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Port guide: compare transport from San Sebastián de La Gomera

San Sebastián de La Gomera, Spain 34 transport option(s) compared
60 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

San Sebastián de La Gomera

Port call at San Sebastián de La Gomera (Spain). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Plaza de las Américas, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. No ship shuttle has been reported for this port call.

Small port of La Gomera. Terminal in San Sebastián, where Christopher Columbus set off for the Americas.

Puerto de La Gomera
Cheapest option Free Walk to Plaza de las Américas
Fastest option 5 min Shuttle cruise to the historic centre
Simplest option Walk to Plaza de las Américas Very simple
Ship shuttle Not available No comment.

Practical tips

  • Centre on foot
  • Taxis to Garajonay Park
  • Car hire recommended for visiting the island
  • Few buses

Warnings

  • Small, undeveloped island
  • UNESCO-listed Garajonay Park
  • Winding mountain roads

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle Not available

No ship shuttle reported.

Recommended local alternative Walk to Plaza de las Américas

Free - 6 min - Free according to the ship's departure times

Central square very close to the quay

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Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

34 option(s) shown for San Sebastián de La Gomera

Walk to Plaza de las Américas

Plaza de las Américas

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 6 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Central square very close to the quay

Attention point

Of little interest if the objective is a nature excursion

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good starting point for cafés, shops and the old town

Source : CruiseMapper San Sebastián de La Gomera: https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/san-sebastian-de-la-gomera-port-1403 | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Walk to the historic centre

Historic centre of San Sebastián de La Gomera

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Immediate access to the city centre from the port

Attention point

Small centre quickly visited

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; priority option for a short visit to San Sebastián

Source : CruiseMapper San Sebastián de La Gomera: https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/san-sebastian-de-la-gomera-port-1403 | La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/

Walk to Playa de San Sebastián

Playa de San Sebastián

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Urban beach very close to the port

Attention point

Urban beach less spectacular than the island's natural sites

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; simple option for a short swim or seaside walk

Source : Saga Cruises La Gomera: https://travel.saga.co.uk/cruises/cruise-blogs/destinations/ocean/canaries/cruise-to-la-gomera.aspx | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Walk to Torre del Conde

Torre del Conde

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Historic monument very close to the port

Attention point

Short visit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be combined with the historic centre and Casa de Colón

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Walk to Estación de Guaguas

Estación de Guaguas de San Sebastián

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Allows you to reach island routes without a taxi

Attention point

Not a tourist visit in itself

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful point for Valle Gran Rey, Hermigua, Vallehermoso or airport

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | GuaguaGomera Línea 1: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/valle-gran-rey-san-sebastian-de-la-gomera/

Walk to Casa de Colón

Casa de Colón

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Cultural visit linked to the passage of Christopher Columbus

Attention point

Opening times to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good heritage tour close to the quay

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Walk to Iglesia de la Asunción

Iglesia de la Asunción

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Central historic church within walking distance

Attention point

Alleys sometimes slightly sloping

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be included in a tour of the centre

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Shuttle cruise to the historic centre

Historic centre of San Sebastián de La Gomera

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Depending on airline and stopover organisation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Practical for passengers with reduced mobility

Attention point

Not necessary as the centre is close to the port

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board if a short shuttle is available

Source : CruiseMapper San Sebastián de La Gomera: https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/san-sebastian-de-la-gomera-port-1403 | La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to the historic centre

Historic centre of San Sebastián de La Gomera

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Very fast for PRM or high heat

Attention point

Not necessary if you walk easily

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : CruiseMapper San Sebastián de La Gomera: https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/san-sebastian-de-la-gomera-port-1403 | La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Playa de la Cueva

Playa de la Cueva

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Very quick access to a nearby, quiet beach

Attention point

Not necessary if you walk easily

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful with children or hot weather

Source : Saga Cruises La Gomera: https://travel.saga.co.uk/cruises/cruise-blogs/destinations/ocean/canaries/cruise-to-la-gomera.aspx | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | services taxi locaux

Walk to Playa de la Cueva

Playa de la Cueva

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Nearby beach with beautiful views of the Teide on a clear day

Attention point

Access to be checked according to weather and sea conditions

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; short beach option close to the port

Source : Saga Cruises La Gomera: https://travel.saga.co.uk/cruises/cruise-blogs/destinations/ocean/canaries/cruise-to-la-gomera.aspx | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

VTC to the historic centre

Historic centre of San Sebastián de La Gomera

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Limited VTC availability on the island

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check availability before relying on this option

Source : CruiseMapper San Sebastián de La Gomera: https://www.cruisemapper.com/ports/san-sebastian-de-la-gomera-port-1403 | La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Roque de Agando

Roque de Agando

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct route to an emblematic panorama close to the main road

Attention point

Return to be organised if the taxi does not stay

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good choice for a short excursion with a photo stop

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to La Gomera airport

La Gomera / GMZ airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct and convenient after disembarking with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than a bus and winding road

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book if flying after disembarkation

Source : La Gomera Airport to San Sebastián: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/La-Gomera-Airport-GMZ/San-Sebasti%C3%A1n-de-La-Gomera | GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Hermigua

Hermigua

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to Vallée verte and north-east coast

Attention point

Return to be organised if independent visit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm return fare and waiting time

Source : La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | services taxi locaux

Bus to Hermigua

Hermigua

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Frequency according to schedule GuaguaGomera
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economic excursion to a green valley in the north

Attention point

Limited frequency by day

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check return timetable before leaving San Sebastián

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Bus line 7 to La Gomera airport

La Gomera / GMZ airport

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Some daily departures according to schedule GuaguaGomera
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Public connection to the island's airport

Attention point

Limited frequency and times to be checked imperatively

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; line 7 runs between San Sebastián and the airport according to published timetables.

