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Best things to do on Lanzarote

Picture yourself hiking among volcanic cones, weaving your way through a lava-carved tunnel, wandering around palm trees and sipping wine in an ethereal vineyard. Well, away from the lovely coast, all of that and more besides beckon on a holiday to Lanzarote.

For spectacular scenery, head to Timanfaya National Park to explore its volcanic, Mars-like terrain on a bus tour along the Ruta de los Volcanes (guided treks on foot are also possible but less frequent).

The wine-growing region of La Geria can be found here, too. Take a walk around Bodega La Geria’s green vines – they’re set in lunar-looking black shallow holes – and then relax in the winery as you sip your way through its vino.

There’s also lots to see below the surface, including the Cueva de los Verdes, a 7km-long lava tube caused by an eruption, and Jameos del Agua, a cultural centre built into a volcanic cave by the late artist César Manrique.

Manrique’s unique contributions to Lanzarote can be found throughout the island and you can learn more about him at his former home, the Casa Museo de César Manrique in Haría, around a 15-minute drive away.

You’ll also be able to experience a greener side to Lanzarote here. The village’s nickname, after all, is the Valley of a Thousand Palms.

Best activities for families in Lanzarote

From kid-friendly beaches and awe-inspiring volcanic backdrops to underground wonders and all-inclusive resorts, family holidays to Lanzarote promise fun-filled days from sunrise to sunset.

Finding a beach to flop onto with the kids is easy in Lanzarote – the island has a ton of them. The most family-friendly options include the calm, shallow waters of Playa Flamingo and Playa Dorada, and the watersports of Las Cucharas and El Jablillo, where a breakwater keeps the waves at bay.

If you’re keen to stick to the aquatic theme, the island has its pick of waterparks to choose from. Young kids? AquaLava Waterpark in Playa Blanca is your best bet. A family of thrill seekers? Aquapark Costa Teguise has you covered.

Do your kids like their culture? If so, experiencing Manrique’s work will be a treat. In addition to Jameos del Agua and Casa Museo, you’ll want to tick off the Mirador del Río viewpoint, the Jardin de Cactus and the Fundación César Manrique.

The best day trips from Lanzarote

Though there is plenty to keep you busy on Lanzarote, one of the best things about the Canary Islands as a whole is the ability to go island hopping. It’s the easiest way of experiencing more of the archipelago on a single trip – and well worth it, too. Here’s where to go.

La Graciosa

To Lanzarote’s north lies the tiny island of La Graciosa, a largely untouched wonderland of natural beauty that feels a world away from Lanzarote (it has no paved roads as an example). Head here for quiet beach days, scenic hikes, picturesque bike rides, exceptional scuba dives and fresh seafood.

Return ferries with an average journey time of 25 minutes run regularly from Órzola in Lanzarote to Caleta de Sebo in La Graciosa.

Fuerteventura

To the south of Lanzarote, you’ll find buzzier Fuerteventura, the second biggest Canary Island after Tenerife. Enjoy a beach day here on Grandes Playas south of Corralejo, hike up Montaña Roja (Red Mountain) and look for marine fossils with the kids in the Ajuy Caves.

You can get a return ferry from several providers from Playa Blanca in Lanzarote to Corralejo in Fuerteventura throughout the day. The trip should take no longer than 30 minutes.