Canary Islands

Ride the cable car to the summit of Tenerife’s El Teide, celebrate Carnaval with dawn-to-dusk frivolity, and catch waves at Playa de Sotavento – all with your trusted travel companion. Lonely Planet: The world’s leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet’s Canary Islands is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Ride the cable car to the summit of Tenerife’s El Teide, celebrate Carnaval with dawn-to-dusk frivolity, and catch the waves at Playa de Sotavento – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Canary Islands and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Canary Islands: NEW pull-out, passport-size ‘Just Landed’ card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids NEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodation Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Tenerife, Lanzarote, La Geria, Tahiche, Santa Maria de Guia, La Oliva, El Teide, La Laguna, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Canary Islands is our most comprehensive guide to the Canary Islands, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.