Things to Do in Lanzarote

The island’s must-see places — volcanoes, beaches, César Manrique’s art, wine country and more.

Beyond the events calendar, these are the landmarks and experiences that make Lanzarote unlike anywhere else. Use them to plan your days, then check what’s on while you’re here.

Volcanoes & Nature

TinajoTimanfaya National ParkLanzarote’s Fire MountainsYaizaEl Golfo & Charco de los ClicosThe emerald-green lagoonYaizaLos HerviderosWhere the sea boils through the lavaYaizaSalinas de JanubioLanzarote’s working salt flatsÓrzolaLa GraciosaThe eighth Canary IslandYaizaLa GeriaVines in a sea of black ash

César Manrique & Art

HaríaJameos del AguaCésar Manrique’s underground worldHaríaCueva de los VerdesA cathedral of lavaHaríaMirador del RíoThe island’s finest viewTeguiseJardín de CactusManrique’s last great workTeguiseFundación César ManriqueThe artist’s home in the lava

Beaches

Playa BlancaPapagayo BeachesThe island’s postcard covesTeguisePlaya de FamaraWild sands beneath the cliffsCosta TeguisePlaya de las CucharasCosta Teguise’s windsurf bay

Boat Trips & Sea

Puerto CaleroSubmarine SafarisDive 30 metres under the AtlanticPuerto CaleroCatlanza Catamaran CruisesSail to the Papagayo beachesPuerto del CarmenPuerto del Carmen Water TaxiHop between the harbours by seaÓrzolaFerries to La Graciosa & FuerteventuraEasy day trips to neighbouring islandsPuerto CaleroDeep-Sea Fishing TripsBig-game fishing off the south coast

Towns & Villages

TeguiseTeguise Old TownThe historic island capitalHaríaHaría — Valley of a Thousand PalmsThe green northArrecifeArrecifeThe island’s living capital

Family & Active

Puerto del CarmenRancho Texas Lanzarote ParkAnimals and a day out for kidsPlaya BlancaPlaya Blanca & Marina RubicónSouthern resort and marinaArrecifeOpen Mall LanzaroteThe island’s big shopping & leisure centre

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