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Lanzarote tours from Playa Blanca

Lanzarote Highlights: Timanfaya National Park, the Green Cave and Jameos del Agua

Discover the three greatest treasures that the island possesses.

Free cancellation : up to 24 hours in advance.

Duration: 9 hours.

Tour days: From Monday till Friday.

Pick up areas: Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise, Puerto Calero and Arrecife.

Grand tour to Timanfaya National Park, Green Lagoon, Jameos del Agua and la Geria

Tour almost the entire island and discover its most striking charms. The most complete route for many of our clients.

Duration: 10 hours.

Tour days: From Monday till Saturday.

South Tour: Timanfaya National Park, Los Hervideros, la Geria, the Green Lagoon and the Salinas

Discover the most emblematic places in the south of the Island. 

Duration: 9 hours

Tour days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Pick up areas: Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise, Puerto Calero and Arrecife

Fuerteventura day trip from Lanzarote

Discover dreamlike beaches, towns teeming with history and some unique and healthy cuisine.

Tour days: Monday (except for Playa Blanca clients), Wednesday and Friday.

Pick up areas:  Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise, Puerto Calero and Arrecife

Tour to the Timanfaya National Park - morning tour - Camel ride optional

Visit Timanfaya in a single morning, in the free time you usually have between breakfast and lunch.

Duration: 4 hours.

Tour days: Monday, Tuesday,  Wedenesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Jameos del Agua and the Green Caves morning tour

Discover two of the main attractions of the island in a single morning.

Duration: 5 hours.

Tour days: Monday and Friday.

Sunset and dolphins cruise

Enjoy a boat tour to see the sunset and some dolphins.

Duration: 2,5 hours.

Tour days: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

Harbor of Departure: : Muelle de Puerto del Carmen.

Pick up areas : Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, Puerto Calero and Arrecife.

Yellow Submarine tour

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime underwater adventure with the Yellow Submarine in Lanzarote

Duration: 1 hour.

Tour days: from Monday till Saturday.

Harbor of Departure: Puerto Calero pier.

Pick up areas: Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise.

La Graciosa catamaran trip

Enjoy a fun and relaxing day on the nearby La Graciosa Island. This experience will undoubtedly be one of the most endearing memories of your holidays in Lanzarote.

Duration: 5,5 hours

Harbor of Departure: Puerto de Orzola pier.

La Graciosa boat trip - 5,5 hours

Visit the La Graciosa Island, the eighth island of the Canary Islands, and enjoy 2 pleasant boat trips on an unforgettable day.

Duration: 5 hours

Pick up areas : Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, Puerto Calero and Arrecife

Hiking guided trails

Discover the most spectacular landscapes of Lanzarote on a hiking tour.

Duration: 3-3,5 hours

Day tours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Pick up areas : Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca, Puerto Calero and Arrecife.

70% offroad two-seater Buggy tour

Enjoy an unforgettable experience on our buggy tour in Lanzarote and discover some of the most spectacular sites on the island.

Duration: 2 or 3 hours.

Day tours:: from Monday till Sunday.

Pick up areas : Playa Blanca, Puerto Calero, Arrecife, Puerto del Carmen y Costa Teguise.

Private excursions

Size of the group: minimum 30 people.

Duration: Upon request.

Tour days: Upon request.

Jet ski safaris in Lanzarote

Discover the various jet ski tour options and book one of the best-rated activities in Lanzarote.

Free cancellation : up to 72 hours in advance.

Duration: 20, 40, 60 and 120 minute tours.

Tours days: Monday till Sunday.

Kayaking tours

Enjoy the best kayaking tours in Lanzarote.

Duration: 3 hours.

Meeting point : The Mirador Papagayo hotel in Playa Blanca.

Sunset catamaran cruise

Enjoy one of the most relaxing moments of your holidays in Lanzarote on this catamaran trip to see dolphins and watch the sunset.

Duration: 2 hours.

Tour days: Tuesday. Thursday and Saturday.

Harbor of Departure: Puerto del Carmen marina.

Jet ski tour to Papagayo Beach from Playa Blanca

Enjoy riding a jet ski through southern Lanzarote in what we hope will be the most exciting 40 minutes of your holidays on the island.

Duration: 40 minutes.

Point of departure : Marina Rubicon pier in Playa Blanca.

Rancho Texas - Zoo and water park

Enjoy a day at Rancho Texas, a large theme park where you can enjoy a zoo with animal shows as well as a small water park with a pool and some slides.

Papagayo boat trip

Enjoy one of the funniest moments of your visit to Lanzarote in the boat trip that will take us from Puerto Calero to Playa de Papagayo, the most beautiful of the island.

