Moya, Canary Islands
Provincia de Las Palmas · Canary Islands · Spain · 7,492 residents · on the coast
Moya is a seaside small town in Provincia de Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain, home to around 7,492 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Los Tilos de Moya and Reserva Natural Especial de El Brezal. The nearest airport is Gran Canaria (LPA), about 24 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Los Tilos de Moya, Reserva Natural Especial de El Brezal and Casa-Museo Tomás Morales.
- Right on the coast.
- Best weather from April and June to November: daytime highs between 21°C and 27°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Gran Canaria (LPA) is 17 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Moya
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Moya
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Moya can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Moya
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for April and June to November.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Moya and the villages around it is a hire car from Gran Canaria (LPA), about 24 min away.
Best time to visit Moya
April and June to November: daytime highs between 21°C and 27°C with little rain.
- 19°CJan77 mm
- 19°CFeb52 mm
- 20°CMar73 mm
- 21°CApr34 mm
- 21°CMay36 mm
- 23°CJun32 mm
- 26°CJul7 mm
- 27°CAug8 mm
- 24°CSept41 mm
- 26°COct49 mm
- 23°CNov49 mm
- 20°CDec78 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19°C | 13°C | 77 mm | 10 h |
| Feb | 19°C | 12°C | 52 mm | 10 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 13°C | 73 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 21°C | 14°C | 34 mm | 12 h |
| May | 21°C | 14°C | 36 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 23°C | 16°C | 32 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 26°C | 19°C | 7 mm | 12 h |
| Aug | 27°C | 20°C | 8 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 17°C | 41 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 26°C | 19°C | 49 mm | 11 h |
| Nov | 23°C | 16°C | 49 mm | 9 h |
| Dec | 20°C | 14°C | 78 mm | 9 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Gran Canaria (LPA)17 miles, about 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (11 miles), Santa Cruz de Tenerife (48 miles), Los Cristianos (70 miles).
Moya is good for
Around Moya
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Moya worth visiting?
Yes. Moya is known for Los Tilos de Moya, Reserva Natural Especial de El Brezal and Casa-Museo Tomás Morales, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Moya?
April and June to November, with daytime highs between 21°C and 27°C with little rain.
How do I get to Moya from the UK?
Fly to Gran Canaria (LPA), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 24 min by road.
Is Moya good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Moya?
Maspalomas (24 miles), Telde (13 miles), Agüimes (16 miles) and Firgas (1 mile) are all within an hour or so.