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The Canary Islands have long been rightfully considered a luxury holiday destination. The islands are washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and consist of 7 large and several small islands.

Volcano Island

The fourth largest island of the Canary archipelago Lanzarote is called the "island of volcanoes". It is composed like a bizarre mosaic of unique multi-tiered caves, beaches, vineyard plantations, cacti and, of course, the sun. Scientists suggest that the island is approximately 15 million years old. It is the easternmost island of the Canary archipelago, located approximately 125 km from the coast of Africa and 1000 km from the Iberian Peninsula.

The island got its name from the Genoese merchant Lancelotto Malocello, who arrived on the island in the 14th century. The coastline of the island stretches for 213 km, of which 10 km are covered with sand, and the rest is a rocky coast. The beach is located at 16.5 km. Extravagant mountain ranges were formed after numerous eruptions and lava flows that spread along the slopes, giving them bizarre shapes.

The demon is the emblem of the island. This is explained by the fact that the first inhabitants of the island perceived the volcanic eruptions as the work of the devil. The largest recorded eruptions occurred between 1730 and 1736.

Over 2,053 days of eruptions, lava covered ¼ of the surface of the entire island, including the most fertile soil, and buried 11 villages. The island was virtually devoid of forest cover and only succulents and lichens managed to take root on Lanzarote. A drought that affected the island in 1768 and a lack of rain during the winter led to the emigration of the population to America and Cuba.

The next volcanic eruption occurred in 1824, but it was less destructive than the main one. But it also led to an exodus of the indigenous population. Today the island is home to about 140,000 inhabitants, 73.9% of whom are Spanish.

How to get to Lanzarote

There are no direct flights to this fabulous island from Moscow or Kyiv. You can fly to the airport of the largest island of the Canary archipelago - Tenerife, and then, after making a transfer, fly to the island of Lanzarote.

From Moscow to Tenerife

Travel time from Moscow to Tenerife South Airport will take about 7 hours 23 minutes.

As a rule, there are 4 flights per week. You can use the services of AirBaltic, VIM-Avia, Transaero or Helios-Air airlines.

You can immediately select the optimal connecting time for flights. For example, from Moscow Domodedovo Airport to Lanzarote Airport with one transfer can be reached in 11 hours and 40 minutes, while the return flight can be only 11 hours.

You can save big on air tickets, if you follow the calendar of low flight prices.

From Kyiv to Tenerife

You can fly from Kyiv to Tenerife in 6 hours using the services of Binter Canarias, Iberia, Ukraine Intl Airlines, KLM, Air Europa and Air France.

After landing on the island of Tenerife, having made a transfer, you can fly to Lanzarote International Airport, which is located 5 km from the capital of the island, Arrecife, in the municipality of San Bartolome.

Buses No. 22 and No. 23 run from the airport to the city center (the estimated cost of a ticket is from 0.92 to 1.15 €.

You can also get to Arrecife by taxi (estimated cost from 6:00 to 22:00 is 12 €, from 22:00 to 6:00 – 14 €).

There are also excellent transport links to other resort areas.

The cost of a flight between the Canary Islands, which will last 50 minutes, will cost approximately 80 €.

Cities and resorts of Lanzarote

Since 1927, Lanzarote, along with another Canary island - Fuerteventura, became part of the Las Palmas region and was territorially divided into seven municipalities:

1. Arrecife,
2. San Bartolome,
3. Haria,
4. Tias,
5. Yaisa,
6. Tinajo,
7. Teguise, which includes Isla de la Graciosa and four small islands, which also include Taiche.

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Capital of the island Arrecife owes its name to a mountain reef, which is why Aressife is translated from Spanish as “reef”. The streets of the city reflect the unique maritime character and literally breathe history.

The first mention of Arrecife dates back to the 15th century, when this city was still a small fishing settlement. Black volcanic reefs, behind which the boats were hidden, protected the fishermen from sudden pirate attacks. In the 16th century the settlement began to actively grow, and the first church was erected on its territory, dedicated to the first bishop of San Ginés.

The city became the capital in 1852 and major industries such as tourism and agriculture are actively developing on its territory.

