Las Palmas Cruise Port Transfer
Private pickup at Muelle Santa Catalina — airport transfers, shore excursions and island tours. Back to the port with time to spare.
✓ Back to the port on time
Relax — Raquel keeps an eye on your ship's departure.
All routes start right at Muelle Santa Catalina in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Raquel tracks your ship's sailing time, watches the traffic and plans the return with plenty of time to spare before departure.
Why Cruise Passengers Choose Raquel
Back before sailing
Raquel tracks your sailing time and plans the return ~45 min early
Official taxi
Licensed in Las Palmas · LM-564
Port pickup
Meets you at Muelle Santa Catalina exit
Local expert
Insider tips on what to see in your time on island
Official taximeter
Regulated fare — municipal rules, no hidden extras
WhatsApp booking
Book before arrival, confirm on board
Transfers from Las Palmas Cruise Port
Las Palmas City Centre
Vegueta, Triana, Las Canteras · ~5 min
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) · details →
For repositioning cruises · ~25 min
Playa del Inglés / Maspalomas · details →
South beach resorts · ~40 min
Puerto Rico
Atlantic coast resort · ~50 min
Estimated prices per vehicle (up to 4 pax) · official taximeter fare · confirmed before you travel
How Much Can You See? Plan by Your Time in Port
Most ships stay 8–10 hours in Las Palmas. Here's what fits — Raquel plans the return to the port with a safe buffer before sailing.
Got 2–3 hours
EasyLas Palmas city: Vegueta old town, the cathedral, Las Canteras beach and a local lunch.
Got 4–5 hours
PopularRoque Nublo & the mountain villages of Tejeda — the dramatic green heart of the island.
Got 5–6 hours
ScenicMaspalomas dunes & the south: golden sand, Playa del Inglés and Puerto de Mogán.
Full day (7–8 h)
CompleteGrand island tour: north villages, central mountains and the south coast in one go.
What to See Near the Cruise Port
Santa Catalina Park
Right by the terminal — cafés, the science museum and the start of the city.
Las Canteras Beach
One of the best urban beaches in Europe — golden sand and a long promenade.
Vegueta Old Town & Cathedral
Cobbled colonial streets, Santa Ana cathedral and the Columbus House museum.
Poema del Mar Aquarium
Next to the port — ideal for families with limited time ashore.
Triana shopping street
Historic pedestrian street for shopping and Canarian architecture.
Approximate driving times from Muelle Santa Catalina. Ask Raquel to combine several in one ride.
Full guide: what to do during your cruise stop →Free AI Cruise Concierge
Short on time in port and not sure what to fit in? Ask Raquel's free AI assistant — tell it how many hours your ship stays and it suggests the best plan, in English, German, Dutch or French.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria — A Cruise Port Worth Exploring
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is one of the most popular cruise ports in the Atlantic. Every year hundreds of ships dock at Muelle Santa Catalina, bringing passengers from MSC, Royal Caribbean, Costa, P&O, AIDA and many other cruise lines. With an average port stay of 8–10 hours, cruise passengers have enough time for a genuine island experience — if they plan it right.
The problem with cruise port excursions booked through the ship is cost and inflexibility. Ship-organised tours often cost 3–4 times more than a private arrangement, depart and arrive in large groups, and follow a fixed script. A private shore excursion with Raquel gives you a personal local driver, a customised itinerary and the freedom to stop where you want.
Raquel collects you directly at the terminal exit and can take you anywhere on the island. She knows the roads, the timing, the hidden viewpoints and the best local restaurants. More importantly, she plans the return so you are back at the port in good time before your ship departs — tracking the sailing time and building in a safe buffer.
For passengers on repositioning cruises who are flying home from Gran Canaria, Raquel also offers a direct cruise port to airport transfer — ~€40, approximately 25 minutes, with luggage assistance.
Your driver is Raquel — a local, licensed female driver (licence LM-564), born on the island and fluent in English. Families and solo travellers especially enjoy exploring with a friendly, trusted local who knows exactly how to make the most of a few hours ashore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is the Las Palmas cruise port?+
The cruise terminal is at Muelle Santa Catalina in the north of Las Palmas. It is a 5-minute drive from the city centre and Las Canteras beach. Raquel will be waiting at the terminal exit.
Will I be back to the ship before it departs?+
Yes. Raquel tracks your ship's sailing time and plans every excursion to return to the port with plenty of time to spare — typically at least 45 minutes before departure. She watches the traffic throughout the day so you arrive back relaxed.
How will I find Raquel when I get off the ship?+
She waits right at the Muelle Santa Catalina terminal exit with a sign showing your name. No searching, no taxi queue — you walk straight to the car.
What if my ship arrives late or the schedule changes?+
No problem. Raquel monitors your ship's real arrival time and adjusts the pickup automatically, at no extra charge. Just message her if you already know of a change.
Do you speak English? What about other languages?+
Yes, Raquel speaks English. And the free AI assistant on this site answers instantly in English, German, Dutch, French and more — so there is never a language barrier.
Can I book a shore excursion by WhatsApp from the ship?+
Yes. Many passengers book while at sea using the ship's Wi-Fi. Share your ship name, port date, how many people and what you would like to see, and Raquel will confirm with an itinerary and official taximeter fare.
What is the price for a full-day island tour from the cruise port?+
A full island grand tour covering the north, mountains and south of Gran Canaria is €160 for the whole vehicle (up to 4 passengers), lasting 7–8 hours.
Do you offer airport transfers for repositioning cruise passengers?+
Yes. Transfer from Las Palmas cruise port to Gran Canaria Airport is ~€40, approximately 25 minutes. Book with your flight details and Raquel will coordinate the timing.
Is this a private shuttle or a shared cruise shuttle bus?+
It is a private shuttle — a private taxi transfer with the whole vehicle for your group, straight from Muelle Santa Catalina to your hotel or chosen destination. Not a shared cruise shuttle bus, so no waiting and no extra stops.
Top Shore Excursions by Destination
Already at the cruise port? Pick a destination for your day ashore — pickup at Muelle Santa Catalina, back on time before sailing.
Roque Nublo
80 min · 48 km
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Tejeda
70 min · 44 km
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Maspalomas Dunes
45 min · 58 km
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Puerto de Mogán
55 min · 85 km
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Arucas
20 min · 15 km
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Teror
35 min · 22 km
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Bandama Crater
20 min · 14 km
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Cenobio de Valerón
25 min · 27 km
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Agaete (Puerto de las Nieves)
30 min · 36 km
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Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria
55 min · 70 km
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San Agustín
45 min · 56 km
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Vecindario
25 min · 28 km
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Playa de Amadores
60 min · 75 km
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Anfi del Mar
65 min · 80 km
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