Palmitos Park Ticket with Dolphin and Bird Shows Gran Canaria

Palmitos Park in Maspalomas

Palmitos Park is one of the best-known family attractions of southern Gran Canaria. It fills a green ravine of palm trees, about ten kilometres from the Maspalomas lighthouse, and combines a zoo with a botanical garden in one shaded, leafy setting that feels cooler than the coast.

Wide paths link the different areas, so you can visit at your own pace and choose what interests you most. If you are searching for Palmitos Park tickets, this one-day pass with all shows included keeps things simple: you pay once for the entry, and every show is covered, so there is nothing extra to buy at each stage.

The dolphin, parrot and bird shows

The shows are the heart of the day. The dolphin show is often the favourite of children, while the parrot performance shows intelligent, talkative birds at close range. In the birds of prey show, eagles, owls and other raptors fly low over the audience, and the exotic bird show adds colour and comedy.

Show times are announced at the entrance, so plan your visit around the ones you most want to see. Arrive before the first performance you want, find a seat in good time, and keep a hat handy because the arenas are open-air and the sun can be strong.

Gardens, animals and how long to spend

Between shows you can stroll through gardens of palms, cacti and orchids and see animals and plants from all five continents in a botanical setting. There are shaded corners, benches and refreshment points, so the park is easy to enjoy even with young children or in hot weather.

Most visitors spend between four and six hours, so many people arrive at opening time and stay for the afternoon shows. If you wonder whether Palmitos Park is worth visiting, families with children and anyone who likes birds and gardens usually say yes, as the mix of shows and walks fills a full day.

Opening hours, getting there and parking

The park is normally open from about 10:00 to 18:00, but opening hours change by season, so check the details in your confirmation. The ticket is valid for one day and includes free car parking, which is handy because many visitors arrive by car from Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas or Meloneras.

If you prefer not to drive, taxis are quick and there are bus connections from the resorts. Children aged 5 to 10 use the child rate, and younger children have a separate rate shown in the booking panel. Food and drinks are not included, and hotel pickup is not included.