In Arrecife there is the city beach of Reducto, the castle of San Jose, built in the 17th century. and which today houses a collection of modern art, as well as the Castle of San Gabriel.

The tallest building on the entire island – Gran Hotel Arrecife located in the city next to the harbour. The city has several shopping centers and a main street shopping district.

Of course, it is not the capital of the island that is attractive to tourists, but resort centers:

• Costa Teguise;
• Puerto del Carmen, in the suburbs of which the resort village of Puerto Calero is located;
• A new tourist center in the south is Playa Blanca.

PUERTO DEL CARMEN

The tourist center is located on the southeastern coast of the island and stretches along the ocean for 7 km.

You can get to Puero del Carmen from the airport by bus. The Arrecife Bus company provides regular transport services.
The ticket price is insignificant - approximately 1.50 €.

You can also use the services of a competing company, Bono Bus, whose travel to the oldest resort will cost €1.20.

By purchasing Bono Bus magnetic cards, you will be able to save 20% on travel.

Taxis are available for visitors. The fare depends on the time of day. So from 6:00 to 22:00 you can get to Puerto del Carmen for approximately 15 €, from 22:00 to 6:00 – for 18 €.

In just 20 years, the once small resort village has turned into a resort town, welcoming 30,000 tourists annually. A significant part of the city is occupied by natural spacious sandy beaches.

Beaches of Puerto del Carmen

Playa Grande or Playa Blanca

Ideal for family holidays with children, since it is covered with golden sand, there are no winds, the ocean waters are calm and the shore is flat. Its length is 900m, maximum width is 100m. The beach offers rental of umbrellas and sun loungers, showers and a wide range of water activities.

Playa de los Pocillos

The golden sand beach is located just above ocean level, so the tides leave small “lakes”. Previously, sea salt was extracted here using the old method of evaporation in the sun.

This is the longest and widest beach of the resort. Its length is 1,600m, maximum width is 170m (at low tides it can reach 200m). Due to the winds, it is not so attractive for families with children. On its territory there is a rental of sun loungers and umbrellas, showers, but there are no water activities here.

Playa Matagorda

The beach, covered with golden sand, gradually starts from Playa de los Pocillos and ends at the Beatriz Playa hotel. It is also windy, its length is 1,000m, and its maximum width is 60m. Umbrellas, sun loungers and showers are provided for vacationers. There are no water activities.

Playa Fariones and Playa Chica

They are not intended for beach lovers, as entry into the water here is hampered by rocks. But this is a favorite place for divers. There is a diving center that trains mainly beginner divers. The length of the beach is 140m, width is 25m. The beach, covered with light sand and stones, does not have sun loungers with umbrellas or water activities, but the shower works properly.

Attractions, entertainment and shopping in Puerto del Carmen

The resort area has many restaurants, including fish restaurants, offering exquisite Canarian cuisine, bars that entertain visitors every evening with simple show programs, discos and casinos. The port offers exciting boat trips or fishing in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Around the harbor is the “Old Town”, which has retained the atmosphere of a fishing village.

In the evening, tourists stroll along Avenida de las Playas, the main thoroughfare of the resort. There are many small retail outlets here, offering mainly beach products and souvenirs.

But the resort town also has more significant stores, as well as branded boutiques of Diesel, Lacoste, etc. The largest new shopping center on the entire island, Biosfera Plaza, is located in Puerto del Carmen.

In the evening you can visit the Music Hall Tavern - an eccentric cabaret with a vulgar but funny program. The bulk of visitors are tourists from Foggy Albion.

In the second half of May, international triathlon competitions are held annually in Puerto del Carmen. The marching athletes arriving on the island to compete in cross-country, cycling and swimming are solemnly greeted by numerous spectators on Avenida de las Playas. An important sporting event is covered in all local media.

At the end of July, Fiesta de Carmen is celebrated on a large scale - a holiday honoring the city's heavenly patroness. The city is festively decorated with garlands, colorful streamers, flags and balls.

