11 Activities
Discover the Beauty of Agaete With Its History and Nature
Starts from
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
11
Duration
9 hrs 20 min
Length
7 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
9 hrs 20 min
Length
7 mi
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Gastronomy
Margherita Barbieri
Travel Expert
- Drive through the beautiful green Valley of Agaete.
- Visit the only coffee plantations in Europe.
- Drink fresh coffee after having just roasted it.
- Eat in a typical Canarian village tavern.
- Visit the archaeological park of Maipés, the cemetery of the ancient Canaries.
- Relax in the beautiful natural pools of Agaete.
Discover the different souls of the Agate area in the north of Gran Canaria: valleys, mountains, old town and port.
The first stop is the Agaete Valle, renowned for its coffee plantations, the only ones in Europe. You can try the local coffee after visiting the plantations.
The next stop is the old town, where you can visit the botanical garden and the old cemetery, Parque Arqueológico Maipés.
The third stop is at the natural pools where, if the horizon is clear, you can lie in the sun or bathe with a splendid view of the Teide, Tenerife's majestic volcano.
Stroll along the promenade to end the day at the Puerto de las Nieves, where you can admire the mountainous outline of the Dedo de dios, a peculiarly shaped mountain, and dine in one of the typical restaurants overlooking the port.
The first stop is the Agaete Valle, renowned for its coffee plantations, the only ones in Europe. You can try the local coffee after visiting the plantations.
The next stop is the old town, where you can visit the botanical garden and the old cemetery, Parque Arqueológico Maipés.
The third stop is at the natural pools where, if the horizon is clear, you can lie in the sun or bathe with a splendid view of the Teide, Tenerife's majestic volcano.
Stroll along the promenade to end the day at the Puerto de las Nieves, where you can admire the mountainous outline of the Dedo de dios, a peculiarly shaped mountain, and dine in one of the typical restaurants overlooking the port.
Categories
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Gastronomy
Discover the different souls of the Agate area in the north of Gran Canaria: valleys, mountains, old town and port.
The first stop is the Agaete Valle, renowned for its coffee plantations, the only ones in Europe. You can try the local coffee after visiting the plantations.
The next stop is the old town, where you can visit the botanical garden and the old cemetery, Parque Arqueológico Maipés.
The third stop is at the natural pools where, if the horizon is clear, you can lie in the sun or bathe with a splendid view of the Teide, Tenerife's majestic volcano.
Stroll along the promenade to end the day at the Puerto de las Nieves, where you can admire the mountainous outline of the Dedo de dios, a peculiarly shaped mountain, and dine in one of the typical restaurants overlooking the port.
The first stop is the Agaete Valle, renowned for its coffee plantations, the only ones in Europe. You can try the local coffee after visiting the plantations.
The next stop is the old town, where you can visit the botanical garden and the old cemetery, Parque Arqueológico Maipés.
The third stop is at the natural pools where, if the horizon is clear, you can lie in the sun or bathe with a splendid view of the Teide, Tenerife's majestic volcano.
Stroll along the promenade to end the day at the Puerto de las Nieves, where you can admire the mountainous outline of the Dedo de dios, a peculiarly shaped mountain, and dine in one of the typical restaurants overlooking the port.
Margherita Barbieri
Travel Expert
- Drive through the beautiful green Valley of Agaete.
- Visit the only coffee plantations in Europe.
- Drink fresh coffee after having just roasted it.
- Eat in a typical Canarian village tavern.
- Visit the archaeological park of Maipés, the cemetery of the ancient Canaries.
- Relax in the beautiful natural pools of Agaete.
Day Itinerary
11 Activities
Day 1
5 mi2 mi
All the Facets of Agaete
A day exploring the fascinating area of the province of Agaete at different altitudes: starting in the colourful Agaete Valley, where you will surprisingly enjoy a cup of coffee made in Europe.
In the upper town of Agaete you can venture through the historic streets of the old village and then head for the coast. Here you'll end up in the water of the Natural Pools,
Dress in layers to cope with the varying temperatures throughout the day, and don't forget your towel and swimming suit.
