Major city · Spain
Telde
Spend half a day in Telde to see the historic centre and a local beach; otherwise skip if you only have a short stay.
Telde, the second‑largest town on Gran Canaria, offers a compact historic centre, a few quiet beaches and a museum of Canarian heritage. Its sights fit into a half‑day, making it a brief stop for travelers based elsewhere on the island.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Mar–Oct (warm, low rain)
- avoid Nov–Feb (cooler, occasional strong winds)
- Airport
- LPA
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Telde091 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Telde, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyTelde is generally safe; keep an eye on belongings on beaches and use well‑lit bus stops at night.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers091 police · 112 Medical / Fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLPA Gran Canaria Airport (15 km (9.3 mi) north of Telde; bus lines 36/90 connect town and airport.).LPA Gran Canaria Airport (9.3 mi (15 km) north of Telde; bus lines 36/90 connect town and airport.).
- Getting aroundLocal buses (lines 12, 24, 35, 36, 90) run every 15–30 min; car rental easy via GC‑10.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café€1.20–2.00 (≈ US$2–3)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (local)€1.40 (≈ US$2)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entryFree
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person€15 (≈ US$18)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €20 (≈ US$25) · Mid €30 (≈ US$35) · High €45 (≈ US$55)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LPA Gran Canaria Airport (15 km (9.3 mi) north of Telde; bus lines 36/90 connect town and airport.)LPA Gran Canaria Airport (9.3 mi (15 km) north of Telde; bus lines 36/90 connect town and airport.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Feb
Avoid
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Mar
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
Avoid
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
Avoid
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Mar–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C) low), wettest Mar (3 rain days), driest Jun (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Telde: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Feb
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Mar
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
1 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses (lines 12, 24, 35, 36, 90) run every 15–30 min; car rental easy via GC‑10. Town centre is ~2 km from the motorway.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ingenio
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Bus 35 or car, about 15 min west
Visit the historic sugar‑cane town and nearby Montaña de las Cuatro Puertas.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Canary Sun Hostel
Hostel in central Telde; beds in shared rooms, good for budget travellers.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed1 × 1 night × €15 | €15 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × €20 | €20 |
| Airport → Telde bus1 × €1 · check | €1 |
| Local bus ticket1 × €1 · check | €1 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €4 |
| Trip total≈ €41 per person per day, bed included | €41≈ US$50 |
Shared room, common facilities
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | €1.20–2.00 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Tapas plate | €3–6 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Bus ticket (local) | €1.40 (≈ US$2) |
| Museum entry | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus timetables vary on weekends; check current schedules.
- Museum entry is free but opening hours may change seasonally – verify before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 091
- Medical / Fire
- 112
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My bed tonight
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police091
- Medical / Fire112
Embassy
US consulate in Las Palmas; other embassies in Madrid.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → Telde bus: about €1.40 (≈ US$2), 15 min (check schedule)
- Telde → Las Palmas bus (line 12): ≈ €2.00, 30 min
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disˈkulpe)
- Gracias — Thank you (ɡɾaˈθjas)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (ˈkwanto ˈkwesta)
- ¿Dónde está la parada del autobús? — Where is the bus stop? (ˈdonde esˈta la paˈɾaða del ˈautobus)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Telde. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–Oct (warm, low rain) · avoid Nov–Feb (cooler, occasional strong winds) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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