The fun lasts until the morning, introducing numerous tourists to traditional folklore performances, dances and other entertainment. For this holiday, fishing boats are festively decorated so that at the climax they go out into the ocean in a long line. At the end of the holiday, city residents pray for good catches next year.

Puerto del Carmen Hotels

There are few hotels in the vast resort area. Mostly apartments are offered, of which there are over 200.

Among the 4-star hotels worthy of attention:

• Seaside Los Jameos Playa;
• Las Costas;
• ClubHotel Riu Paraiso Lanzarote.

Among the 3-star hotels you can stay in:

• Apartamentos Barcarola Club;
• Costa Sal Apartments;
• La Penita Apartments and others

2-star hotels are also ready to offer neat rooms and good service:

• HG Guacimeta;
• Jable Bermudas Apartments;
• Plaza Azul and many others.

COSTA TEGUISE

Second most important tourist center located in the east of the island.

From Lanzarote Airport you can get to the resort in just 15 minutes by bus (ticket price 1.15 €, travel by Bono Bus costs 0.92 €) or taxi (from 6.00 to 22.00 - 20 €, from 22.00 to 6.00 – 24€).

The resort has no history of turning a fishing village into a beautiful town. It was created artificially on an uninhabited stretch of coast about 40 years ago. The coast is always windy, so Costa Teguise has become a favorite place for windsurfers and kiters.

Beaches of Costa Teguise

There are 5 beaches in Costa Teguise:

Las Cucharas

In Spanish, the name translates to “spoons.” The length of the beach, covered with fine light sand, is 700 m, width – 60 m. On the beach, guests can rent umbrellas and sun loungers, and shower.

There are no water activities, so for the experience of walking on the ocean and catching exotic fish, you will have to go to nearby Puerto del Carmen or its suburb - Puerto Calero. The beach is favored by windsurfers, as the moderate wind never stops blowing.

But near the Melia Salinas hotel the wind is calmer, so the waves are calmer, and on the wider beach beach lovers are already basking in the sun.

Playa de los Charcos

Windy beach with fine light sand. Entry into the ocean waters is difficult due to rocks. But the beach, 310m long and 30m wide, is protected from waves. There are water activities, umbrellas with sun loungers and showers.

El Jabillo

The length of the rocky beach in some places is 180m, width – 20m. The waves here are low. The Grand Teguise Playa Hotel is located next to the beach. There is no entertainment or shower here, only sun loungers and umbrellas are available for rent.

Playa Bastian

It differs from the others in having darker sand. There are few vacationers here, since entry into the ocean is difficult due to the rocky descent. The length of the western beach is 300m, its maximum width is 35m.

Playa Ancla

A small, cute and cozy beach with a length of 120 m and a width of 30 m, visited mainly by guests of nearby hotels. There are no water activities, showers or even rental of umbrellas and sun loungers. Nearby is the residence of the King of Spain.

Sights and activities of Costa Teguise

The center of Costa Teguise is concentrated around Pueblo Marinero, a decorative fishing village designed by Cesar Manrique. Also, according to Manrique’s design, ordered by King Hussein of Jordan, one of the four residences of the King of Spain, La Mareta, was built. It was given by Hussein to the Spanish King Juan Carlos as a wedding gift.

La Mareta is a rather modest building, on the territory of which there is a helipad. The residence is carefully guarded, and curious tourists are not allowed access here.

Costva Teguise has numerous bars and restaurants, and once a week on Fridays there is a market where they sell clothes, cheap jewelry and souvenirs. Those interested can take specially organized flights from Costa Teguise to the huge market in the city of Teguise, which takes place on Sundays.

At the market you can buy original handmade souvenirs folk craftsmen. After shopping in the administrative capital of the coast, you can stroll around the city - the old capital of the island with a centuries-old history.

The settlement was named Teguise in honor of the daughter of the last native king who lived in the 15th century. One of the streets of the city is called “Bloody” in memory of the events when most of the inhabitants were brutally killed in one of the many pirate raids.

Also, the fortress on Mount Castillo de Santa Barbara is named after its owner, who was canonized for the fact that, without giving the pirates the place of refuge of her servants, she accepted martyrdom. She is the patroness of the city, and Spanish Catholics always commemorate her day in churches.

Among the interesting objects is the Spinoza Palace, which was originally the residence of the Governor General, and then passed to later owners - merchants from Genoa.

The palace now operates as a museum, and its richly decorated interior impresses visitors. It is also worth visiting one of the oldest churches in the Canary Islands, the Church of Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, and then strolling along the stone-paved streets with numerous attractions.

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But there is still a lot of entertainment in the Costa Teguise resort itself. This and a wonderful course for golf fans, which became the first on the entire island of Lanzarote.

This and an aquarium that attracts visitors with a glass tunnel with sharks and 33 separate aquariums, the last of which is an almost didactic visual of how human waste pollutes the ocean. Filled with a variety of garbage, it makes people think about a more careful attitude towards nature.

The largest aquarium with a volume of 400,000 liters allows you to scuba dive Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:00 to 14:00, swim with a 2-meter cat shark and with other inhabitants of the ocean.

Experienced instructors provide detailed instructions, and the dive itself takes 20 minutes. The pleasure is not cheap - approximately 130 €.

For those who did not find enough water activities in Costa Teguise, you can go to Aquapark Costa Teguise.

There is entertainment for visitors of all ages, but the organizers especially focused on entertainment for children.

So, in Zona Infantil - “Children's Zone” you can frolic on the huge inflatable “Castle of Games” (Castillo de Juegos) and have fun sliding down colorful slides of a wide variety of colors and shapes in El lago infantil - “Lake for Children”.

"Children's Park" (Ocio Infantil) is painted with all kinds of funny caricatures and is equipped with an innumerable number of trampolines.

Adults can compete in car races at the 8 sendas (“8 tracks”) attraction, appreciate the steep turns of the Turbolancha diapositiva tubular high-speed tube, and extreme sports enthusiasts can feel the rush of adrenaline into the blood after descending from the Kamikaze slide.

The water park is open year-round from 10:00 to 18:00, but it is not recommended for children to visit in winter, since the pools are not equipped with water heating systems. Entrance is free for children under 2 years old, tickets for children under 12 years old will cost 16 €, adults – 22.5 €.

Hotels Costa Teguise

There is a decent selection of hotels of all categories on the Costa Teguise.

Among the 5-star hotels we should mention Gran Melia Salinas&The Garden Villas- an icon of Lanzarote's cultural heritage, designed by the architect Fernando Higueras and the famous artist Cesar Manrique, where the minimum price per night per room will start from 129 €. The territory of the exclusive luxury hotel is equipped with sports grounds, high fashion boutiques, SPA and much more.

Among the 4-star ones you can choose from:

• Barcelo Lanzarote Resort;
• Beatriz Costa
• The family-run Luabay Lanzarote Beach Hotel offers plenty of entertainment;
• Marinas Club Resort and others.

Such 3-star hotels as:

• Barcelo La Galea;
• El Trebol;
• Galeon Playa;
• H10 Lanzarote Gardens, located 200m from the Playa de las Cucharas beach, and many others offer high service at very attractive prices.

PLAYA BLANCA

The third largest and most important resort center was once a quiet fishing village.

You can get to the resort, which stretches for several kilometers along the ocean, in 35 minutes by bus (ticket price 3.15 €, with Bono Bus - 2.52 €) or taxi (estimated cost from 6:00 to 22:00 - 30 €, from 22:00 to 6:00 – 36 €).

You can also immediately rent a car at the airport. But we advise you to arrive in advance, so there will be fewer unpleasant surprises upon arrival.

The model you need may not be available, or it will only be on a manual transmission when you are used to an automatic. Besides There are almost always good discounts for online bookings.

There are numerous restaurants and bars in the resort area. There are 2 ports here, from one of which you can take your car on the Fred Olsen Express high-speed ferry to the neighboring island of Fuerteventura. It only takes 12 minutes, and now you can enjoy the sights and beauties of another Canary island.

Marina Rubicon is the second port of the Playa Blanca resort, which even has its own emblem. The most expensive and luxurious snow-white yachts are moored here.