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Airport to San Sebastián: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/La-Gomera-Airport-GMZ/San-Sebasti%C3%A1n-de-La-Gomera

Shuttle excursion to Roque de Agando

Roque de Agando

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to a natural symbol of La Gomera

Attention point

Mountainous route and photo stops depending on the programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check whether the excursion includes Mirador de Los Roques or Garajonay

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Hermigua

Hermigua

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the Green Valley and the north of the island

Attention point

Set times according to programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check whether the excursion includes Agulo or Los Roques

Source : La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Playa de Santiago

Playa de Santiago

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to southern coastal station

Attention point

Return to be organised if short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check pick-up point before leaving the taxi

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | services taxi locaux

Shuttle excursion to Agulo

Agulo

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the northern panoramic village

Attention point

Free time varies according to programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check guaranteed return and duration on site

Source : La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | compagnies de croisière

VTC to La Gomera airport

La Gomera / GMZ airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 40 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct transfer at a pre-arranged price

Attention point

Limited availability possible and higher cost than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book in advance if flying after disembarkation

Source : La Gomera Airport to San Sebastián: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/La-Gomera-Airport-GMZ/San-Sebasti%C3%A1n-de-La-Gomera | GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Agulo

Agulo

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 60,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to the northern panoramic village

Attention point

High cost for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return or wait for independent visit

Source : La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | services taxi locaux

Shuttle excursion to Garajonay

Parque Nacional de Garajonay / Laguna Grande

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 60,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the UNESCO National Park with safe return journey

Attention point

Imposed timetables and variable mountain weather

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; prefer an excursion with guaranteed return to the ship

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Garajonay

Parque Nacional de Garajonay / Laguna Grande

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 65,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Available by reservation or tourist taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to the UNESCO National Park without a complex public bus

Attention point

Mountain roads and variable weather

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book round trip with pick-up time

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | services taxi locaux

VTC to Garajonay

Parque Nacional de Garajonay / Laguna Grande

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Flexible private transfer to the national park

Attention point

Limited availability and return to be secured

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book round trip with confirmed pick-up time

Source : La Gomera Travel Cruise Stop: https://lagomera.travel/en/experiences/what-is-there-to-see-if-your-cruise-stops-at-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Bus to Agulo

Agulo

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 3,50 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Frequency according to schedule GuaguaGomera
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Affordable access to one of La Gomera's most photogenic villages

Attention point

Journey and return to be planned precisely

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; excursions only possible with compatible timetables

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Bus to Playa de Santiago

Playa de Santiago

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency Limited frequency depending on route GuaguaGomera
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Joins a coastal resort in the south of the island

Attention point

Infrequent schedules for a short stopover

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; itinerary to be checked according to line and timetable of the day

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Airport to San Sebastián: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/La-Gomera-Airport-GMZ/San-Sebasti%C3%A1n-de-La-Gomera

Bus to Vallehermoso

Vallehermoso

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Limited frequency according to timetable GuaguaGomera
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

A low-cost route to the north-west of the island

Attention point

Long journey and limited return times

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be reserved for long stopovers with a safe return.

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Bus line 1 to Valle Gran Rey

Valle Gran Rey

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 5,00 €
Estimated duration 95 min
Frequency Limited frequency according to timetable GuaguaGomera
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Allows you to reach a major tourist valley in the west without a car

Attention point

Long journey and return times to be secured

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; line 1 runs from San Sebastián to Valle Gran Rey

Source : GuaguaGomera Línea 1: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/valle-gran-rey-san-sebastian-de-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/

Shuttle excursion to Valle Gran Rey

Valle Gran Rey

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 60,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the Grand Valley and west coast

Attention point

Long journey and winding road

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be booked only with guaranteed return to the ship

Source : La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | GuaguaGomera Línea 1: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/valle-gran-rey-san-sebastian-de-la-gomera/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Vallehermoso

Vallehermoso

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 80,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Available by private reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct to the north-west of the island without connection

Attention point

Long journey and safe return

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book round trip with pick-up time

Source : GuaguaGomera Líneas: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Valle Gran Rey

Valle Gran Rey

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 95,00 €
Estimated duration 70 min
Frequency Available by private reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct to the western tourist valley

Attention point

Long journey and winding road

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book round trip with large margin

Source : GuaguaGomera Línea 1: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/valle-gran-rey-san-sebastian-de-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | services taxi locaux

VTC to Valle Gran Rey

Valle Gran Rey

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 110,00 €
Estimated duration 70 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Private transfer to the west with organised return possible

Attention point

High cost and winding road

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book only with long stopover and return margin

Source : GuaguaGomera Línea 1: https://www.guaguagomera.com/lineas/valle-gran-rey-san-sebastian-de-la-gomera/ | La Gomera Travel: https://lagomera.travel/en/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.