Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (Calle Virgen de la Luz #13, Santa Cruz de la Palma) – located within a 17th century colonial era residence, this three-level museum (opened in 2014) exhibits works from local Canarian artists, such as Pedro González, César Manrique, and Carmen Arozena. There’s also a photo exhibit by photographer Jorge Lozano. Admission: […]
Iglesia del Salvador (Plaza de España, Santa Cruz de la Palma) – this was the first church built by the Spanish conquistadores (constructed toward the end of the 15th century). It had to be rebuilt in 1553 after falling victim to an attack by French pirate Pata de Palo. Hours: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm […]
Iglesia de San Francisco (Plaza de San Francisco #3, Santa Cruz de la Palma) – reminiscent of a similar plaza seen in Viejo San Juan (Puerto Rico), this church and its impressive exterior are from the 16th century (which also included a convent). The church’s interior – consisting of colored wooden ceilings, has among the […]
Castillo de Santa Catalina (Av. Maritima, Santa Cruz de la Palma) – this castle, built in the 16th century (after an attack by French pirates in 1553), was built to defend the port and city of Santa Cruz de la Palma. The Spanish crown used this site as a fort until 1808, when it was […]
Benahoarita Archaeology Museum (Lugar Lomo Oscuro 32, 38738 Santa Cruz de la Palma) — The Benahoarita Archaeology Museum shows the habitat, the industries, the exploitation of the environment, and the magico-religious beliefs of the benahoaritas, the pre-Hispanic inhabitants of La Palma. To this end, its installations use the latest audiovisual and museographical media presently available. […]
Timanfaya National Park – the main attraction of this other worldly landscape is the Islote de Hilario volcano. Tourists can go on buses to tour this park and see the extraordinary rock formations. A restaurant designed by famed local artist César Manrique can be found at the summit (there, meat and fish are grilled using […]
Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park (Alcalde Cabrera Torres, Puerto del Carmen) – this is an American Cowboy Western-themed wildlife park, with an interesting collection of mammals, reptiles and birds. A wild tiger and cougars are on site, as well other animals – such as skunks, prairie dogs, armadillos, and raccoons. There’s also a lasso & whip […]
Puerto del Carmen (beach) – this beach is located just 10 minutes from Arrecife Airport. Stretching 6 km, this beach, which (like others in Lanzarote) has been awarded Blue Flag status by the EEC for cleanliness and lack of contamination, is considered among the most tranquil in the Canary Islands. This beach is fit for […]
Playa Famara (surfing) – this beach, located on the northwest coast of Lanzarote, offers ideal conditions for water sports, such as surfing, windsurfing, and kiteboarding. Surfing outfits such as Famara Surf (www.famarasurf.com) and Surf School Lanzarote (www.surfschoolanzarote.com) provide visitors with surfing lessons and outings.
Playa Blanca (beach) – located at the southernmost tip of the island, this one-time fishing village is now one of the most popular beaches in Lanzarote. The coastline around Playa Blanca is essentially one large 9 km.-wide bay which is then broken up into three smaller, but still large, bays. This basic geography means that […]