for beaches inland, taxis or a hire car help.
Ways to get around Maspalomas
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Global Gran Canaria buses | About €2–7 | Line 1 to Las Palmas, line 66 to the airport; tap contactless card |
| Taxi | About €8–14 within resort | Metered; ranks near Yumbo and Meloneras |
| Bicycle or e-bike | About €15–35 a day | Bike lanes link Playa del Inglés, Maspalomas and Meloneras |
Taxis in Maspalomas
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No dependable ride-hailing; use metered taxis from ranks or phone one. Fares to Las Palmas are expensive, so take the bus.
Arriving in Maspalomas
Gran Canaria (LPA)
Global line 66 to Playa del Inglés about €5, 45–55 min; taxi about €40–55, 25–35 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented for about €30–50 a day; wind, roundabouts and rental-scooter crashes happen; helmet mandatory.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU visitors may drive six months on their licence; most, including US licence holders, also need an IDP.
- Onward travel in Spain: High-speed trains from Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo link Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and Málaga, and competition keeps fares low. ALSA buses reach almost everywhere else.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Maspalomas?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No dependable ride-hailing; use metered taxis from ranks or phone one. Fares to Las Palmas are expensive, so take the bus.
What's the best way to get around Maspalomas?
Resort areas are flat and walkable or cyclable. Global buses link Las Palmas and the airport; for beaches inland, taxis or a hire car help.
How do I get from the airport to Maspalomas?
Global line 66 to Playa del Inglés about €5, 45–55 min; taxi about €40–55, 25–35 min.
Is Maspalomas walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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