Duration: 4 hours

Tour days: see in tour information.

Departure from: Puerto Calero pier.

Pick up areas: Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen.

Treasures of the North and Cesar Manrique´s legacy

Excursion to the essential places in northern Lanzarote

Duration: 9-10 hours

Tour days: Mondays.

Jeep Safari to Timanfaya National Park, Green Lagoon, Los Hervideros, Papagayos Beach, …..

A Jeep excursion in Lanzarote is the best way to get to know the unique landscapes of the island.

Free cancellation : up to 36 hours in advance.

Days of the tour: Monday.

Duration: 7 hours.

César Manrique Tour: Cactus Garden, Mirador del Rio, Cesar Manrique Foundation and Jameos del Agua or Cueva de los verdes

Visit the heritage of the most important artist of the Canary Island.

Tour days: Wednesday.

Day trips and tours from Playa Blanca in Lanzarote

Do not miss the best excursions in Playa Blanca during your holidays in Lanzarote! At OkLanzarote we offer you a wide range of guided excursions so that you can get to know the most emblematic places on the island. Enjoy the volcano excursions and discover the different tours to Timanfaya National Park , known as the Fire Mountains, the most impressive place in the Canary Islands.

On our excursions you will also be able to get to know Los Jameos del Agua, enter the Cueva de los Verdes, contemplate Laguna Verde and visit the rest of the great attractions of the island. In addition, you will be able to observe some of the most beautiful landscapes of Lanzarote on the hiking trails that we propose.

If you want to visit other islands from Playa Blanca, you can choose between the Playa Blanca to Fuerteventura tour , a   trip to La Graciosa  or the boat trip to Lobos Island .

Enjoy the different boat trips in Playa Blanca , including an exciting submarine dive or excursions to watch dolphins .

If you are in the island with kids, please check all the Lanzarote family tours .

And if you are an adrenaline lover, we suggest our exciting buggy excursions and jet ski hire in Playa Blanca , the most exciting and fun waters sports to do in Lanzarote.

In a few words, at OkLanzarote we offer you a wide portfolio of excursions so that you can enjoy the island and some of the best things to do in Playa Blanca .

THE 5 BEST Day Trips from Playa Blanca

Day trips from playa blanca.

• Playa Blanca to Isla de Graciosa
• Playa Blanca to Orzola
• Playa Blanca to Playa Blanca
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour

2. South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria

3. Coast 2 Coast

4. Private Luxury Full Day Tour of South of Lanzarote: Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up

5. Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island

Keep the fun going with other experiences in the area.

Lanzarote Volcano and Wine Region Tour from Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura: Discover the island on a Guided TOUR.

Lanzarote Grand Tour

Excursion to Ajuy Caves with a secret Las Penitas canyon Hike

Vineyards of La Geria hiking tour

Lanzarote: La Graciosa island cruise with lunch and water activities

Fuerteventura: PANORAMA island GRAND tour.

Lanzarote Highlights. Private Tour with Pickup (price per vehicle, not p.p.)

Cesar Manrique Artworks Jameos and Cuevas

Lanzarote South Tour

Explore magical Fuerteventura with our guided Private Tour

Fuerteventura: All the sightseeing highlights of the island.

Grand Tour to Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua for cruise passengers

Tour to Timanfaya, La Geria and Laguna Verde for cruise passengers

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique

Fuerteventura Tour

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique with Green Caves or Jameos del Agua Entrance

Day Sail to La Graciosa

Delights of Northern Lanzarote

Fat Electric Bike Advanced Tour Corralejo 5 Hours

THREE ISLANDS: Fuerteventura, Isla de Lobos, Lanzarote, Playas de Papagayo

Walking Tour through La Corona Volcano and Famara Cliff

Arrecife Shore Excursion: Small Group La Corona and the Famous Famara Cliffs

Private Catamaran trips to Lobos Island in Lagoon 400

What travellers are saying.

• Day trip to Fuerteventura from Lanzarote
• Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour
• Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island
• South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria
• Coast 2 Coast
• F40LANZAROTE
• Daiza Charter

THE 5 BEST Day Trips from Playa Blanca

Day trips from playa blanca.

• Playa Blanca to Isla de Graciosa
• Playa Blanca to Orzola
• Playa Blanca to Playa Blanca
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour

2. South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria

3. Coast 2 Coast

4. Private Luxury Full Day Tour of South of Lanzarote: Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up

5. Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island

Keep the fun going with other experiences in the area.

Lanzarote Volcano and Wine Region Tour from Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura: Discover the island on a Guided TOUR.

