Las Palmas University of Gran Canaria (Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria)
Directions, Transport and Travel To and From Las Palmas University
(Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain)
The island city of Las Palmas has an efficient public transport system. Visitors can tour the city by renting a car. They can book for one over the phone or visit the outlets of major car rental companies at the Gran Canaria Airport. Visitors are required to present a photocopy of their driver's license and pay an initial insurance deposit before they can rent a car.
Travel by Air
Visitors going to the island generally arrive by plane that lands in the Gran Canaria Airport, which has three zones. Zone A is for flights from countries in the European Union, Zone B handles all other international flights, and Zone C supports inter-island flights. The airport is located roughly 18 kilometres from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and is very near the main tourist attractions at the southern part of the island.
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) Information - Useful information about Gran Canaria (LPA) Airport
Car Parking
Pay-parking lots are widely available throughout the city centre, however, most local residents simply park on the street.
Travel by Trains and Rail Travel
Trains and light rail transit systems are not available in the island.
Travel by Buses and Coach Travel
Travelling through the city and the rest of the island by bus is cheap and easy. Bus stops are located on almost every street corner. The numbers on the bus indicate its destination. Those who want to go to the main city of Las Palmas should take the number 60 bus.
Travel by Taxis
Traveling by taxi is a great way to explore the island. Hailing a taxi right off the street is easy and there is no traffic pile up to worry about.
