From city beach to charming bathing coves
Located on the east coast of the island, the capital Santa Cruz de la Palma is characterised by historic Canarian- and colonial-style architecture. The city’s main attractions include the renaissance-style town hall and the Real Castillo de Santa Catalina fort built of black lava stone.
Los Cancajos in the east of the island is a choice location for a classic beach holiday. This charming beach resort is home to a string of hotels, bathing coves and gently-shelving beaches, making it ideal for families, but also for scuba divers and snorkelers – particularly for beginners. Puerto Naos in the west is one of the island’s most popular beaches. It stretches for almost 600 metres and includes a seafront lined with bars and cafés. Holidaymakers who appreciate a bit of action will opt to soak up the sun on the city beach of Santa Cruz. Set in a shallow bay, Playa de Charco Verde is one of the nicest beaches on the island featuring fine gravel and wonderful black sand.