Lanzarote Grand Tour

Excursion to Ajuy Caves with a secret Las Penitas canyon Hike

Vineyards of La Geria hiking tour

Lanzarote: La Graciosa island cruise with lunch and water activities

Fuerteventura: PANORAMA island GRAND tour.

Lanzarote Highlights. Private Tour with Pickup (price per vehicle, not p.p.)

Cesar Manrique Artworks Jameos and Cuevas

Lanzarote South Tour

Explore magical Fuerteventura with our guided Private Tour

Fuerteventura: All the sightseeing highlights of the island.

Grand Tour to Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua for cruise passengers

Tour to Timanfaya, La Geria and Laguna Verde for cruise passengers

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique

Fuerteventura Tour

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique with Green Caves or Jameos del Agua Entrance

Day Sail to La Graciosa

Delights of Northern Lanzarote

Fat Electric Bike Advanced Tour Corralejo 5 Hours

THREE ISLANDS: Fuerteventura, Isla de Lobos, Lanzarote, Playas de Papagayo

Walking Tour through La Corona Volcano and Famara Cliff

Arrecife Shore Excursion: Small Group La Corona and the Famous Famara Cliffs

Private Catamaran trips to Lobos Island in Lagoon 400

What travellers are saying.

• Day trip to Fuerteventura from Lanzarote
• Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour
• Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island
• South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria
• Coast 2 Coast
• F40LANZAROTE
• Daiza Charter

THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Playa Blanca

Things to do in playa blanca, explore popular experiences, ways to tour playa blanca.

• Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour

Kayak & Snorkelling in Papagayo

Catamaran F40 Lanzarote sailing

• South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria

Private Luxury Full Day Tour of South of Lanzarote: Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up

Guided Snorkel Experience

Lanzarote: Private island Grand Tour

Museo Atlantico for non-certified divers

• Coast 2 Coast

Discover Scuba Diving

Top Attractions in Playa Blanca

Other Top Attractions around Playa Blanca

Private Sightseeing Tours

Ports of call tours.

Water Sports

Tours & sightseeing.

Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

What travellers are saying

• Marina Rubicon
• Montaña Roja
• Playa Dorada Beach
• Playa Blanca
• Playa Flamingo
• Day trip to Fuerteventura from Lanzarote
• Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island
• Pura Vida Diving
• Lanzarote Non Stop Divers
• Dawn Dives Academy Lanzarote
• Windblue Sports
• The Spoon In Concrete

THE 5 BEST Day Trips from Playa Blanca

Day trips from playa blanca.

• Playa Blanca to Isla de Graciosa
• Playa Blanca to Orzola
• Playa Blanca to Playa Blanca
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour

2. South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria

3. Coast 2 Coast

4. Private Luxury Full Day Tour of South of Lanzarote: Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up

5. Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island

Keep the fun going with other experiences in the area.

Lanzarote Volcano and Wine Region Tour from Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura: Discover the island on a Guided TOUR.

Lanzarote Grand Tour

Excursion to Ajuy Caves with a secret Las Penitas canyon Hike

Vineyards of La Geria hiking tour

Lanzarote: La Graciosa island cruise with lunch and water activities

Fuerteventura: PANORAMA island GRAND tour.

Lanzarote Highlights. Private Tour with Pickup (price per vehicle, not p.p.)

Cesar Manrique Artworks Jameos and Cuevas

Lanzarote South Tour

Explore magical Fuerteventura with our guided Private Tour

Fuerteventura: All the sightseeing highlights of the island.

Grand Tour to Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua for cruise passengers

Tour to Timanfaya, La Geria and Laguna Verde for cruise passengers

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique

Fuerteventura Tour

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique with Green Caves or Jameos del Agua Entrance

Day Sail to La Graciosa

Delights of Northern Lanzarote

Fat Electric Bike Advanced Tour Corralejo 5 Hours

THREE ISLANDS: Fuerteventura, Isla de Lobos, Lanzarote, Playas de Papagayo

Walking Tour through La Corona Volcano and Famara Cliff

Arrecife Shore Excursion: Small Group La Corona and the Famous Famara Cliffs

Private Catamaran trips to Lobos Island in Lagoon 400

What travellers are saying.

• Day trip to Fuerteventura from Lanzarote
• Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour
• Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island
• South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria
• Coast 2 Coast
• F40LANZAROTE
• Daiza Charter

Top Playa Blanca Day Trips

Day trips from playa blanca.

