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La Gomera, less than an hour from Tenerife by ferry, is an island with unique natural charm, rich in traditions and offering a wide range of activities for visitors. Its diverse landscape and distinctive culture make it an attractive destination for both nature lovers and those interested in history and culture.
In this blog, we show you the main tourist attractions you can visit in La Gomera along with the best excursions rated by travelers.
Although La Gomera is characterized by mountainous landscapes, it offers beautiful black sand beaches that you can visit during your stay. All its beaches have clean and clear water that invites you to take a dip. The most touristy ones have all kinds of services: showers, hammocks, pedal boats, etc. You will also find small coves and completely deserted beaches.
The best beaches on the island are Playa Alojera, in Vallehermoso; Playa Argaga, between Vallehermoso and Valle Gran Rey; Playa de Vueltas and La Calera, in Valle Gran Rey; Playa del Ingles, Playa de la Cueva, and Playa de La Guancha, all three in San Sebastián de La Gomera; Playa de la Caleta and Playa de Santa Catalina, in Hermigua; and Playa de Santiago, the largest on the island, located in Alajeró. These are the most well-known, but there are many more.
Being such a steep island, La Gomera offers stunning views from high vantage points. These "balconies" invite travelers to gaze out and admire all its magical corners and beautiful vistas.
The most famous viewpoints of La Gomera are:
This park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 and is home to an impressive laurel forest, a type of subtropical rainforest that is a relic of the Tertiary period.
The national park covers about 4,000 hectares, almost 11% of the entire island. It is home to 200 species of flora and a rich and diverse fauna. It is one of the must-see visits in La Gomera and one of the main natural attractions of the island.
San Sebastián de La Gomera is the proud capital of this Canary Island. It is considered the economic engine of La Gomera and is an ideal hub for travelers looking for an urban touch on their getaways. You can walk through its streets, seeking out historical traces or museums to expand your knowledge.
History is an integral part of each municipality's trajectory, as it shapes the present and future from its past. Many tourist proposals are built on these roots, and in the case of San Sebastián de La Gomera, they are linked to historically significant figures such as Christopher Columbus.
If you decide to visit this beautiful capital, you must visit the following points of interest:
