Top Things to do in Lanzarote
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Ahhh, Lanzarote: The Canary Island paradise where you can ride a camel into the sunset and then dine inside a candlelit cave. The rock formations of Los Hervideros will take your breath away, as will the views from the Mirador del Rio lookout point. Legend has it that locals would hide from pirates in the underground caverns of Cueva de los Verdes, which are now open to curious visitors. Above ground the Jardin de Cactus will teach you all about the spiny desert plants.
Restaurants in Lanzarote
1. Marina Rubicon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,340 reviews
Reviewed By jonomahony - Dublin, Ireland
This is a very modern Marina but it is very well laid out and well designed so it has a good deal of charm about it. Pleny and varied dining options, a little more upmarket than most other places in Playa Blanca. it has a nice arts and craft market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings
2. Montana Roja
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,709 reviews
Reviewed By 501suelyf - Dublin, Ireland
Montaña Roja was our favourite spot in our trip to Lanzarote. At the feet of our hotel, we climbed twice, both for sunrise and sunset, both worth the climb. It's an easy climb, everybody with a minimal effort can do it and it takes less than 30 minutes if you are a bit fit. You can park the car close to Montaña Baja and then find the trail at the feet of the mountain and start your way up. From up there you have amazing views of Playa Blanca and Fuerteventura just in front of you and also Papagayo Bay with its beautiful beaches. The crater is easily reachable and you can walk around it or go to the middle as well. Awesome for a quiet spot to see the beautiful sunrise or the amazing sunset. Its pretty windy up there, so bring a jacket if you plan to stay a bit longer. Totally worth the climb and the best part is that is for free and Mother Nature really rewards your efforts with tremendous views of the landscapes around the island! If you have an hour to spear, just go and enjoy!
3. Cabra Cabra Galeria De Arte
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Art Gallery in the historic centre of La Villa de Teguise. Original art works and prints by English artist and Lanzarote resident Dominic Murray.
4. El Charco de San Gines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 803 reviews
Reviewed By NickBird - Mansfield, United Kingdom
An excellent spot to sit in one of the many little bars and restaurants listening to the spanish music and watching the boats floating on the water. Try and catch it when the sun is low in the sky and the golden ripples are almost hypnotic (when you've had a beer or three). Lovely place to sit and relax.
5. Playa Grande
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,105 reviews
Reviewed By jeanetteh727
Large beach kept spotlessly clean. Easy access into the sea. Sunbeds at 12 euros for 2 and a brolly good value. Have a chat to maurice the beach guy friendly and entertaining takes pride in his work and makes sure everyone is comfortable. Few touts up and down but all jovial and not pushy
6. Playa Del Jablillo
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4.5 based on 728 reviews
Reviewed By sharonu936 - Newquay, United Kingdom
Lovely beach and wonderful for families, couples or singles. Sunbeds & parasols for hire if you want them. Man made lagoon which is safe for children to paddle and swimmers to really swim Lots of fish in the lagoon, which you can feed with bread - they are completely unafraid and come right up to you.. Great for snorkelling and lots of people learning to scuba dive here. Lifeguard on site and toilets and showers too.
7. Centro de Interpretacion de Mancha Blanca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Holidayslots - North Shields, United Kingdom
Visited this centre following tour of the National Park. Well worth a visit and timed to experience a simulated volcanic eruption. There is no charge for this centre which was a surprise to us. Will recommend to all.
8. Playa Chica
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4.5 based on 1,015 reviews
Reviewed By cooper34083 - Stockport, United Kingdom
Soft sand , clear water load of fish to see , perfect for snorkelling , can be a bit windy , sunbed just at top of beach
9. Playa Flamingo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 901 reviews
Reviewed By Xante - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Two man-made water breaks provide for a very calm and sheltered bay which make this beach very suitable for children. So suitable in fact that the resort directly behind the beach is the TUI Family Life Resort. As you can guess the beach is packed with families and children. If you are ok with this then you will have a great time. There are a good range of restaurants and cafes directly behind the beach on the Paseo Maritima which caters for everyones refreshment requirements. The promenade (Paseo Maritima) that backs onto the beach is very uneven and is in dire need of resurfacing. We saw a number of families with buggies having difficulty in manoevering across said surface.
10. Old Town Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,579 reviews
Like many places in Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen was originally a small fishing village, and the old harbour is still a delightful place to visit, boasting some excellent bars, restaurants and excursions running out of the harbour.
Reviewed By Grandmajacki - Lancashire, United Kingdom
Walked here most mornings from our apartments, it’s a lovely area with lots of restaurants and cafes. Nice to sit in the sun soaking up the atmosphere. Did a 2 hour boat trip from the harbour, 2 of the happiest English blokes owned the boat, and made it a lovely trip, probably the best we’ve been on! Enjoyed watching all the divers doing their thing! And feeding the fish in the harbour.
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