Sample the wines in Geria: Geria is Lanzarote's wine country, awash with bodegas (wineries) that produce some seriously good whites, reds and rosés. Make sure you're not the one driving and spend an afternoon hopping from one bodega to the next. Don't forget to pick up a bottle or…
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Lanzarote Attractions
La Graciosa -- When in Rome . . . Let's just say that the locals are all too familiar of the charms neighboring La Graciosa has to offer, and if you want to avoid mass tourism of any kind, look no further. In fact, if you want to avoid everything altogether, because aside from the naturist or two, or one of the 500 inhabitants, you won't find much on this tiny island of 10 square miles. A pretty bumpy, but very short, boat ride from Orzola will leave you to explore the island's main village, Caleta del Sebo, and La Graciosa's sublime beaches.
Punta del Papagayo -- Widely regarded as some of the most beautiful natural beaches in the whole of the Canaries, the Punta del Papagayo is a series of six beaches, all boasting clear waters, golden sand and stunning views of Fuerteventura. The largest and busiest is Playa de las Mujeres. Very popular with surfers and snorkelers these blissfully secluded bays are also popular with naturists. Don't expect the usual string of beachside restaurants and shops -- take everything you need with you.
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Cuevas de los Verdes
The Cueva de los Verdes is a spectacular network of underground grottos, formed thousands of years ago by a series of eruptions. Around 1m (1.5km) of this passageway winds past lava channels, a natural auditorium, salt deposits, solidified lava and rock strata. The caves also offer… - Natural Attraction
Jameos del Agua
Described by Hollywood legend Rita Heyworth as "the eighth wonder of the world," the Jameos del Agua forms part of the same cave system as Cueva de los Verdes. In this case it was Lanzarote -born architect César Manrique who worked his magic, turning Jameos del Agua into an… - Park/Garden
Jardin de Cactus (Cactus Garden)
Created by local architect César Manrique with the aim of revamping Guatiza's old quarry, this top visitor attraction boasts over 1,000 species of the spiky plant. Beautifully presented on circular terraces, some of these remarkable plants climb, some flower, some grow huge and some… - Landmark
Lagomar
Home of the former Hollywood A-lister, Omar Sharif, Lagomar is like something out of a '70s Bond movie. Set in the cliffs above the small whitewashed town of Oasis de Nazaret, Lagomar is a complex of buildings carved directly into the island's famous volcanic rock commanding… - Landmark
Mirador del Rio
Perched 475 meters above sea level on the Famara cliffs, this viewpoint offers stunning views of the entire Chinijo Archipelago nature reserve. It was originally a strategically placed artillery base used during the 1898 war against America. Designed by local artist César Manrique,… - Natural Attraction
Parque Nacional Timanfaya
Once verdant agricultural land, the National Park of Timanfaya is now a barren series of volcanic lava fields thanks to devastating volcanic eruptions in 1730 and 1824 that laid waste to the area. Declared a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 1993, the lunar landscape is popular with… - Cooking Class
Rancho Texas Park
Ideal for a day out with the kids -- or kids at heart. Packed with things to do, visitors can explore the Indian Village, where little visitors can paddle canoes and play inside the teepees; the Medicine Man Cave; the Goldmine, where you can try your luck at finding treasure and… - Natural Attraction
Timanfaya National Park
As Spain's third most visited national park, and Lanzarote's number one attraction, the awe-inspiring Timanfaya is quite simply like nothing on earth, a legacy of the longest volcanic eruption on the planet. Most visitors leave their cars and tour the park via a 45-minute bus ride,…
Lanzarote Shopping
Lanzarote isn't in the same league as some of its Canarian counterparts when it comes to well-known chains or variety of shops, in fact shopping on the island is a pretty limited affair. That said there are a couple of good shopping centers offering well-known brands and several local markets that draw thousands of eager shoppers every week.
Lanzarote Nightlife
If you're looking to party, Puerto del Carmen is the place to be. With more bars than you can shake a cocktail stick at, all neatly packed together, it's the stuff of dreams for those wanting to dance the night away on predominantly cheap booze, although there are also quieter, more stylish bars too. The central section of the Avenida de la Playas is the focal point for after-dark activity. Nightlife in both Costa Teguise and Playa Blanca is much more low-key, and venues are more spread out, rather than concentrated in one area, but there's still something to suit every taste.