Beaches of Playa Blanca

Near the new elegant and promising resort are Playas de Papagayo – the most beautiful wild beaches of the island. Picturesque landscapes around bays with emerald water and light, fine-grained sand attract local residents from all over the island.

Playas de Papagayo is a chain of beaches under such names as Playa del Congrio, Playa del Pozo (closest to Playa Blanca), Playa de Papagayo, Playa de la Cera, etc.

Since all of them are located on the territory of the national park, if you travel by car, you must pay 3 €.

Playa Blanca means "white beach" in Spanish., which is confirmed by the pleasant, silky white sand. There are 3 main beaches within the city limits.

Playa Blanca

A small natural beach with a length of only 100m and a maximum width of 20m, located in the very center of the resort, just a step away from the busy promenade. There are no sun loungers with umbrellas or water activities on its territory, but the shower works properly.

Playa Dorada

The spacious beach, which is 330m long and 35m wide, is located in the eastern part of the resort and is well protected from high waves by breakwaters. Everything is provided for a wonderful beach holiday: sun loungers, umbrellas, showers and numerous water activities.

Playa Flamingo

Located in the western part of the resort center. Length – 225m, width – 40m. Low waves are caused by breakwaters, and the beach has everything you need for a good rest.

In addition to these beaches, there is also Playa Las Coloradas and 3 undeveloped beaches where sand alternates with stones.

Playa Blanca Hotels

Playa Blanca has the widest selection of hotels.

Among the 4-stars you can choose:

• One of the largest hotels in the city is H10 Rubicón Palace;
• Aparthotel Rubimar Suite;
• Hesperia Playa Dorada.

There are a lot of 3-star hotels, popular among them:

• Elba Lanzarote Royal Village Resort;
• Boutique Hotel H10 White Suites – adults only.

Closest to Playa Blanca than to the rest of the resorts of Lanzarote, located in the south Timanfaya National Park. At the entrance to the park, those interested can ride camels. In the park you can see magnificent creations of nature - many volcanic grottoes and various tectonic structures.

If fate has given you the opportunity to come on holiday to Lanzarote, then you should definitely visit the north of the island, where a special microclimate has developed that has turned the area into the greenest place on the island – the Valley of a Thousand Palm Groves.

The Grove has unique fire palms with leaves resembling flames, as well as beautiful tropical plants. In the crater of the volcano there are two grottoes, the cave of Los Jameos del Agua and de Los Verdes.

Worked in Jameo del Agua again great master Cesar Manrique, building steps into the cave and places for visitors from the remains of lava. The rest of the interior is decorated with cacti and green ferns, creating a fantastic setting for the place.

Tourists also visit La Geria, where they are given the opportunity to taste sweet wines produced from grapes that grow in fields with solidified lava.
Only in the Canary Islands is it possible taste real malvasia.

The sun and sandy beaches, the whisper of the Atlantic Ocean and the fresh sea breeze create a unique holiday in Lanzarote and encourage you to return to the island again...

There are no direct flights to this amazing island from our country, but if you get to, Madrid or Barcelona and take the time to fly to the capital of Lanzarote - Arrecife, your efforts will be fully rewarded. Possible inconveniences during transfers and time spent in an airliner seat will all be erased as soon as you find yourself in this fabulous place.

“Moon” landscapes will captivate you from the first moments.

The fact is that Lanzarote is a volcano reserve. The combination of beaches, modern civilization and a ridge of volcanic cones cannot leave even the most sophisticated travelers indifferent.

So, after landing, getting to your destination will not be difficult - The bus service between the resort areas of Lanzarote is excellent. It is also equally convenient to get around the island by renting a car.

Cuisine and restaurants

Island cuisine is a combination of Spanish spice and Mexican heat, the usual seafood and British breakfast rolls. There is a menu to suit every taste in Lanzarote. If you want to taste traditional Canarian dishes, your best choice is to visit the Volcan de la Corona restaurant.

Fresh meat and aromatic grilled vegetables, all kinds of stews - and all this with a view of the Corona volcano.

Cozy, homely, with a patio - you will return to this establishment more than once.