• Playa Blanca to Isla de Graciosa
• Playa Blanca to Orzola
• Playa Blanca to Playa Blanca
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour

2. South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria

3. Coast 2 Coast

4. Private Luxury Full Day Tour of South of Lanzarote: Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up

5. Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island

Keep the fun going with other experiences in the area.

Lanzarote Volcano and Wine Region Tour from Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura: Discover the island on a Guided TOUR.

Lanzarote Grand Tour

Excursion to Ajuy Caves with a secret Las Penitas canyon Hike

Vineyards of La Geria hiking tour

Lanzarote: La Graciosa island cruise with lunch and water activities

Fuerteventura: PANORAMA island GRAND tour.

Lanzarote Highlights. Private Tour with Pickup (price per vehicle, not p.p.)

Cesar Manrique Artworks Jameos and Cuevas

Lanzarote South Tour

Explore magical Fuerteventura with our guided Private Tour

Fuerteventura: All the sightseeing highlights of the island.

Grand Tour to Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua for cruise passengers

Tour to Timanfaya, La Geria and Laguna Verde for cruise passengers

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique

Fuerteventura Tour

Lanzarote Cesar Manrique with Green Caves or Jameos del Agua Entrance

Day Sail to La Graciosa

Delights of Northern Lanzarote

Fat Electric Bike Advanced Tour Corralejo 5 Hours

THREE ISLANDS: Fuerteventura, Isla de Lobos, Lanzarote, Playas de Papagayo

Walking Tour through La Corona Volcano and Famara Cliff

Arrecife Shore Excursion: Small Group La Corona and the Famous Famara Cliffs

Private Catamaran trips to Lobos Island in Lagoon 400

What travellers are saying.

• Day trip to Fuerteventura from Lanzarote
• Teguise Market and La Graciosa Island Tour
• Customized Private Tours of Lanzarote island
• South Route Natural pools, Las Salinas and La Geria
• Coast 2 Coast
• F40LANZAROTE
• Daiza Charter

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18 Best Things To Do in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote

Playa Blanca is the southernmost resort in Lanzarote and it has grown quite a bit in the last few years, from the sleepy fishing village it once was. If you're planning to spend your holiday in Playa Blanca, you may be wondering what there is to do in the resort and what can you expect in terms of hotels, beaches, restaurants and entertainment. 

1. Spend your day sunbathing on Playa Blanca beach

2. playa dorada , 3. playa flamingo, 4. take long walks on avenida maritima, 5. playa de montana roja, 6. playa blanca market, 7. papagayo beaches, 8. catamaran cruise to papagayo beaches, 9. aqualava water park - great day out for kids, 10. marina rubicon, 11. take the ferry to corralejo, fuerteventura, 12. boat trip to los lobos, 13. find the spoon in concrete, 14. los charcones, 15. los hervideros, 16. wine tasting in la geria, 17. events in playa blanca, 18. atlantico museum.

Playa Blanca is quieter compared to Puerto del Carmen and even Costa Teguise, but it's an ideal place for a family holiday in Lanzarote. Here you have great beaches within walking distance, nice restaurants, a water park for kids and lots of opportunities for boat trips directly from Marina Rubicon.

The resort of Playa Blanca has not one, but 3 beaches in total, all great for swimming and spending the day in the sun.

Playa Blanca beach, named just like the resort, is right in the center of town, close to all the bars and restaurants, so it's obviously very popular and gets busy quickly.

On Playa Blanca beach you will find all the normal amenities of an urban beach: sunbeds (around 10 Euros for 2 sunbeds for the day), shower and foot showers, toilets and a lifeguard on site. 

Playa Blanca beach, also known as the White Beach, has been awarded the Blue Flag distinction and it's a really nice and clean beach, although a bit small compared to its big popularity.

Playa Dorada is a golden sand beach, staying true to its name which translates to Golden beach. This beach is located close to Marina Rubicon.

Playa Dorada beach is a wide and spacious beach, with plenty of sunbeds and the water is clear and calm, ideal for swimming and safe for children. 

Close to Playa Dorada you have 2 options for great hotels in Playa Blanca:

• Dreams Lanzarote Playa Dorada Resort & Spa (4 star hotel)
• Boutique Hotel H10 White Suites - Adults Only (4 star hotel)

Playa Flamingo may well be the prettiest of all 3 beaches, but this is a personal opinion and you should explore all of them in order to make up your mind.

Playa Flamingo is further from the heart of the resort, but you still get restaurants and small shops to find something to eat and drink during the day.

This beach has all the amenities you would expect, from sunbeds to toilets and showers. It is a safe beach for children, with turquoise water, very calm and with no big waves or currents.

