Sightseeing in Lanzarote. Lanzarote is an island ripe with contrast and beauty, worth admiring at least once in a lifetime. When planning a trip to the easternmost Canary Island it’s in your best interest to keep in mind those places you absolutely shouldn’t miss. Whether it’s a short trip or just because you like to plan every little detail in advance, a list of the most interesting places to visit in Lanzarote will help you organize your trip. We have prepared a list with seven spectacular must-see locations in Lanzarote, including some favourites of travelers as well as of the Lanzarote Experience Tours team. If you want to know what to do in Lanzarote, keep reading!
What to visit in Lanzarote
Explore the beauty of Timanfaya National Park and the Fire Mountains.
Timanfaya National Park is probably the most famous attraction in Lanzarote and the cause of the otherworldly black and red of the island’s soil. Come and discover this National Park over 52 hectares peppered with volcanoes that erupted in the 18th century and where the subterranean geological activity still remains. You may be witness by pouring water through holes in the ground and the extreme underground temperatures will transform it into a geyser of steam. Lanzarote is still very much alive !
At Montañas del Fuego (the Fire Mountains) located inside the Park, you may bask in the wild volcanic beauty of Timanfaya in all its stunning splendour. Also famous are its camel ride excursions through the Park, the symbolic animal of the island will delight kids and adults.
The Timanfaya National Park is definitely a Must-see More info about Timanfaya National Park
Discover the beauty of Jameos del Agua
Jameos del Agua is one the best known works of Lanzarote born artist César Manrique, who made his native island his most ambitious project. This natural cave is a product of volcanic eruptions and its located in the north of Lanzarote, holds a small lake inside it, diversity of plants and an auditorium where live shows and cultural events take place. It also hosts a restaurant where you can savor the best the canarian cuisine has to offer. And then there’s the blind albino crab, a species endemic to the island living its little life at peace with palm trees and visitors.
Jameos del Agua is an absolute must for visitors. More info about Jameos del Agua
Wander the depths of the Earth inside Cueva de los Verdes
In Cueva de los Verdes located in the municipality of Haría, the visitor can walk into the depths of the Earth thanks to this cave, formed by the eruption of Monte Corona which took place 20000 years ago. Inside this extensive gallery comprised of 8 km of volcanic tube many different colours can be observed: reds, yellows and greens, created by the chemical variety of its rocks. It lends the cave a unique appeal, making it one of the best places to visit in Lanzarote.
The Cave can only be visited with guided tours that last about an hour. More info about Cueva de los Verdes.
Visit Manrique´s Foundation and his second home in Haria.
César Manrique’s print is all over Lanzarote. The artist was a true environmentalist pioneer who worked for the defense of natureand its integration in architecture and tourism. One if his most interesting places can be the Foundation in Tahiche.
This fascinating building lets you discover Manrique’s home, characterised by its black rock volcanic caves, its spectacular pool and the surrounding plant life.
Discover the Cactus Garden
This magnificent botanical garden hosts more than 1000 specimens of 450 different species of cactus from all over the world.
Inside the garden, a typical windmill from a bygone era stands the test of time adding a touch of style to the singular landscape. The Cactus Garden also features a cafe where you can enjoy a drink with the relaxing singing of the birds in the background. More info about the Cactus Garden.
Enjoy the views from Mirador del Río
Mirador del Río is located on top of Famara cliff, 474 metres above sea level, in the northern part of the island. From this point we can contemplate one of the most spectacular panoramic views of Lanzarote: the Natural Park of Chinijo Archipelago, La Graciosa and Famara Cliffs.
More info about Mirador del Río
Visit the Casa-Museo del Campesino
La Casa-Museo del Campesino, es la obra de César Manrique en la que se reconoce el esfuerzo de los agricultores lanzaroteños y representa un paseo por la arquitectura, la agricultura, la artesanía y la gastronomía de Lanzarote.
More information about the Farmer’s Monument.
Discover the Castles of Lanzarote
Lanzarote keeps a military patrimony made up of 4 small fortresses: the Castle of Santa Barbara in Teguise, San Gabriel and San José in Arrecife and La Torre del Águila in Playa Blanca, all of them taking us to a time when the population of the island suffered frequent invasions by pirates and corsairs from Africa and Europe. More information about the castles of Lanzarote.
Other things to do in Lanzarote
Bask in the sun in Playa Blanca and Papagayo beaches
Just like the rest of the Canary Islands, Lanzarote has idyllic beaches that will make you forget about the modern world.
Playa Blanca is located to the south of Lanzarote, and it’s a quiet tourist beach of calm, crystal-clear waters. Fitted with many services (showers, hammocks, sunshades, etc.) and a seaside promenade with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants.
Very close to Playa Blanca we find the Papagayo beaches, formed by several coves that shape a coastline of white sands and paradisiacal beaches. Papagayo is flanked by mountains, and remains completely unspoilt, without buildings or signs of civilisation. But be warned, it’s indispensable to bring your own water and food if you want to spend your day in this little piece of paradise. More info about the best beaches in Lanzarote.
Explore La Graciosa island
The little island is inhabited by barely 600 residents, mostly fishermen. Legends tell of a 17th century pirate who buried his treasure somewhere in the island, never to be found. Hidden riches or not, La Graciosa does have wonderful, almost deserted beaches like La Francesa and La Playa de las Conchas.
La Graciosa is a unique, unspoiled place (its roads still unpaved), where respect for nature and the environment is evident. It’s the ideal destination for those in search of quietness, solitude, peace of mind, sun and sustainable tourism. More info about La Graciosa island.
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