Maipés de Agaete Archaeological Park
Agaete, Spain Historical landmark
One of the Best Places To Visits in Agaete Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. Entrance costs Only 3 eur pp an dit is so worth it!! Very enjoyable archaeological site Accessible for wheelchair and baby wagons. Very cleverly designed, with arrows built for orientation and the pointing watch points. Free toilets, also accessible for wheelchair users. Not clear to me who is buried here. The information board said aboriginal people, but who is that? African people? Would highly recommend La necropolis de Maipes is an archaeological park located in the northwest of Gran Canaria in the town of Agaete. There is a parking lot nearby. The entrance fee is 3 euros, and tickets are also valid for the Necropolis of Artear, Canada de lo Gatos and Cenobio de Valeron. The employees are very kind and accommodating. A beautifully landscaped path has been created that leads to the archaeological museum where you can see sections of the tombs and imagine what they look like from the inside. In the archaeological park itself, there are about 700 tombs, some of which are around 1300 years old, which is why they represent an exceptional historical value for the inhabitants of Gran Canaria. Sami park is a combination of gray earth and green vegetation and it looks very beautiful. Interesting and unique place to see! Don’t miss it! 3€ entrance fee. Reading the reviews of this archeological site I wasn't sure to be honest if it was worth visiting it or not but I'm glad I went. It was very interesting. Very interesting, in Spanish and English Only had limited time but will revisit Maipés de Agaete Archaeological Park is one of the most impressive and moving historical sites in Gran Canaria. Set in a dramatic volcanic landscape near the village of Agaete, this ancient necropolis contains over 700 burial mounds, some dating back more than 1,300 years. Built from dark volcanic stones, the tombs blend almost seamlessly into the black lava field, creating a powerful and mysterious atmosphere. Walking through the site, you not only get a deep sense of the island’s pre-Hispanic history but also a connection to its natural environment. The surrounding terrain is stark and beautiful, a mix of harsh volcanic rock and resilient plant life. One unexpected highlight is the presence of the giant lizard of Gran Canaria (Gallotia stehlini), which often basks on the rocks. These impressive reptiles are the island’s largest native species and an important part of the local ecosystem. Spotting one sunning itself adds a special touch to the visit. The park is well-maintained with clear paths, interpretive signs, and viewpoints. It’s both educational and quietly awe-inspiring, a must for anyone interested in archaeology, nature, or the deeper identity of Gran Canaria. Amazing place, I’m really glad that I found it by accident. If you like history it’s a must see. It’s an ancient burial site, everything is well explained, and it’s approx 1 hour to see everything. There is no parking available, so you need to park in the area, but we found parking spot easily. We came around 4pm so we could go visit everything we wanted to see but it is a nice experience to see how the people used to entomb their loved ones. I wish there was a guide or more info about it Maipés de Agaete is an interesting archaeological site with Guanche tombs, surrounded by a volcanic landscape. The paths are well-maintained, and informative signs help visitors understand the site's history. The visit doesn’t take long, but it's worth seeing if you're interested in the indigenous culture of the Canary Islands. An interesting place to visit, the design of the walk ways and building is impressive they fit seamlessly into the landscape whilst also creating a contrast to the lava. Information boards good. 2 euros to get in worth a visit. Really interesting finding out about all the tombs, doesn't take long so you can fit other things in as well like the granary caves and they do a joint ticket for €5 each...well worth the money Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. See how the number of reviews and average review scores have changed over time.
Address · Phone · Hours
- Address
- C./ Chapín s/n, Agaete, ES
- Phone
- +34 928 17 11 77
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM to to to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM to to to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM to to to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM to to to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM to to to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM to to to 6:00 PM |
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