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Holidays in Lanzarote

Holidays to Lanzarote serve up sun-drenched days on golden beaches, adventure-packed mornings exploring the reddish-orange lava fields of Timanfaya National Park and charming afternoons spent wandering around quirky works of art that blend into the landscape.

And anytime you like, too, with plenty of warm weather and sunshine on the island all year round. So, whether you’re planning a summer break, looking to escape the winter chill or find yourself experiencing a last-minute pang of wanderlust, Lanzarote is always ready and waiting.

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Good to know

Flight time

4 hrs 15 mins

(from London)

Currency

Euro (€)

Language

Spanish

Lanzarote’s best beaches

As one of the eight main Canary Islands off Africa’s northwestern coast, Lanzarote is naturally blessed with long, hot summers and short, mild winters. This is an island made for sun, sea and sand getaways.

The best beaches can be found in and around popular resorts on the eastern and southern coast of Lanzarote, from Costa Teguise and Los Pocillos to Puerto del Carmen and Playa Blanca. Playa del Reducto (a welcome city beach in the island’s capital) and El Risco (tranquil and typically tourist-free) are also well worth packing a beach bag for.

Las Cucharas

Las Cucharas is something of a haven for watersport enthusiasts. Especially windsurfers who visit for the increase in the winds each afternoon. The 650m-long white sand beach is also ideal for families with shops, sun beds, and calm waters to help you make a day of it.

Playa Grande

Playa Grande’s 1km stretch of golden-to-dark sand is as crowd-friendly and amenity-rich as beaches get on the island. Accordingly, it’s also one of Lanzarote’s busiest, so arrive early to secure your ideal spot. You’ll find showers, sunbeds,lifeguards and a large variety of restaurants and shops nearby.

Playa Flamingo

Playa Flamingo’s white sands and shallow waters make it particularly good for young families. There’s showers and sunbeds on the beach, and shops and cafes nearby making it a practical choice especially if you have young children. The beach also has easy ramp access for mobility scooter, pushchair and wheelchair use.

Caletón Blanco

For a slice of pure paradise, head to the fishing village of Órzola in the north. Here you’ll find Caletón Blanco’s white sands, crystal-clear waters and postcard-perfect views. As a bonus, it’s one of the more secluded spots of sand to unwind on in Lanzarote.

Playa del Papagayo

One of Lanzarote’s smallest beaches is also one of its most popular. Playa del Papagayo is a small, white-sand cove in the south of the island with calm, crystal-clear blue waters that are ideal for first-time snorkellers.

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.

Timanfaya National Park

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.

La Geria

The unique wine-growing region of La Geria is located close by. Take a walk around Bodega La Geria’s green vines – each is set in lunar-looking shallow holes in the black volcanic gravel to protect the grapes from the winds – and then relax in the winery as you sip your way through its vino.

Cueva de los Verdes

There’s also lots to see below the surface, including the Cueva de los Verdes, a 7km-long lava tube caused by an eruption 23,000 years ago. Explore almost 8km of tunnels, passages, vaults and interior lagoons.

Jameos del Agua

Located 10-minutes walk away and formed by the same lava tube, you’ll find Jameos del Agua, a cultural centre built into a volcanic cave by the late artist César Manrique. Opened in 1968 it contains a natural auditorium, pool, and restaurant.

Casa Museo de 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

Beyond the island’s kid-friendly beaches, Lanzarote’s awe-inspiring volcanic backdrops, underground wonders and all-inclusive resorts make family holidays to Lanzarote fun-filled from sunrise to sunset.

AquaLava Waterpark

The island has its pick of waterparks to choose from. Young kids? AquaLava Waterpark in Playa Blanca is your best bet. Located in the south of the island, its waters are heated with geothermal energy. There’s numerous slides, splashpools and a lazy river.

Aquapark Costa Teguise

A family of thrill seekers? Aquapark Costa Teguise, the largest waterpark in Lanzarote, has you covered. There’s 11 pools and 25 slides of varying steepness and speeds. For younger children, there’s a lagoon with slides too. Don’t want to drive? The park operates a bus service from Puerto del Carmen, Puerto Calero, and Playa Blanca for €7 per person.

Jardin de Cactus

Any budding botanists in the family? Head to the village of Guatiza, where you’ll find 4,500 specimens of 500 different cacti species, sourced from five continents and laid out across a landscape created by Manrique. With little shade, early mornings or late afternoons are a great time to visit.

Fundación César Manrique

Find out more about the man who shaped the island with his artistic vision. Manrique himself oversaw the conversion of his house into a museum shortly before his death. The collection features works from his private collection in a building constructed atop five volcanic bubbles.

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.

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Your Lanzarote questions answered

FAQs

When is the best time to visit Lanzarote?

There really isn’t a bad time to visit Lanzarote. With sunshine and warm weather year-round, the Canary Island is just as good a destination for a summer holiday as it is for a winter sun getaway.

The best time to visit for a budget break, however, is in either late spring or early autumn, outside of peak season.

How hot is Lanzarote during the summer?

The summer in Lanzarote can get very hot, with average highs in July and August close to 30C. It’s the best weather for laidback beach breaks.

The months of June and September are also very warm, with daily highs of around 26C and 28C respectively.

How long is the flight from the UK to Lanzarote?

A direct flight from the UK to Lanzarote takes around four hours and 15 minutes on average.

You can get flights to Lanzarote from most major airports in the UK, including London Gatwick, London Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool John Lennon, Leeds Bradford and East Midlands Airport.

Is Lanzarote expensive for a holiday?

A Lanzarote holiday can be excellent value. In fact, in 2025, the Post Office included it in its top 15 best-value holiday spots (https://www.postoffice.co.uk/travel-money/guides/holiday-money-report). If you compare and book cheap package deals in advance, travel outside of peak season and stick to a budget, the island can be very budget-friendly.

To save even more, make sure you take advantage of the many amazing free things to see and do on the island, too.

Which area of Lanzarote is best to stay in?

The best area of Lanzarote to stay in really depends on who you're travelling with and what you’re looking to do on your holiday.

If you’re after an all-inclusive break, head to Costa Teguise. If you’re with the family, pick Playa Blanca. For a lively, good all-rounder, Puerto del Carmen is your best bet.

Is Lanzarote good for family holidays?

Lanzarote is a fantastic destination for family holidays, whether you’re looking to travel in winter, spring, summer or autumn. Just be aware that temperatures can creep into the 30s in peak summer season so you may want to avoid this with smaller children.

With lots of kid-friendly beaches like Playa Flamingo, natural attractions like Timanfaya National Park and fun experiences at the likes of Aqualava Water Park, there’s always plenty to see and do.

What language is spoken in Lanzarote?

The language spoken on Lanzarote is Spanish with some local Canarian variations.

You’ll find that in most tourist areas, in bars, cafes, hotels and at major attractions, English is widely spoken. That said, it’s always worthwhile and polite to make an effort to use some basic Spanish in your interactions.

What currency is used in Lanzarote?

The official currency used in Lanzarote, a Spanish island, is the Euro. This applies to all of the Canary Islands.

You can use both credit and debit cards to make payments, though it’s always handy to have some cash on you just in case. To avoid having to pay international transaction fees, use a travel-specific card.