You have 2 great hotels close to Playa Flamingo Beach:

• Iberostar Selection Lanzarote Park (5 star hotel)
• Relaxia Lanzasur Club + Aqualava (4 star hotel)

One of the best activities in Playa Blanca is to take long walks along the coastline on the Paseo Maritimo, admiring the great ocean view. You could even walk all the way from Playa Flamingo to Playa de Montana Roja.

One of the best things to do in Playa Blanca (and Lanzarote in general) is to explore the area on foot, as the coast offers so many breathtaking views and it's also a good option for overcast days when it's not possible to sunbathe.

This beach is further away from the center of the resort, so it's less popular and less crowded than the other 3 beaches mentioned before. This beach is great for people looking for a rather quiet place in Lanzarote, which is still part of a resort, so you do have quick access to restaurants and bars. 

In fact, there are some good hotels close to the beach and a lot of private villas as well:

• H10 Rubicón Palace (5 stars)
• Hotel SBH Royal Mónica (4 stars)

Playa Blanca Market happens twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Although not as large and busy as the market in Teguise, this event attracts people from other neighboring resorts such as Puerto del Carmen.

One or two hours is more than enough to see all that it's on for trade, but then you can spend another hour or so drinking a coffee while taking a break from all the souvenir shopping.

Playas de Papagayo may well be the best beaches in Lanzarote and a visit there is a MUST while in Lanzarote, especially if you are staying in Playa Blanca.

You can even walk from Playa Blanca to Papagayo beaches, but we wouldn't recommend it, especially if you've got children with you. There's nowhere to hide from the sun on the way and by the time you get there, you will most likely be very tired.

By car, it's just 10 minutes away and there you have a set of 5 amazing beaches, ideal for swimming. Just bring your own water and snacks with you, as there are no shops inside the natural park, but there is a restaurant overlooking the Papagayo beach, which has really beautiful views. 

We absolutely recommend a visit to Papagayo beach, especially if you're staying in Playa Blanca, which is the closest resort. It's the best day trip from Playa Blanca if you wish to see picture-perfect beaches, with mesmerizing turquoise water.

If you don't have a car rental and you don't feel tempted on walking that much either, the boat trip to Papagayo beaches may be exactly what you need.

So why not take a cruise to the Papagayo Beaches on a sailing catamaran? You will enjoy a free lunch, an unlimited bar and watersports activities. All equipment is provided.

• Pickup included
• Duration 4 hours
• Lunch on board
• Unlimited draft beer, sangria, soft drinks and water
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

If you're looking for things to do in Lanzarote with kids, then a day out at the waterpark may be exactly what you need.

The park is not large, but it has enough slides and attractions to keep most kids happy.

• Includes All-access tickets, Sunbeds, Umbrellas
• Recommended for families with kids
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts

One of the best things to do in Playa Blanca is to just walk and take in the landscapes, the lovely weather and pleasant temperatures.

Marina Rubicon is just 15-20 minutes away from the town center and it's the place from where all the boat trips leave, either for snorkeling trips, or to go to Papagayo Playas, Fuerteventura or Los Lobos island.

You will find some nice cafes and restaurants to try out after looking at the boats and it's a nice walk to do in the mornings, before the sun starts to really burn, especially during the summer months.

While in Lanzarote, why not explore a bit of the sister island Fuerteventura, especially since the two of them are so close to one another?

The trip on the ferry between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura takes around 45 minutes to one hour and you will soon arrive in Corralejo, the most popular resort in Fuerteventura.

There you can have an entire day to explore the town, so read our list of things to do in Corralejo . You can also take a short taxi trip to Corralejo Natural Park and explore the dunes and the endless beaches - Oliva beach and Flag beach, some of the most popular and best beaches in Fuerteventura.

• Transport to the ferry and back to the pickup point
• Roundtrip ferry ticket & 5 hours of free time

If you want to explore one of the smaller islands close to Lanzarote, then Los Lobos is the closest and the ships leave right from Marina Rubicon.

You can opt for a full day with a guide, where you will explore the small island and swim in the most pristine waters. The island of Los Lobos is not inhabited, so you will see a truly untouched landscape, with no asphalt roads or houses, just nature and small beaches, ideal for relaxation.

• Duration 5 hours
• Picnic lunch and drinks

This is somewhat of an unusual attraction in Playa Blanca and it's more of a wild hunt started from holiday forums on Facebook. 

There is a certain spoon stuck in concrete somewhere in Playa Blanca and people are walking about looking at the pavement trying to find it. It's sort of a challenge!

So if you see people looking down at their feet while walking along the promenade... now you know why. And maybe who knows... you will even find yourself! If you do, take a photo of it and post it on your dedicated Lanzarote Forum group on Facebook (you will find the link in the blue box below the article).

