Los Gigantes
Spain · Canary IslandsES
Town in Tenerife, Spain
Los Gigantes is a resort town in the Santiago del Teide municipality on the west coast of the Canary Island Tenerife. Its main feature are the giant rock formations, Acantilados de Los Gigantes, that rise from the sea to a height of 500–800 metres (1,640–2,625 ft) after which the town has been named. Los Gigantes means "The Giants".
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,721
- Coordinates
- 28.244, -16.842
- Timezone
- Atlantic/Canary
- Elevation
- 40 m
Overview of Los Gigantes
Set in Canary Islands, Spain, Los Gigantes is a village. Around 2,721 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Los Gigantes is strongest on adventure, water sports and nature. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Los Gigantes
Adventure in Los Gigantes
(4)Looking for adventure? Los Gigantes has Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks, Off Road Trails and Theme Parks. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Los Gigantes.
Water Sports in Los Gigantes
(4)For water sports, expect Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle and Snorkeling. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Los Gigantes.
Nature in Los Gigantes
(3)On the nature side, Los Gigantes offers Natural Places, Nature and Volcanoes. All of it is drawn from Los Gigantes's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Culture in Los Gigantes
(1)Culture in Los Gigantes covers Towers. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Los Gigantes.
Family in Los Gigantes
(1)Our data lists Water Parks as family options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Los Gigantes.
Best time to visit Los Gigantes
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds.
Getting there & around
Los Gigantes is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Canary Islands and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Atlantic/Canary.
Similar destinations
Places near Los Gigantes that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Los Gigantes known for?
- Los Gigantes, in Canary Islands, Spain, is best known for adventure, water sports and nature. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,721 residents.
- What can you do in Los Gigantes?
- Recorded activities in Los Gigantes include Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks, Off Road Trails, Theme Parks and Canoeing. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Los Gigantes?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds.
- Where is Los Gigantes located?
- Los Gigantes is located in Canary Islands, Spain. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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