This old fishing town has become one of the favourite tourist destinations in Lanzarote. A seaside promenade, beaches, the marina, hotels, restaurants, a wide range of leisure activities… Find in this guide all things to see and do in Puerto del Carmen.
Things to do and visit in Puerto del Carmen
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Avenida de Las Playas
This 4-km-long avenue is, by far, the most lively place in Puerto del Carmen. Along Avenida de Las Playas, you’ll find a great variety of shops, restaurants, a seaside promenade with palm trees and wonderful beaches.
The Marina
This is a dock for yachts, small fishing boats and recreational crafts. Walk along the wooden walkways and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the place. Besides, the Marina is full of restaurants and cafés offering fresh fish and seafood.
Ferry Tickets Puerto del Carmen-Puerto Calero
Local Market in Puerto del Carmen
The square Plaza de Varadero de La Tiñosa, near the fishing port, turns into one of the most popular local markets in Lanzarote. More than a hundred stands where you can buy local products, like cheese, wine, fruit and handicrafts, and enjoy dance performances and Canarian folk music. Don’t miss it!
More information: markets in Lanzarote.
Beaches in Puerto del Carmen
Playa Grande
The ideal place to sunbathe in Puerto del Carmen is Playa Grande, a 1-km-long golden sand beach. Find here all you need for a relaxing day at the beach: enough space for your towels, hammocks, showers, calm waters, bars and restaurants. It’s also a great option if you’re looking for a beach for children in Lanzarote.
Los Pocillos
One of the best beaches in Puerto del Carmen is Los Pocillos. It’s about 1 km long and you can sunbathe peacefully by the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a family beach with play areas for children.
Another thing to do here is to enjoy watching aeroplanes closely as they start landing at Lanzarote Airport.
Playa Chica
This small beach shows a mix of white sand and volcanic stones. Playa Chica is one of the best places for snorkelling and diving thanks to its fauna and clear and transparent waters. Besides, you’ll find the main dive centres in the area.
Submarine
Dive into the Atlantic Ocean on the Yellow Submarine at Puerto Calero. Discover the flora, fauna and shipwrecks under the sea of Lanzarote.
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Rancho Texas Lanzarote
A unique zoo in Lanzarote where you can see exotic animals like white tigers, pumas, buffalos, Humboldt penguins or Komodo dragons. Besides, there are several shows, for example, with dolphins, macaws and cockatoos, birds of prey, sea lions and a cowboy show that will make you feel as if you were in a Western film.
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Water Activities
Enjoy a variety of water activities on the coast of Puerto del Carmen: jet skiing, parasailing, snorkelling, diving, paddle surfing, flyboarding, etc. Find more information about each activity, availability and price in the following guide:
Water Activities in Lanzarote
Ferry Ride to Puerto Calero
Visit Puerto Calero on a ferry ride from Puerto del Carmen. Restaurants, yachts and luxury boats… Don’t miss it!
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Boat Trips
Take a sailing boat or a small vessel to enjoy a fun day in the open sea with your family, friends or partner. Dolphin and whale watching, water activities in Papagayo, a romantic ride to watch the sunset, an excursion to Isla de Lobos... your holidays your choice!
Best Boat Trips in Lanzarote
Shopping
If you like shopping, there are several shopping areas in Puerto del Carmen. The most popular ones are Biosfera Shopping Centre, Avenida de Las Playas or the Local Market at Plaza Varadero on Friday.
Nightlife
Puerto del Carmen is one of the most lively areas for nightlife in Lanzarote. Find a wide variety of nightlife clubs with live music, pubs, discos and the Great Casino of Lanzarote. You can find most of them near Varadero and Avenida de Las Playas.
Hotels and Apartments in Puerto del Carmen
By far, Puerto del Carmen is one of the most popular places to stay in Lanzarote thanks to its great location for moving around the island and the leisure activities you can do here. You’ll find all types of accommodations: all-inclusive hotels, villas with private pools, family apartments… your holidays, your choice!
Best-rated Accommodations
- La Isla y El Mar Boutique Hotel
- Lani’s Suites de Luxe – Adults Only
- Lava Beach Hotel
- R2 Bahia Kontiki Apartments
- Aequora Lanzarote Suites Hotel
- Hyde Park Lane Apartments
Restaurants in Puerto del Carmen
Fresh fish, octopus, calamari, ‘papas arrugadas con mojo’ (boiled salt potatoes with a spicy sauce) and other local dishes. Eating is a treat, so why not treat yourself by having lunch or dinner by the sea? The best restaurants in Puerto del Carmen are around Varadero and Avenida de Las Playas. Choose the one you prefer and enjoy!
5 Recommendations: La Carmencita del Puerto, Restaurante La Cascada, La Lanterna, Lani’s Gourmet Restaurant and Lomo Alto.
More suggestions? Don’t miss our guide including the best places for lunch and dinner in Lanzarote.
How to get from Lanzarote Airport to Puerto del Carmen
To get to Puerto del Carmen from Lanzarote Airport, you may:
- Rent a car at the airport.
- Hire a private transfer to your accommodation.
- Take a taxi.
- Take bus.
More information: How to get to Puerto del Carmen from Lanzarote Airport.
Now you know all things you can see and do in Puerto del Carmen, one of the most lively tourist towns in Lanzarote.
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