Vegueta, Las Palmas

Name: Vegueta
Address: Las Palmas, Spain

#7 among attractions in Las Palmas

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Facts and practical information

Vegueta is the foundational neighborhood of the Spanish city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, is included district Vegueta, Cono Sur and Tafira. It was declared a National Historic-Artistic Site by Decree of April 5, 1973.

The neighborhood owes its name to the fertile plain that extended around the Royal fortification of Las Palmas, and was initially called "La Vegueta de Santa Ana". From then on it would be the center of the political, religious and administrative life of the island.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 28°6'2"N, 15°24'57"W

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Vegueta-Cono Sur y Tafira (Vegueta)Las Palmas Spain

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Vegueta – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: El Museo Canario, Las Palmas Cathedral, Elder Museum of Science and Technology, Casa de Colón.

~320 ftS
Museum, History museum
El Museo Canario, Las Palmas
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, El Museo Canario offers a deep dive into the rich history of the Canary Islands. This museum, established in the bustling Spanish city, is an essential stop for anyone looking to understand the archipelago's cultural...
~350 ftE
Church
Las Palmas Cathedral, Las Palmas
2 min walk • The Cathedral of Santa Ana is a Roman Catholic church located in Las Palmas, Canary Islands. The cathedral is the see of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Canarias. It is situated within the Vegueta neighborhood, next to the Plaza Mayor of Santa Ana. The feast of the cathedral's dedication is celebrated every November 26.
~230 ftS
Museum, Science museum
Elder Museum of Science and Technology, Las Palmas
2 min walk • The Elder Museum of Science and Technology is a museum in Las Palmas, the capital city of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands.
~570 ftNE
28°6'5"N • 15°24'51"W
Casa de Colón, Las Palmas
3 min walk • Museum, History museum
0.6 miNW
Museum, Historical place, Forts and castles
Castillo de Mata, Las Palmas
15 min walk • Castillo de Mata, Castillo de Casa Mata or Cuartel de Alonso Alvarado is located in the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain.
~730 ftE
28°6'3"N • 15°24'49"W
Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno, Las Palmas
4 min walk • Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
~330 ftE
28°6'2"N • 15°24'53"W
Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro, Las Palmas
2 min walk • Museum
~710 ftN
28°6'8"N • 15°24'59"W
Cicca, Las Palmas
4 min walk • Museum
~970 ftSW
28°5'56"N • 15°25'6"W
San Martín Centro de Cultura Contemporánea, Las Palmas
5 min walk • Museum, Civic center
1.6 miNW
28°6'55"N • 15°26'7"W
Mercado de Altavista, Las Palmas
40 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.9 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Centro Insular de Deportes, Las Palmas
23 min walk • Centro Insular de Deportes is an indoor arena in Las Palmas, Spain. It was the home arena of the Spanish ACB League professional basketball team Gran Canaria until 2014. The arena holds 5,200 people.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vegueta?

Nearby attractions include Elder Museum of Science and Technology, Las Palmas (2 min walk), El Museo Canario, Las Palmas (2 min walk), Museo Diocesano de Arte Sacro, Las Palmas (2 min walk), Las Palmas Cathedral, Las Palmas (2 min walk).

How to get to Vegueta by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vegueta:

Bus

Plaza de las Ranas • Lines: 303, 311 Las Palmas (S.Telmo) - Santa (4 min walk)
Estación de guaguas El Teatro (8 min walk)