This is a set of natural pools close to Playa Blanca, where you can go swimming and snorkeling.

However, you need to be careful as the landscape is rocky and not friendly for small children. Also, be careful at the tide level and the state of the ocean when you go there, because it's not advisable to get in the water when the ocean is rough and there are big waves. Otherwise, the landscape is nice and provides a pleasant walk on an exploration day.

Less than 15 km from Playa Blanca you can find one of the most incredible place to see in Lanzarote: Los Hervideros .

Go there to see the force of the ocean and take your time to admire the landscape, while you get to see another side of Lanzarote.

The protected landscape of La Geria is only a short distance away from Playa Blanca, less than 30 minutes by car and it's the place to visit if you want to sample wine that is locally produced in Lanzarote.

You can see for yourself how grapevine is cultivated in Lanzarote and you can taste several types of wines at the popular bodegas like Bodega La Geria or Bodega Rubicon. 

Visiting La Geria is one of the easiest short trips you can do from Playa Blanca, as it's so easy and fast to get here.

There are lots of things happening in Playa Blanca, from the annual carnival in February or March, to the cheese festival and also other types of concerts and events.

These provide a nice way to pass the time and it's a great way to know more about local life and their culture and traditions.

Playa Blanca is a great resort in Lanzarote, ideal for couples and families with kids, but maybe not so suited for people who want to party all night long. 

UPDATE: Officially, the Atlantico Museum is closed and some of the statues have been removed by the authorities, while this action has been condemned by diving schools in Playa Blanca.

This may not be everyone's cup of tea, but Atlantico Museum is a unique attraction in Europe and situated right off the coast of Playa Blanca.

You can go underwater to see the beautiful statues, that have started to attract marine life and in doing so they've revived the ecosystem around this part of Lanzarote. If you like diving, don't miss this experience in Playa Blanca!

• Best apartments in Lanzarote: Apartamentos Fariones (Puerto del Carmen) • Apartamentos El Guarapo (Costa Teguise) 
• Popular hotels in Lanzarote: Barceló Teguise Beach - Adults Only  4* (Costa Teguise) • Hyde Park Lane 3* (Puerto del Carmen)
• Luxury 5* hotel in Lanzarote: Iberostar Selection Lanzarote Park (Playa Blanca) • Arrecife Gran Hotel & Spa (Arrecife)
• See our dedicated guide for the best places to stay in Lanzarote .
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FAQ about coming on holiday to Playa Blanca, Lanzarote

Playa Blanca is one of the three main tourist destinations in Lanzarote, so yes, it is touristy and it has many many great beaches, hotels, as well as restaurants and bars.

Yes, you can definitely swim in Playa Blanca. The beaches are usually safe and are protected from big waves, so it's a great place to swim.

Playa Blanca is a quiet resort compared to Puerto del Carmen, but it has plenty of bars and restaurants where you can enjoy an evening drink with beautiful views of the sunset or the marina, which is the nicest area for a night out in our opinion.

No, Playa Blanca is not usually windy. Actually, Playa Blanca is the least windy resort in Lanzarote, so it is a great destination for a beach holiday if you want o be sheltered from wind.

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Self-drive day trips in Lanzarote

Lanzarote is an extraordinary island off the coast of Morocco. One of the Canary Islands archipelago that is part of Spain , Lanzarote covers approximately 850 square kilometers and lies less than 200 kilometers off the coast of Morocco. Formed by fiery volcanic activity, Lanzarote, with its countless volcanic cones, barren landscapes and ancient lava flows, is a wondrous place to visit. Aside from the otherworldly volcanic landscapes, you’ll find picturesque whitewashed villages, sandy beaches, vineyards and numerous miradors with breathtaking views. The best way to visit these places in Lanzarote is to hire a car and embark on a road trip to explore the island. I’ve created this guide to give you an idea of where to go and what to see in Lanzarote on easy road trips around the island.

Road trips in Lanzarote

This Lanzarote road trips guide contains links to three services I often use myself and can recommend: Booking.com (for hotel bookings), Rentalcars.com (for car hire) and GetYourGuide (for easy-to-book tours). If you make a booking via one of these services, I will receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you). These commissions help me to maintain my blog and share more travel experiences with you.

I’ve created three driving routes that cover the northern, central and southern areas of Lanzarote. For the purposes of this guide, each route starts and ends in Arrecife. On the map above, I’ve also marked my favourite beaches (yellow pins), the best places to visit in Lanzarote (purple pins) such as towns, viewpoints (miradors) and other attractions, and some of the Lanzarote wineries I’ve visited (blue pins). Each of these Lanzarote road trips can easily be done in a day.

