Parque Nacional de Garajonay
A laurel forest often wrapped in mist, a World Heritage Site in the centre of the island.
La Gomera, Spain
La Gomera: airports, things to do and where to stay
La Gomera is a round, mountainous island of deep ravines, terraced fields and laurel forests. A Biosphere Reserve, it is a hiking paradise and keeps alive the Silbo Gomero, a whistled language recognised by UNESCO.
La Gomera airports
From the airport to central La Gomera
La Gomera airport is about 8 km from central La Gomera.
Guagua Gomera (líneas 6 y 7)
Line 7 goes to San Sebastián de La Gomera and line 6 to Valle Gran Rey. They leave when flights arrive.
Taxi
Signposted rank outside the terminal. Playa de Santiago is very close; San Sebastián is about 34 km away.
La Gomera
Things to do in La Gomera
Roque de Agando
An imposing volcanic plug beside the mountain road, on the edge of Garajonay.
Valle Gran Rey
A valley of terraces and palm trees running down to the sea, with beaches and villages in the west of the island.
Torre del Conde
A 15th-century defensive tower in a park in San Sebastián de La Gomera, the capital.
Where to stay in La Gomera
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves La Gomera?
La Gomera is served by La Gomera (GMZ).
How far is the airport from central La Gomera?
La Gomera airport is about 8 km from central La Gomera.
How do I get from the airport to central La Gomera?
From La Gomera airport you can take Guagua Gomera (líneas 6 y 7) (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in La Gomera?
Highlights of La Gomera include Parque Nacional de Garajonay, Roque de Agando, Valle Gran Rey, and Torre del Conde.
Photo credits
- Parque Nacional de Garajonay: H. Zell, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Roque de Agando: Till Niermann, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Valle Gran Rey: Bybbisch94, Christian Gebhardt, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Torre del Conde: Kawon Kez Sel, CC0, Wikimedia Commons