Things to do in Lanzarote

Lanzarote has a stunning diversity of things to do and see. The size of the island makes it easy to see and do lots of things even with a limited time schedule.

Hire cars are very reasonably priced and are the best way to see the island. Armed with the information here, or in the printed version of this website the ‘Lanzarote Guide Map’, plus your hire car you are ready to explore.

You can choose from visiting the houses and creations of Cesar Manrique. Visit castles used in harder times as protections against slavers, pirates and invasions. Take a look at some places of natural beauty. Search amongst the many markets for souvenirs, art and local produce. Try out some of the unique Lanzarote sports available.

Maybe spend the morning seeing places of interest, have a lovely traditional ‘tapas’ lunch then lounge away the afternoon on a secluded white sand beach. You could literally do this everyday in a different place without visiting the same location twice.

Lanzarote was created in a rare and unique manner and from its past there are plenty of unique things to see and do.

Make the most of your holiday in Lanzarote and take full advantage of this tourist guide, visit some of the amazing things there is on offer.

What you should do and see whilst on holiday in Lanzarote

Cesar Manrique’s work

The gifted and influential artist Cesar Manrique completely changed the course of Lanzarote. Not only did he augment many of the Lanzarote’s places of natural beauty but he also influenced local politicians to respect the islands history and character.
Below is a guide to the things and places created by Cesar Manrique

Cactus gardens

Located in Guatiza the cactus gardens feature thousands of cacti in a beatifully landscaped area.

Cesar Manrique Foundation

The Cesar Manrique Foundation is one of the main residences of where the islands most influential individual and talented artist lived.

Cesar Manrique house in Haria

Visit Cesar Manrique house in Haria that he rebuilt himself in 1986. See how he lived and relaxed.

Jameos del Agua

A Jameos is a lava tube with a collapsed roof. Jameos del Agua marks the final part of the longest lava tube in the world. Augmented by Cesar Manrique this is a must see part of Lanzarote. Auditoriums, lakes, pools and blind albino crabs make this a place not to forget.

Mirador del Rio

A mirador is a view point and Mirador del Rio is a view point on steroids. This Cesar Manrique built house is perched on the edge of a huge vertical cliff allowing spectacular views.

Monumento al Campesino

Located roughly at the centre of the island is the fascinating Cesar Manrique sculpture called the ‘Monumento al Campesino‘. The sculpture pays homage to the hard working Lanzarote farmers.

Places of Natural Beauty

The unique and rugged volcanic landscape of Lanzarote makes for some extraordinary places of natural beauty not be be missed. Here is our guide to some the the best and most beautiful places to visit in Lanzarote.

Cueva de los Verdes

Explore the lava flow created caves called ‘Cueva de los Verdes’ that end at ‘Jameos del Agua’. Guided tours take you around this spectacular volcanic rock cave system.

Green lagoon of El Golfo

The natural algae in the water creates the vivid colour of the Green Lagoon of El Golfo. Visit the lagoon then enjoy a great fish lunch at the nearby sea front town of El Golfo.

Los Hervidores

See the impressive raw power of the Atlantic waves as the crash against the rocks at Los Hervidores

Picnic area of Haria

Take a little time to find this off the beaten track picnic are of Haria. Located at the top of the El Risco cliffs above Famara the views are amazing. Facilities include swings, bbq areas, benches and those incredible views.

Best driving routes

Hire cars are very well priced in Lanzarote. If you have a car and want to explore read our guide to the best driving routes

Walks

Explore the beautiful parts of the island on foot and take this Charco del Palo to Arrieta coastline walk.

Talk a dramatic walk above Maguez on the cliff path to really get the blood flowing.

Get a first hand impression of how the island was created and go on a Volcano walk

Timanfaya National Park

The most recent eruptions in Lanzarote created the truly lunar landscape that is the Timanfaya National Park.

Castles in Lanzarote

When pirates and crusaders stopped in Lanzarote to take supplies and slaves the castles in Lanzarote played a vital role as places of shelter and hiding. Now these historically significant and beautiful structures can be visited and enjoyed by everyone.

Castillo de Santa Barbara

Located next to the old capital of Teguise is the Castillo de Santa Barbara. Used as a look out point and refuge against marauding slavers stopping off in Lanzarote on their way to the Americas.

Castillo de San Jose

The Castillo de San Jose was built to create work and defences in the aftermath of the famines created by the volcanic eruptions on 1730 in Lanzarote

Lanzarote Market guide

The Lanzarote markets take place almost everyday of the week. Read our market guide to find out all the information you need to visit the markets on the island and find some great memorabilia of your trip to Lanzarote

Lanzarote Sports

Amazing wind, waves, weather and roads enable a wide variety of Lanzarote sports. Sports you can learn and try in Lanzarote include the following –

Golfing in Lanzarote
Surf Lessons
Surfing
Wing Foiling
Kitesurfing
Windsurfing
Scuba diving
Cycling
Mountain biking
Enduro riding
Hang Gliding
Paragliding

See and do the things in Lanzarote that best suit you

Use this useful Lanzarote guide to things to do to make the very most of your time on the island. Due to the warm and dependable weather you can make everyday and great day whilst visiting the island.