Small canals flow between white houses and flower-lined streets in this coastal town on Gran Canaria. The marina hosts 216 berths, local fishing boats, and a weekly market by the sea.
Puerto de Mogán sits on Gran Canaria's southwestern shore, where small canals weave between white-painted houses with blue and green trim. You can walk across wooden bridges in the marina district, swim at the golden sand beach protected by a breakwater, or watch fishing boats arrive with their catch at the harbor. The village's narrow streets lead up to cliff-top viewpoints, while bougainvillea and bird-of-paradise plants add splashes of color to the waterfront buildings.
Exploring the Marina District
Small bridges cross over canals between white two-story buildings in Puerto de Mogán's marina area. Local building regulations maintain the village's small-scale atmosphere by limiting construction height. Restaurants and cafes line the waterfront, where you can eat fresh fish caught by local boats that morning.
Swimming and Beach Activities
The breakwater creates a protected swimming area at the golden sand beach, with calm waters suitable for families. Fish gather around the breakwater rocks, making it good for snorkeling. You can rent sunbeds and umbrellas at the beach, or take out kayaks and pedal boats from the water sports center.
The Old Fishing Quarter
Risco de Mogán, the original village, rises along the western cliff. Follow the narrow passages and stairways to reach the Mirador viewpoint, where you can look down at the bay, beach, harbor, and mountains. The white houses in this area follow traditional Canarian coastal building designs.
Friday Market
More than 100 vendors fill the marina area every Friday morning from 9 AM to 2 PM, selling clothing, crafts, and local products. The market attracts many visitors, so arrive before 10 AM to shop more comfortably.
Marine Activities
Book fishing trips from the marina to catch blue marlin and tuna. The yellow submarine (€30 for adults, €15 for children) takes you to see underwater wrecks and marine life. Several companies run whale and dolphin watching tours. The marina has 225 berths for visiting boats, with repair services and fuel available.
Getting Around
Take the GC-1 motorway to reach Puerto de Mogán - the road ends just north of the village. Buses connect to the airport and other towns along the coast every 30 minutes during daytime. Park your car in the lots near the beach or along the main road into town.
Historical Sites
The Molino Quemado windmill from 1893 reaches seven meters high, making it the tallest on Gran Canaria. Local farmers once brought grain here to make flour and gofio (toasted corn flour). Near the beach, archaeologists have uncovered remains of an ancient coastal settlement at Cañada de Los Gatos.
