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Puerto del Carmen is one of the most well-known towns in Lanzarote. It stands out for its excellent location in the centre of the island, and very close to the airport. It has 6 kilometres of coast. It is a popular destination because there are many things to do in Puerto del Carmen Lanzarote, activities for the day, restaurants, bars, and pubs with a great nightlife.
Best Things to Do in Puerto del Carmen
Remember to book transfers from Lanzarote airport to Puerto del Carmen. Then explore the activities and best things to do in Puerto del Carmen.
This town is located in the Tias municipality in Lanzarote Island:
Hit the Beaches: Playa Grande and Playa Chica
The beaches in Puerto del Carmen are protected from the trade winds of the north. They are located in the promenade of Puerto del Carmen, where there are also restaurants, stores, and bars.
Puerto del Carmen has many beaches, but we want to highlight two of them, Playa Grande and Playa Chica.
Firstly, Playa Grande is the largest beach, hence its name. It has golden sand and clear waters. It is an urban beach with services, where you can find parking, umbrellas, and everything for a comfortable day at the beach.
It is also ideal for going with children, as you won’t have to worry about the waves, it is perfect for swimming.
Being a large beach, you can take advantage of it to walk and enjoy the views of the mountains of the island.
In addition, when you leave the beach, on the other side of the street, you will find all kinds of bars, restaurants, and shops. So you can finish a great day of walking, enjoying local food, and buying souvenirs from your trip.
On the other hand, there is Playa Chica, which is small as its name implies, and is protected by rocks, making its waters calm, so you can also swim in it.
Playa Chica is popular among tourists and locals, so if you go during high season, it’s best to arrive early to choose a good space to spend the day.
Explore the Old Town
Puerto del Carmen is divided between the old part of the town and the new city. The old part is to the west, with narrow streets and traditional houses. La Tiñosa is part of the Historic Center of Puerto del Carmen, and the port called El Varadero is another place you should visit.
You will want to visit the old part of Puerto del Carmen to get away from the more touristy areas and beaches. You will be in contact with the most traditional part of the island. Playa Chica is near La Tiñosa. In addition, if you sit in one of the restaurants or bars in this area from their terraces, you can appreciate beautiful views of the island.
And on Fridays, you can go to the Puerto del Carmen market. An option if you want to try local food, see crafts in Lanzarote, and buy some souvenirs from your trip.
Visit the Biosfera Plaza Shopping Center
It is a great shopping centre if you need to buy things or just enjoy the place. It’s a great place to go around if there is too much wind to go to the beach, or if it rains on the island.
This Puerto del Carmen shopping centre has open spaces, many stores, and good restaurants. It even has a cinema and a minigolf.
Take a Submarine Dive
The beaches in Puerto del Carmen are excellent for scuba diving, the water is clear, and the temperature does not go lower than 19 °C in winter.
Look for options for taking classes if you don’t know how to dive, or just rent the equipment if you are an expert.
Puerto del Carmen nightlife
Experience lively nightlife at Avenida de las Playas, you can enjoy a drink at a Bar with Sea View: Café La Ola and The Island Bar.
There are also casinos if you want to test your luck.
You can also try the local seafood at El Varadero or taste the local wines.
Sports and Adventure on Puerto del Carmen
- Play Golf at Lanzarote Golf Resort
- Go Scuba Diving
- Enjoy Water Sports: Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, and Jet Skiing
- Do parasail, this means using a parachute pushed by a speed boat, you can also be pushed in water sky.
What to do in Puerto del Carmen with kids? Family fun!
- Explore the Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park: this park has different games inspired in the west culture of the United States of America. It has ponies, other animals, and a gold mine.
- Go to the beaches and have a nice time in those clear waters.
- Visit the Lanzarote Aquarium
- Enjoy the Water Slides at Aqua Park Costa Teguise.
- Walk or ride a bike by the promenade, they are palm trees, kids playgrounds, gardens. On Puerto del Carmen, you can rent bikes and go around the town with your kids.
Day Trips from Puerto del Carmen
Some day trips in Lanzarote Puerto del Carmen you can book with us are:
- Discover the Mirador del Rio.
- Explore the Jameos del Agua.
- Visit the Beach at Papagayo.
- Boat trips from Puerto del Carmen to Fuerteventura.
- César Manrique Tour.
- South short tour.
- Premium tour. You can go to the best sightseen on the island, like Timanfaya National Park, Mirador del Rio, Jameos del Agua y Cueva los Verdes.
- Fuerteventura tour. Going on a boat to this nearby island for a day will be a great experience.
Conclusion
Some of the Best Things to Do in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote include visiting the beaches, the old part of the town, and the market in Puerto del Carmen.
Puerto del Carmen weather is perfect, and there is so much to see and enjoy. Don’t forget to visit this part of the island in your next visit. So you can enjoy the beaches and outdoors activities.
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