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Lanzarote offers up dozens of beaches and otherworldly volcanic scenery, not to mention international cuisine in all of the resorts. Seafood’s the real draw, so be prepared to dine like royalty before hitting local clubs, pubs and bars. It’s all go around here.
- London Stansted, Thu 30 Nov 2017
- 7 Nights, Half Board
- 2 Adults, 0 Children
Seaside Los Jameos Playa
Playa De Los Pocillos, Lanzarote
Our rating
Based on 3678 reviews
- Excellent cuisine
- Close to the beach
- Friendly service
- Wonderful spa
- London Stansted, Fri 12 Jan 2018
- 7 Nights, Half Board
- 3 Adults, 0 Children
THe Mirador Papagayo
Playa Blanca , Lanzarote
Our rating
Based on 2793 reviews
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Clifftop location
- Panoramic views
- Great sports facilities
- Wide range of bars
Language
Spanish
Currency
Euro
Time difference
GMT
Cost of a beer
around €2 a bottle
3 course meal
around €15
Flight times
4-5hrs
A volcanic island
The origins of Lanzarote are still on show, with dark mountain ranges and solid lava fields spanning the island. The dramatic volcanoes of Timanfaya National Park give way to sandy beaches around the edges. Calm waters, soft shores and superb weather make these parts popular with families and couples alike.
Modern resorts
From Costa Teguise in the north to Playa Blanca in the south, resort towns are centred on their strip of beach. Take your pick from lively water sports-based areas to quieter spots perfect for children. Up and down the island, there are secluded coves – you might be the only one there!
Grand architecture
All over, you’ll find Lanzarote dotted with César Manrique-designed attractions. There’s the Mirador del Rio lookout, plus his ultra-stylish house that’s been converted into a museum to honour the man himself. Various pieces of history and culture fill the streets, so check out what this easternmost Canarian island’s all about.
Costa Teguise
A beautiful town square and some glittering beaches on the doorstep make this small town a family favourite in lush Lanzarote.
Playa Blanca
Literally meaning ‘white beach’, you’re in for a sun-kissed getaway here. With its pristine, soft-textured beaches, yachting marina and immaculate villas, Playa Blanca is a tourist magnet that’s retained its village charm.
Puerto Del Carmen
Colourful umbrellas and eager sun-tanners flock to the sands of this resort.
Beaches
Lanzarote is flush with beaches, from the clear waters of the seaside spots in the north, to the serene bronze stretches on the southern tip of the island. Resort towns all boast their own beaches. If you’re after the best waves on the island, head to the north-west.
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Famara Beach
Lanzarote
Las Colorados
Playa Blanca , Lanzarote
Sights
Take a tour of the world-famous volcanoes at Timanfaya National Park. A bus through the Mars-like terrain takes you along the craters’ edges. Look across the island of La Graciosa from the vast lookout point, or drive up the verdant valleys to get a feel for rural life in Lanzarote.
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Castillo de las Coloradas
Playa Blanca , Lanzarote
Castillo de San Gabriel
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Activities
See the work of the island’s most famous artist, César Manrique, and other various museums and galleries of pure inspiration scattered all around. For something a little livelier, head to Costa Teguise – there’s a waterpark on the outskirts of town, plus windsurfing, snorkelling and diving at the beach.
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Aquapark Costa Teguise
Costa Teguise, Lanzarote
Barco Tellamon encallado
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Eating and drinking
Try out Canarian cuisine at authentic local restaurants, both in rural towns and resort hotspots. Seafood is often on the menu, as well as staples like papas arrugadas with mojo sauce. Otherwise you’ve got a choice of international cuisine, plus home favourites served in Brit bars around the island.
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Avenida de las Playas
Puerto Del Carmen, Lanzarote
El Charco de San Gines
Arrecife, Lanzarote
Shopping
Make your way to the capital, Arrecife, for full-throttle high-street shopping. There are pedestrian-only streets fully lined with boutiques, tech stores and duty-free shops. You can fill your suitcases with household brands like Zara, Bershka and Timberland too, so make sure you set aside some time at the mall.
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A great weekly market
Puerto Del Carmen, Lanzarote
Biosfera Plaza Shopping Centre
Puerto Del Carmen, Lanzarote
Nightlife
Whether you’re after a quiet drink or clubbing till dawn, Lanzarote has got you covered. Puerto del Carmen is the nightlife centre, with a main strip boasting family-friendly bars plus bass-filled clubs. But across the smaller resorts, you can keep things simple with a couple of cold ones in the pubs.
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A few low-key bars
Playa De Los Pocillos, Lanzarote
A night out around Marina Rubicon
Playa Blanca , Lanzarote
