Handcrafts, typical products… on this article you’ll find what things to buy in Lanzarote as souvenirs to remember your holidays in paradise or for your friends and family too. Keep reading!
What souvenir is worth buying in Lanzarote?
You can take home many products as souvenirs. Apart from typical things like t-shirts, postcards or magnets, I highly recommend you buying typical products like food, local art or things made by artisans to get unique and genuine souvenirs.
They are totally worth and this way you will be supporting locals on the island too. Find some ideas below!
Local art souvenirs from Lanzarote
- Canary knife.
- Hats.
- Jewellery made from olivine and lava of the island.
- Pottery handcrafts.
Food souvenirs from Lanzarote
- Wine: with the designation of origin. It’s the favourite souvenir from this island! Especially, volcanic Malvasia wine from La Geria. Don’t forget to visit a winery in Lanzarote.
- Local cheeses made from goat, cow or sheep milk or cheeses made from more than one type of milk.
- Mojo: bring home the famous spicy red or green sauce.
- Marmalade and jam.
- Honey.
- Gofio: corn flour typical from the Canary Islands.
- Biscuits.
- Salt.
Cosmetics products from Lanzarote
- Creams, gels and soaps made from Aloe Vera.
- Handmade wool soap.
- Handmade soaps made from grape seed oil.
Typical souvenirs
Apart from that, you can also buy the typical souvenirs when you travel to Lanzarote:
- Keyrings.
- Postcards.
- Fridge magnets.
- Fans.
- Pens.
- T-shirts.
- Bags.
- Caps.
- Mugs.
- Notebooks.
- Ornaments.
Where can you buy souvenirs in Lanzarote?
To get these food and local art souvenirs, the best places to go are the following:
- Local markets in Lanzarote: find several local markets around the island, including the largest in the Canaries in Villa de Teguise.
- Souvenir Shops: you’ll find them in the main tourist areas on the island like Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca or Arrecife. You can also find them in some other small villages.
Now you know the best typical products and souvenirs to buy on the island of Lanzarote.
You may also be interested in:
- Typical products and souvenirs to buy in the Canary Islands.
- Top must-see attractions in Lanzarote.
- Activities in Lanzarote.
- Best places to stay in Lanzarote.
- Lanzarote Travel Guide.