In the upper town of Agaete you can venture through the historic streets of the old village and then head for the coast. Here you'll end up in the water of the Natural Pools,
Dress in layers to cope with the varying temperatures throughout the day, and don't forget your towel and swimming suit.
11:001 hr
Café Platinium
The road to this place is a zen-like journey, surrounded by green mountains, with a variety of tropical fruit trees, plants of all kinds and orange orchids.
The Agaete Valley is famous for being home to European coffee plantations, arabica quality.
As soon as you arrive, you'll be taken on a walk through the coffee trees and told all about the process of growing and ripening the red berries.
You can try your hand at roasting and then take a seat in the plantation bar, where you will be served a freshly roasted coffee. You'll also be treated to some succulent biscuits and a taste of banana wine.
The visit takes about 40 minutes, and I recommend scheduling an appointment by phone in advance.
The Agaete Valley is famous for being home to European coffee plantations, arabica quality.
As soon as you arrive, you'll be taken on a walk through the coffee trees and told all about the process of growing and ripening the red berries.
You can try your hand at roasting and then take a seat in the plantation bar, where you will be served a freshly roasted coffee. You'll also be treated to some succulent biscuits and a taste of banana wine.
The visit takes about 40 minutes, and I recommend scheduling an appointment by phone in advance.
3 mi
15 min
12:155 min
Car Park
After this interesting visit, head to the historic centre of Agaete, where you will discover a typical Canarian village.
In fact as usual the town centre has developed at a higher altitude and it is separated from the port on the coast.
Leave your car in this free car park, just a few steps away from the main square of the village.
In fact as usual the town centre has developed at a higher altitude and it is separated from the port on the coast.
Leave your car in this free car park, just a few steps away from the main square of the village.
0.6 mi
15 min
12:4515 min
Mirador de la Cruz
Stroll through the city's narrow streets and follow the signs to the Mirador de la Cruz. At peak times you may struggle to climb all the steps, so check your water supply.
Once you get to the cross, you'll have a wonderful view of the city between the ocean and the mountains in a quiet, non-touristy place.
Once you get to the cross, you'll have a wonderful view of the city between the ocean and the mountains in a quiet, non-touristy place.
0.6 mi
10 min
13:1530 min
Huerto de las Flores
This small botanical garden is a piece of Agate's history.
In fact, the presence of more than 100 species of plants is the result of the green thumb of the ancient family of owners, the De Armas, who used to bring back seeds from their many travels and plant them in their garden.
The variety of colours and shapes you will find in such a small space is incredible.
In fact, the presence of more than 100 species of plants is the result of the green thumb of the ancient family of owners, the De Armas, who used to bring back seeds from their many travels and plant them in their garden.
The variety of colours and shapes you will find in such a small space is incredible.
0.1 mi
5 min
14:0015 min
Iglesia Matriz de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción
A few hundred metres from the botanical garden, you will find yourself in Plaza de la Constitución.
Squares are a meeting point, the beating heart of cities. The squares of Gran Canaria have similar characteristics, with a rectangular shape that extends to the foot of the town's church.
In this case, it is the church of Our Lady of Conception. If you visit it, you'll notice the simplicity of its interior, all painted white.
Squares are a meeting point, the beating heart of cities. The squares of Gran Canaria have similar characteristics, with a rectangular shape that extends to the foot of the town's church.
In this case, it is the church of Our Lady of Conception. If you visit it, you'll notice the simplicity of its interior, all painted white.
0.1 mi
5 min
14:301 hr
El Perola
If you want to try the typical cuisine of a Canarian village, I recommend you sit down at this bar-restaurant right on the main square.
Don't be surprised if you have to walk on a bed of peanut shells: while you're waiting to get your drink, they'll serve them as an apéritif. Unusual though it may be, do not hesitate to throw the peels on the ground, it will be much more convenient for the owner to sweep them all up.
I recommend ordering the ropa vieja, a 100% Canarian dish of chickpeas, vegetables and potatoes. You can choose between meat or squid.
Although it would not be far to walk, I would still advise you to return to the car park and take the car before proceeding with the visit to the archaeological park. There, you can leave your car in front of the entrance.