For lovers of Mediterranean cuisine who want to taste sumptuously prepared seafood, dinner at Isla de Lobos will be a real gastronomic shock. But don't forget to reserve a table at this exclusive place and take care of the appropriate attire.

If you are staying in Puerto del Carmen or are there on an excursion, stop by for a pizza at Caffe Italia Pizzeria - you won’t regret it.

Attractions Lanzarote

The island itself is an attraction. As a result of numerous lava eruptions, it is completely devoid of plant life, but three hundred volcanic peaks and colored fields of solidified lava make such a strong impression that you can be sure that you will not forget this place in your entire life.

You can fully enjoy these views in the Timanfaya National Reserve, which is located in the western part of the island.

A must-see is the Cueva de los Verdes cave. Formed as a result of an eruption and having a depth of 6 km, it is a unique natural monument. And in one of its halls there is a concert hall - the natural acoustics amaze the imagination of visitors.

The cactus garden will be interesting for both children and adults. You will not see such bizarre plants anywhere on the planet.

Entertainment

As on any island, all types of water activities are popular in Lanzarote. Windsurfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, as well as other types of active pastime: hang gliding, karting, golf, horse riding - all these and other types of recreation are developed in Lanzarote.

And if you are lucky enough to visit Lanzarote at the end of June, an unforgettable show awaits you on International Surfing Day (24/06).

In addition, the island has four large entertainment centers where you can spend time with the whole family.

The Canary Island of Lanzarote is a unique place, and if you happen to visit there, the desire to return there will not leave you until you realize it.

Lanzarote is an island in the Canary Islands, province of Las Palmas

A place that combines stunning volcanic landscapes, countless opportunities for active recreation, and amazing Mediterranean cuisine, this is one of the islands of the Canary archipelago - Lanzarote.

Here is a detailed map of Lanzarote with the names of cities and towns in Russian. Move the map while holding it with the left mouse button. You can move around the map by clicking on one of the four arrows in the upper left corner. You can change the scale using the scale on the right side of the map or turning the mouse wheel.

What country is Lanzarote in?

Lanzarote is located in Spain. This is a wonderful, beautiful place, with its own history and traditions. Lanzarote coordinates: north latitude and east longitude (show on large map).

Virtual walk

The “man” figurine above the scale will help you take a virtual walk through the cities of Lanzarote. By clicking and holding the left mouse button, drag it to any place on the map and you will go for a walk, while inscriptions with the approximate address of the area will appear in the upper left corner. Select the direction of movement by clicking on the arrows in the center of the screen. The “Satellite” option at the top left allows you to see a relief image of the surface. In the "Map" mode you will have the opportunity to familiarize yourself in detail with Lanzarote's roads and main attractions.

Lanzarote, the fourth largest island of the Canary archipelago, is located 125 km from the coast of Morocco and 2000 km from mainland Spain. This island of volcanic origin is also called the “island of fire-breathing mountains.”

Lanzarote, the fourth largest island in the Canary archipelago, is located 125 km from the coast of Morocco and 2000 km from mainland Spain. This island of volcanic origin is also called the “island of fire-breathing mountains” - there are three hundred volcanoes on its territory.

The local unusual picturesque landscapes that appear before the eyes of travelers are mesmerizing - there are truly “lunar landscapes” here. Most of the island is covered with solidified lava, with multi-colored volcanic cones of different sizes rising between the lava fields.

My report on Lanzarote

What time to go to Lanzarote?

The island's climate is subtropical, mild, without large temperature changes. The average annual temperature ranges from +20 °C in winter to +26 °C in summer. You can swim in the ocean water here all year round - its temperature is 20-23 °C.

Beaches of the island

Caleton Blanco sandbank (photo: Joseba Palacios Sáez)

Of the 250 km of coastline, white, black and red sand beaches occupy 30 km. All of them are municipal and free. The best beaches with crystal clear water and snow-white sand are in Papagayo Bay on the southern coast of the island. Windsurfers will love the Playa de Famara beach with its constantly blowing winds.

sandbank Caleton Blanco on the north coast is great for families with children. Nudists can sunbathe near Playa Blanca on the beach Playas de Papagayo.

