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Electricity

Spain uses the Type F electrical plug with two round pins, same as in many countries in continental Europe. The standard voltage is 230 volts.

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La Palma Airport (SPC)

La Palma Airport is located 8 kilometres away from the capital, and serves multiple international destinations. Some of the airlines operating at the airport are Binter Canarias, Emirates, Eurowings, Iberia, Vueling and more. There is a public bus connecting the airport to the island's capital Santa Cruz de La Palma and the tourist area of Los Cancajos. Buses run every half hour from approximately 7am to 10pm daily. Pre-arranged transfers, car rentals or taxis may be necessary to reach destinations elsewhere on the island.

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Passport/Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Spain, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.

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Ferry

La Palma can be reached by ferry from Santa Cruz de Tenerife, which takes between 5 and 8 hours, depending on the ferry operator. There is usually an option to add-on a private cabin at extra cost. The two main companies operating this route are Transmediterranea and Fred Olsen Express.

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Best Time to Visit La Palma

The best time to visit Santa Cruz de la Palma is generally between May and October as the weather is warm with plenty of sunshine. February stands as the coldest month with the highest chance of rain.

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Public Transport

There is a bus service that connects Santa Cruz de La Palma to several destinations across the island, including Los Llanos de Aridane. A detailed route map with pricing is provided on the Transportes Insular web page. Cash to the driver is the primary payment method, along with Bono Cards sold at some tourist offices and bus stations. Bus stops located along Avenida Maritima and at Plaza Constitucion.

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Taxi

Taxis are a reliable yet pricey way of getting around La Palma. The fares are; however, strictly regulated, so there is no need to worry about being overcharged.

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Pharmacy

La Palma island has numerous pharmacies located throughout its area. Farmacia del Puente is conveniently located close to the cruise ship terminal.

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Post

Post offices are conveniently located across the island. Find the one nearest to you

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Telephone

Country code: +34 La Palma area code: 922

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