Don't be surprised if you have to walk on a bed of peanut shells: while you're waiting to get your drink, they'll serve them as an apéritif. Unusual though it may be, do not hesitate to throw the peels on the ground, it will be much more convenient for the owner to sweep them all up.
I recommend ordering the ropa vieja, a 100% Canarian dish of chickpeas, vegetables and potatoes. You can choose between meat or squid.
Although it would not be far to walk, I would still advise you to return to the car park and take the car before proceeding with the visit to the archaeological park. There, you can leave your car in front of the entrance.
0.7 mi
5 min
15:451 hr
Maipés Archaeological Park
Inside the archaeological park, you will find yourself facing an arid volcanic expanse. Hence the name of the park, Maipes, which literally means malpaís, bad country. This was the place where the island's ancient inhabitants buried their dead.
As you walk through the park, you will see small circular tumulus constructions made of lava stones that symbolized the graves of the Canary Islanders. Some are up to 8 metres in diameter and 3 metres high. The remains of skeletons from this period can still be seen in the open air.
Once you have finished your visit, get back in the car and drive to the Puerto de la Nieves, the city's port.
As you walk through the park, you will see small circular tumulus constructions made of lava stones that symbolized the graves of the Canary Islanders. Some are up to 8 metres in diameter and 3 metres high. The remains of skeletons from this period can still be seen in the open air.
Once you have finished your visit, get back in the car and drive to the Puerto de la Nieves, the city's port.
1.6 mi
10 min
17:005 min
Car Park
The same descent that you will make by car is the same as the bajada de las ramas, the descent of the branches.
This event takes place during the Fiesta de las Ramas, the festival of the branches, a famous festival in honour of the Virgen de las Nieves, on the 4th of August.
On this day, people gather in the town centre, pick up pieces of eucalyptus branches and, dancing to the rhythm of the town band, shake the branches and descend towards the shrine of the Virgin, in the harbour area.
Park your car here and wear your costume if you don't already have it on.
This event takes place during the Fiesta de las Ramas, the festival of the branches, a famous festival in honour of the Virgen de las Nieves, on the 4th of August.
On this day, people gather in the town centre, pick up pieces of eucalyptus branches and, dancing to the rhythm of the town band, shake the branches and descend towards the shrine of the Virgin, in the harbour area.
Park your car here and wear your costume if you don't already have it on.
0.2 mi
5 min
17:151 hr 30 min
Las Salinas de Agaete
These natural pools are filled with the same water as the ocean, with a continuous change of water and direct access to the open sea.
Take a bath and relax while enjoying the view of Teide, hoping the horizon is clear enough.
Take a bath and relax while enjoying the view of Teide, hoping the horizon is clear enough.
0.5 mi
10 min
19:0045 min
Puerto de las Nieves
Take a stroll along the ocean to enter the village of Puerto de las Nieves, with its white buildings and blue details.
Walk down to the harbour beach and from there you can admire the mountains overhanging the sea and the ancient rock formation of the Dedo de Dios, the finger of God.
This rock was shaped like an index finger pointing to the sky, but today it is more difficult to recognize, as a storm broke it in 2005.
Walk to the end of the marina and admire the majesty of the mountain range, breathe in the ocean air and let yourself be carried away by the energy of this place full of mystery.
Walk down to the harbour beach and from there you can admire the mountains overhanging the sea and the ancient rock formation of the Dedo de Dios, the finger of God.
This rock was shaped like an index finger pointing to the sky, but today it is more difficult to recognize, as a storm broke it in 2005.
Walk to the end of the marina and admire the majesty of the mountain range, breathe in the ocean air and let yourself be carried away by the energy of this place full of mystery.
0.1 mi
5 min
20:151 hr 30 min
La Diosa del Mar
Return to the village and sit down to dinner in this little restaurant overlooking the harbour.
I recommend you to absolutely eat fish, everything is delicious, prices are affordable, and the staff is very helpful.
Please note that during the weekend, you should book a table in advance.
Once you have finished your dinner, walk to your car to get back on the road and drive back home.
I recommend you to absolutely eat fish, everything is delicious, prices are affordable, and the staff is very helpful.
Please note that during the weekend, you should book a table in advance.
Once you have finished your dinner, walk to your car to get back on the road and drive back home.