Map of Lanzarote beaches

Cities and resorts of Lanzarote

Arrecife

Capital of the island Arrecife

Arrecife is the capital of the island. The city is located in the eastern part of Lanzarote. It is a commercial and passenger port where commercial ships and cruise ships dock. The city grew on the site of a settlement founded in the 14th century by the Genevan merchant Malosello. Arrecife has long been a refuge from storms for travelers and pirates.

Here are the main historical sites of Lanzarote - the old fortresses of San José and San Gabriel. The Arrecife coastline has several excellent beaches awarded the EU Blue Flag. In the city's restaurants you can taste dishes made from fresh fish caught by local fishermen and taste wine from vines grown on volcanic lava.

Costa Teguise

Resort town of Costa Teguise (photo: zbiada)

Costa Teguise is a cozy resort town 10 kilometers from Arrecife. This resort was built specifically for tourists in the seventies of the 20th century. Cesar Manrique participated in the architectural project of Costa Teguise. Its main creation is the town center - the stylized fishing village of Pueblo Marinero with restaurants, bars and a traditional weekly fair. One of the residences of the Spanish king is located in Costa Teguise. For entertainment, there are golf courses, tennis courts, water sports training centers, and a water park.

At the end of February, a wonderful carnival takes place here with processions in medieval costumes.

Puerto del Carmen

Puerto del Carmen is the tourist capital of the island (photo: belperskelter)

The tourist capital of Lanzarote is the city of Puerto del Carmen. It stretches for seven kilometers along the southeastern coast of the island. Its main street, Avenida de las Playas, is filled with restaurants, nightclubs, hotels and shops and is bustling with life day and night. Around the harbor is the old city center with a labyrinth of streets. This area retains the atmosphere of the small fishing village of La Tiñosa, where the current resort began. In the vicinity of Puerto del Carmen you can visit the Rancho Texas Zoological Garden.

At the end of July, the Fiesta de Carmen is held here - a bright holiday dedicated to the heavenly patroness of the city.

Puerto Calero

Puerto Calero Resort (photo: Robert)

Puerto Calero is a quiet and peaceful resort town. There are no crowded beaches here, and no evening entertainment typical of European resorts. This is an exclusive village built for respectable vacationers. The port of Puerto Calero serves as a mooring for private yachts, a starting point for sea excursions and recreational dives on a yellow submarine. The city has a Whale and Dolphin Museum (Museo de Cetáceos de Canarias).

Playa Blanca

Playa Blanca is located on the southern coast of Lanzarote. This is the newest and actively developing resort on the island. Playa Blanca is ideal for a family holiday: its beaches are suitable for both small children and fans of active water sports. The developed infrastructure of the resort will appeal to vacationers of any age. From the local port you can take an excursion to the island.

Las Coloradas

Resort village Las Coloradas (photo: darekw)

Las Coloradas is a village located near Playa Blanca. A 400-meter strip of beach covered with volcanic sand stretches along the coast. A monument of military architecture, the 18th-century fortress Castillo de las Coloradas, rises above the beach. Along the shore of Las Coloradas there is a beautiful romantic promenade with hospitable bars and restaurants. Within walking distance from Las Coloradas are the most beautiful wild beaches of Lanzarote - Playas de Papagayo.

La Santa Sport

Sports resort La Santa Sports (photo: Smithal)

In the north-west of Lanzarote, near the picturesque La Santa lagoon, there is a sports resort - La Santa Sport. This place is a real paradise for active people. Regardless of age or ability, everyone will find something to their liking here. The resort has all the necessary conditions for practicing numerous types of water sports, martial arts, sports games (badminton, tennis, golf, basketball, volleyball, handball, football). In addition, there are areas for lovers of athletics, fitness, aerobics, Pilates, and yoga. There are numerous walking and cycling routes available. And of course, La Santa Sport has all the necessary entertainment in the resort area: shops, restaurants, forests, swimming pools, discos, beaches, spa centers.