Driving in Lanzarote is easy – the roads are good and there’s little traffic – so you can literally explore the island at a relaxed pace. In addition, it makes economic sense to hire a car instead of paying separately for transportation to/from the airport and tours. Pay attention to the road signs, make sure you drive in the right lane, don’t drink and drive and you should be good.

Northern Lanzarote route: cacti, lave tubes and incredible views

Arrecife is the capital of Lanzarote. From its harbour, ferries connect Lanzarote with other Canary Islands as well as the European and African mainland. The old town, with its narrow streets, is a delight to explore. Another attraction is the 18th century Castillo de San Miguel (now an art museum).

Jardin de Cactus

From Arrecife, follow the LZ-18 road to Costa Teguise . There’s a variety of beaches (including the sandy Playa de las Cucharas), hotels, restaurants and shops. Search for hotels in Costa Teguise.

Continue to the Jardin de Cactus (Cactus Garden). Built in an old quarry, the Jardin de Cactus is a Cesar Manrique creation (more on him later). The garden, designed in the shape of an amphitheatre, houses more than 10,000 cacti from around the world as well as beautiful volcanic stone sculptures. 

Jameos del Agua

From here, follow the LZ-1 road northwards to one of the coolest places in Lanzarote: Jameos del Agua . Along the way, make a stop at the natural rock pools in laidback Punta Mujeres . While you’re there, enjoy a drink and authentic tapas at the Pool Bar Pichon.

The Jameos del Agua , is for me, one of the island’s most fascinating attractions and a must see in Lanzarote. The Jameos is a striking combination of geology, architecture and design. The island’s most famous artist/architect, Cesar Manrique , built a visitor centre complete with a restaurant, bar, one of the most amazing auditoriums I’ve ever seen and a museum inside what used to be a gigantic lava tube. Visiting the Jameos del Agua is definitely one of the best things to do in Lanzarote !

Get acquainted with the works of Cesar Manrique – as you explore Lanzarote, look out for more examples of his amazing creations.

Across the LZ-1 road, you’ll find the wondrous Cueva de los Verdes , a 3,000-year-old lava tube. The tube extends for 6 kilometers above sea level and for another 1.5 kilometers below the sea (the world’s longest submarine lava tube). Join a tour to explore the cave and learn about the island’s geology.

Mirador del Rio

You can continue northwards along the coast on the LZ-1 or take the shortcut to the LZ-201 and continue to the next attraction: the Mirador del Rio . Another Cesar Manrique creation, this viewpoint, neatly blended into the cliff-face, offers breathtaking views of the imposing cliffs and of La Graciosa island across the strait.

From the mirador, return to the LZ-201 road and follow it southwards to Haria . Located in the Haria Valley or ‘Valley of a Thousand Palms’ (find out about the origins of this name in the town), this stunning whitewashed town contrasts sharply with the barren volcanic landscape. Stop for a stroll around this lovely town, have a drink at the main square (Plaza Leon y Castillo) and visit the quaint church at the plaza.

This is also popular area for hikers and there are various viewpoints in the surrounding mountains for spectacular views. The viewpoints accessible by car are Rincon de Haria and Valle de Malpaso .

The last stop on this northern route is Teguise . The former capital of Lanzarote, Teguise is a quiet town that bursts to life on Sundays (9am – 2pm) when it hosts the largest market on the island. There’s lots of fresh produce, wines, arts and crafts. The wonderful atmosphere makes the market a great place to visit on Sunday mornings.

Central Lanzarote: the wild coast, Martian landscapes and unique vineyards

Caleta de famara.

From Arrecife, take the LZ-20 – LZ-30 and LZ-402 roads to Caleta de Famara . This windy beach, with its long arc of golden sand, is a popular destination for surfers and kitesurfers. Backed by imposing cliffs, it’s one of the most scenic beaches (in a wild sense) on Lanzarote.

Timanfaya National Park

Continue along the wild, windswept coast towards La Santa (another surf spot) before heading to the Timanfaya National Park . One of the most popular places to visit in Lanzarote, Timanfaya consists of 25(!) volcanoes and expansive lava fields. Drive up to the visitor centre and leave your car there to join a bus tour of the park (the entrance ticket to the park includes parking and the bus tour).

It’s a surreal experience touring the park. As you pass volcanic cones in a multitude of colours, old lava flows and intriguing rock formations, you might think you’d just landed on Mars! Back at the visitor centre, watch the guide ‘create’ a geyser and other cool stunts. You can also opt to go on a 4-hour guided hike through the park (advance bookings required).

