Lanzarote travel guide
Where to drink in LanzaroteWhere to shop in LanzaroteHotels in LanzaroteTourist infoCurrency in Lanzarote Lanzarote populationEmergency numbersKnow before you goTelephoneDid you know?Page 1: Introduction to Lanzarote
Where to drink in Lanzarote
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Mirador Del Rio on the northern part of the island combines a stunning view of the small islands surrounding Lanzarote with a posh lounge bar
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Jardín de Cactus (Cactus Garden) in Guatiza is an iconic place for the island, as Cesar Manrique’s last and most delicate contribution to Lanzarote’s touristic attractions. You can sit on the terraces of this converted quarry and enjoy your drink at the bar while exploring the garden’s 10,000 different species of cacti
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The Irish Viking is one of the oldest and most well-respected Irish pubs in the bustling Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote’s most renowned bar area
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Wax Bar in Playa Blanca is the hot-spot for watching live sports and serves up a rich menu of shots and cocktails
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Bar La Cueva (The cave) at Nazaret is a sublime bar surrounded by scarlet volcanic rocks and an unearthly atmosphere reminiscent of the last days of Pompei. This sight should hopefully prevent visitors from having one too many of the house special, which is Mojito
Where to shop in Lanzarote
Lanzarote is not famous for shopping, but some good offers might be available. The main shopping street in the capital (Arrecife) is Calle Real. Haggling is a tradition reminiscent of the island’s Arabic past, so do not hesitate to bargain. Arrecife’s Mercado (market) is the place to be if you want to buy local herbs and spices while Costa Teguise hosts the most renowned shopping district, Playa de las Cucharas, with several clothing and electrical device outlets.
Hotels in Lanzarote
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El Guarapo Apartamentos 1* +34 928 590507
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Luz y Mar 2* +34 928 511223
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Lancelot Hotel 3* +34 928805099
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Playaverde Hotel 4* +34 928 826 070
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Gran Meliá Volcán Lanzarote 5* +34 928 519185 or 0808 234 1953 (dial from UK)
Tourist info
British, Irish, American, Canadian and Australian citizens require only a valid passport to get into the Canary Islands. For EU passport holders, a valid passport or even a national ID will do. All other nationals should check with their local Spanish consulate to see if a visa is required.
Currency in Lanzarote
The euro is the currency in the Canary Islands and of course in Lanzarote, coming in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 euros (€) and coins of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents. If you’re exchanging money, you should do so at your local bank instead of the airport or the exchange bureaus which sometimes charge a high commission fee. You can also find sufficiently good exchange rates at the banks on the island.
Lanzarote population
135.000 people
Emergency numbers
The national emergency number is 112.
Know before you go
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Electricity outlets in Lanzarote are the same as those used in continental Europe comprising a plug with two round pins operating at 220 volts/ AC 50Hz
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Shopping hours are not fixed; generally shops open from 9a.m. to 1p.m, close for the traditional Spanish siesta during lunchtime and then open from 4p.m. to 8p.m. They are also closed on Saturday afternoons and on Sunday, although some of them are open until late and during the weekend
Telephone
International Dialling Code for Spain: +34
Dialling code for Lanzarote : 928
Did you know?
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César Manrique was one of the first activists in the world who tried to combine economic progress for underdeveloped regions with environmentally friendly activities, creating what would be later called ‘ecotourism’, which is a present day buzzword
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If the name of the island rings a bell, that’s because the witty Monty Python dubbed it ‘Lanzagrotty’, a term which slightly doomed this wonderful place with a rather undeserving reputation
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Cochineal, a characteristically red dye taking its name from the namesake insect (beetle) has been traditionally produced in the island for centuries