Map of Lanzarote resorts and attractions

Attractions Lanzarote

In the western part of the island is the main attraction - the Timanfaya National Park (Parque nacional de Timanfaya). Its unusual landscapes delight every visitor. A must-see on the program is a visit to the unique El Diablo restaurant, which is located at the top of an active volcano, where delicious dishes are prepared on a volcanic grill.

Lake Charco de los Clicos

South of the village of El Golfo there is an amazing lake of an unnatural acid green color - Charco de los Clicos. Like frozen waves, it is surrounded by bizarre rocks. On the black pebble beach there are tourists keen on searching for an olive-green semi-precious stone - olivine (peridot).

Volcanic caves of Jameos del Agua

The Jameos del Agua volcanic cave complex is an extraordinary landscape that consists of underground passages and grottoes. This complex has become an excursion site thanks to the initiative of the artist Cesar Manrique. The first cave with a luxurious tropical garden and an artificial pond is called Jameo Grande. A little further on is Jameos del Agua, a concert cave with unique acoustics and the entrance to a crater called Jameo de la Cazuela. The fauna of Jameos del Agua is interesting, the most famous representative of which is the white blind crab, which has become the symbol of this cave complex.

Cueva de Los Verdes

Los Verdes Cave, more than 6 km long, appeared several thousand years ago. At one time, local residents escaped from pirates in its intricate galleries. Nowadays, a kilometer-long section of the tunnel with winding corridors and spacious high halls is open to tourists.

House-Museum of Cesar Manrique

The amazing house of the famous artist, built and decorated by him, is now the office of the Cesar Manrique Foundation (Fundación César Manrique) and the museum of the eminent master, which stores the works of the artist himself, as well as his personal collection of paintings by Tapies, Miro, Picasso.

You can appreciate the beauty of the Chinijo archipelago from the observation deck of Cape Mirador del Rio - 470 m above sea level.

La Geria Vineyards (photo: Ciska)

La Geria is a famous wine-growing region, on the lands of which there are grape fields that even climb the slopes of volcanoes. Nowadays it is a protected zone, positioned, on the initiative of Cesar Manrique, as an example of the harmonious coexistence of man and nature. Malvasia grown in these places makes surprisingly tasty and aromatic wine, which you can try and buy at local wineries.

Cactus Park (photo: tartandart)

Cactus Park (Jardin de Cactus) - this extraordinary park is equipped with an amphitheater in a former volcanic ash quarry. It is located in the village of Guatiza. Many unique representatives of the cactus family of various shapes and colors grow here.

Rancho Texas Park (photo: Ute & Hans)

Rancho Texas Park is a zoological garden designed in the style of the “Wild West”, where you can see various representatives of the animal world kept in enclosures. Of particular interest to visitors is the show of feathered predators with huge birds spectacularly diving into the pond.

Waterpark Costa Teguise

Aquapark Costa Teguise (photo: pipol)

The water park (Aqua Park Costa Teguise) in the resort town of Costa Teguise is most popular with children. Bright trampolines, an inflatable “Castle of Games”, and a “Lake for Children”, with slides of various shapes and colors, captivate children for the whole day. There are also water activities for adults, for example, the Eight Tracks attraction. On the territory of the water park there are also souvenir shops, a cafe and a cozy restaurant.

The unique atmosphere of Lanzarote is radically different from the tropical paradise that reigns on other islands of the Canary archipelago. Its volcanic landscapes evoke strong associations of being on another planet or in a fantasy world inhabited by unknown inhabitants. And the majority Lanzarote attractions only enhance the initial impressions.
The most famous place on the island is Timanfaya - a national park that amazes tourists with lunar-Martian landscapes and an incredible number of volcanoes located in a small area. Few people will be indifferent to lunch in a restaurant above the crater of the volcano and the fire show put on for visitors. The legacy of long-standing eruptions are the inimitable galleries of the underground caves of Los Verdes and Jameos, the bizarre shapes of which frighten and fascinate. The skill of the legendary architect Cesar Manrique turned one of them into a unique natural-architectural complex with an artificial lagoon and an underground concert hall. No less interesting are the master’s other creations: the Mirador del Rio observation deck, a luxurious cactus garden and the architect’s former house, harmoniously integrated into the volcanic landscape.