You want to plan your travel route well before you arrive on the volcanic island. When you know where you want to go, which attractions you want to visit, where you want to eat and which routes you should take, you make the most of your time. We help you plan with these maps of Lanzarote Canary Islands, which will be useful for your next holiday.
Map of viewpoints in Lanzarote
Lanzarote offers extraordinary landscapes from which you can enjoy incredible panoramic views and indescribable sunsets. The atmosphere of the island and its volcanic origin make these views truly unique.
Among the best viewpoints to admire the beauty of Lanzarote and its surroundings is the Mirador del Río, perhaps the most popular on the island, designed by César Manrique and integrated into a rock face. From here you can see the Chinijo Archipelago.
The Haría viewpoint overlooking the Valley of a Thousand Palms shows you the greenest landscapes on the island. The Mirador del Golfo, Los Hervideros, the Famara cliffs and other places you can add to your route.
Map of beaches in Lanzarote
Beaches are among the most popular attractions in Lanzarote. There’s something for everyone, from beaches with golden sand and calm waters to those that reflect the island’s volcanic origin with black sand and dramatic cliffs.
If you want to enjoy the beach as a family, the beaches in the south of the island are best suited. Papagayo, Flamingo and Playa Blanca offer a pleasant atmosphere for children and adults.
If your goal is surfing, the beaches in the north, like Famara, are wind-exposed and the best for this sport.
Map of restaurants in Lanzarote
Looking for a restaurant in Lanzarote? On this map you can see some of the most recommended restaurants on the island. Integrate them into your route, depending on which tour you plan in the tourist areas. Don’t forget that during peak season a reservation is recommended if you want to try the best dishes in Lanzarote.
Tourist map of Lanzarote
All over the island there are tourist attractions worth visiting. Lanzarote is a small island, so a couple of days is enough to explore it completely and visit the main attractions.
Timanfaya National Park is a must for anyone wanting to admire the volcanic landscape and learn more about the island’s origins. Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes, La Geria, El Golfo and the Janubio salt pans are other attractions that should be on your list.
Map of Lanzarote by zones
If you organize your trip by zones, you’ll get to know each of these areas better and can give them the time they deserve. In the north you’ll find places like the Mirador del Río, Jameos del Agua or the Cactus Park.
You can reserve another day for exploring the west, where Timanfaya, El Golfo, Los Hervideros and the salt pans are located. In the centre of the island one of the main attractions is La Geria, as well as the César Manrique Foundation and Arrecife.
In the south there are attractions like the Papagayo beaches or Marina Rubicón, to name just a few. If you’re not sure how to get around the island, remember you can rent a transfer in Lanzarote to travel between different points.
Every time you travel, check out these maps of Lanzarote Canary Islands which will help you plan your tours around the island more efficiently.
Abdel Samouh is a tourism professional specialising in the Canary Islands, with a solid track record in visitor experience management on Lanzarote. His career has centred on promoting the island's landmark attractions and enhancing transfer and excursion services across this volcanic destination.
