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How to get to Palmitos Park in Gran Canaria

Where is Palmitos Park located?

  • Address: Barranco de los Palmitos s/n, 35109 San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria, Spain.
  • Find on Maps: Palmitos Park
  • Location: Palmitos Park sits in the Barranco de los Palmitos, a natural ravine inland from Maspalomas in southern Gran Canaria. It feels tucked away compared to the beach resorts, which is part of the appeal, but it also means you should plan your route before leaving.
  • Closest landmark: Faro de Maspalomas, around 14km away by road.

Getting to Palmitos Park by public transport

  • Travel time: About 19 mins from Faro de Maspalomas
  • Closest stop: Palmitos Park
  • Timings: Schedules vary by season; buses run several times a day
  • Bus lines: 70

From Estación Faro de Maspalomas, take Global bus 70 directly to Palmitos Park. The park’s official visitor page lists line 70 from Faro Maspalomas, and route planners currently show the trip taking about 19 minutes. This is the simplest public transport option if you are staying in the Maspalomas area and do not want to drive.

  • Travel time: Around 13 to 20 mins depending on your stop
  • Closest stop: Palmitos Park
  • Timings: Check the current Global timetable before travel
  • Bus lines: 45, 70

If you are based in the southern resort belt, these are the most useful lines to check before your visit.

Getting to Palmitos Park by car

Driving route

  • Travel time: About 17 to 19 mins from Faro de Maspalomas
  • Distance: About 14km by road
  • Peak traffic hours: Roughly 8am to 10am and 5pm to 7pm
  • Route: Fastest via the GC-60 inland toward Barranco de los Palmitos

Driving is one of the easiest ways to reach Palmitos Park because the attraction sits away from the resort core in a natural valley. From Faro de Maspalomas, the drive is usually under 20 minutes in normal conditions. It is especially convenient if you are visiting with children, carrying snacks, or planning a slower day without worrying about return bus times.

Parking facilities

  • On-site parking: Available
  • Timings: During park opening hours
  • Charges: Third-party listings currently describe parking as free, but it is still worth confirming on the day

Palmitos Park has on-site parking, which makes driving one of the lowest-friction options. While the park’s official pages do not clearly publish a parking tariff, multiple third-party listings currently describe the car park as free for visitors. Since that detail is not prominently stated on the park’s own access page, it is safest to treat it as current but worth rechecking before you go.

Accessibility

  • Palmitos Park is set inside a natural ravine, so the terrain is not as flat or easy as a city-center attraction.
  • Some internal paths may be sloped or uneven, which can make movement harder for wheelchair users or visitors with reduced mobility.
  • Reaching the park by car is usually the easiest option if accessibility and comfort are priorities.
  • Public buses stop at the park, but the ease of access depends on the specific vehicle and stop conditions on the day.
  • It is best to contact the park directly before your visit to confirm which areas are fully accessible.
  • If you need a smoother, lower-effort visit, planning transport and route details in advance helps a lot.

Frequently asked questions about getting to Palmitos Park

If you want the easiest overall trip, driving is usually the most convenient because the park sits inland in a ravine. If you prefer public transport, the direct bus lines from Faro de Maspalomas and the resort areas are the best option.