From the national park, continue to Uga and further to La Geria (on the LZ-30 road). Located on the edges of the Timanfaya National Park, La Geria is the premier wine-producing region in Lanzarote. What makes it especially intriguing is its black, ashy landscape and horseshoe-shaped walls which protect the vines.

There are various bodegas (wineries) worth stopping at for a tour and/or wine-tasting. I can recommend Bodega La Geria and Bodega Rubicón . I also enjoyed the wine-tasting/tapas experience at La Bodeguita del Tablero . Don’t miss the local favourite, Malvasia, or the Moscatel varieties. If you’d like to learn more about the history of wine-making in Lanzarote, continue along the LZ-30 to El Grifo , a bodega with an interesting museum.

Southern Lanzarote: a green lagoon, salt flats and beaches

From Arrecife, follow the LZ-2 road to Charco de los Clicos . Also known as El Golfo, this green lagoon is a fascinating place to visit. The unusual colour of the lagoon is created by a type of algae found in the water. Backed by the eroded walls of a crater and contrasting sharply with the black beach, El Golfo is certainly an incredible sight.

Los Hervideros

From here, continue to Los Hervideros , further down the coast. This viewpoint is a popular place to visit due to its breathtaking views of the rugged coastline. Spend some time here to enjoy the sights and sounds of huge waves crashing into the volcanic cliffs and caves. There’s a trail here which leads to other viewpoints and a lava field.

Salinas de Janubio

Head further south towards Salinas de Janubio , a patchwork of colourful salt flats. It’s a great photo stop and there’s also a shop which sells different types of salt.

The beaches

After all that driving, it’s time for the beach! Some of Lanzarote’s best beaches are found in this area. From Salinas de Janubio, follow the LZ-2 to Playa Blanca . This bustling beach community offers many accommodation options and a plethora of restaurants, bars, cafés and shops. Search for hotels in Playa Blanca.

For something more secluded, head for the beaches of the nearby Costa de Papagayo . It costs a few euros to enter the park but once inside, you have a choice of five beautiful beaches! Playa Papagayo is the most famous (and crowded) of the lot. My favourite is Playa Mujeres.

I hope you find this Lanzarote guide helpful. Hire a car and explore this amazing island. These three driving routes will take you to all the best places in Lanzarote!

Read about a winter getaway to Gran Canaria , another gem in the Canary Islands, and a spectacular Gran Canaria day trip by car.

Note: this post is brought to you in collaboration with iambassador and the Spain Tourist Office. As always, all views mentioned above are mine, and mine only.

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Hi Freddie & Penelope, Wow, thanks so much for coming back to my blog to leave this wonderful comment! It’s always great to hear when a reader follows my tips/advice and has a terrific time. Your comment sure made my day! 🙂 I’m sorry to hear about that lousy restaurant experience though. I looked it up on Google Maps and it seems like you weren’t the only ones who had a less-than-satisfactory experience there. 🙁 Once again, a big thank you for your comment and I hope you’ll refer to my blog again for future holidays.

Cheers, Keith

Hello there, My husband and I came to Lanzarote for a weeks holiday. We booked a villa and a car for our stay so found your self-drive guide to Lanzarote amazing, all your recommendations were spot on. However, everyone else obviously also saw your post as when we went to the pool bar at Punta de Mujeres today (Thursday) we were told that they are fully booked till Monday!!! We were very disappointed, but we were also hungry so we looked on Google maps and found Restaurante Sol y Luna just a 5minute walk away, OMG please DO NOT go there no matter how hungry you are, it was terrible from start to finish! The waiters were grumpy, the fish soup was look warm and chewy, the fish of the day was dry and tasteless, the longoustines were very over cooked and dry and they didn’t bring our drinks. Thank you so much for your fantastically laid out three day drive around Lanzarote we have thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated all your effort laying this out for others to benefit from! 😊 Freddie and Penelope from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

You’ll need to purchase a ticket to enter the Timanfaya park at Taro de Entrada on the LZ-67 road. This ticket includes entrance fees, parking and the bus tour. The bus tours leave every hour I believe. More info here .

Great guide – is it necessary to reserve the bus tour in Timanfaya and if yes, where can we do that ? thanks !!

Fantastic images! Lanzarote’s wide open spaces, natural places, and breathtaking ocean vistas are among my favorites. We can’t wait to start planning our trip.

Great photographs! I simly love the the wide open space, natural areas, and the stunning ocean views that Lanzarote offers. We can’t wait to plan a trip.

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