Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen
Puerto Del Carmen in Lanzarote is the largest and the most action-packed resort on the island. Not only does it host the huge strip of bars and restaurants and shops there is also so many things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for you to keep your days full of excitement.
Find the best things to do in Puerto Del Carmen
Puerto Del Carmen in Lanzarote is the largest and the most action-packed resort on the island. Not only does it host the huge strip of bars and restaurants and shops there is also so many things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for you to keep your days full of excitement. We would confidently say that Puerto Del Carmen has the most things to do than any other resort.
It doesn't matter what things to do in Puerto Del Carmen you are looking for here at TravelON World we have a list of the best Puerto Del Carmen things to do that suit everyone.
Contents
- Lanzarote boat trips from Puerto Del Carmen
- Rancho Texas Park
- Lanzarote waterparks
- Timanfaya National Park tours
- Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen at night
- Buggies Quads and more in Puerto Del Carmen
- Puerto Del Carmen beaches
- Your weekly plan of things to do in Lanzarote Puerto Del Carmen
- Things to do for families in Puerto Del Carmen
- Things to do for couples in Puerto Del Carmen
- Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for more mature people
- How to book Puerto Del Carmen excursions
Puerto Del Carmen Boat trips
The old town harbor is home to an array of Lanzarote boat trips although not the only place that boat trips in Lanzarote depart part from there are a couple that is well worth exploring. A little bit further up the island, you have the marina of Puerto Calero where the likes of Catlanza depart from but from Puerto Del Carmen there are a number of Lanzarote boat trips you must do.
Lanzarote catamaran from Puerto Del Carmen a must on your things to do list
An amazing Lanzarote catamaran is docked in Puerto Del Carmen and is owned and operated by the island's leader in Lanzarote boat trips, The Romero family. The I Love Papagayo Lanzarote catamaran is one of the best catamaran cruises in Lanzarote that takes you down to the picturesque bay of Papagayo. Onboard this huge Lanzarote catamaran you will be served a delicious hot lunch, all of your drinks, and enjoy the many water activities in Papagayo when you drop anchor. The I Love Papagayo Catamaran is one of the biggest and newest on the island second only to their catamaran in La Graciosa that takes you to the island and is also a great excursion that departs from Puerto Del Carmen. Boat trips are one of the most popular things to do in Puerto Del Carmen so make sure you book in advance as they get sold out very fast.
One of those things to do that is easy and cheap, the taxi boat Puerto Del Carmen to Puerto Calero
Puerto Calero marina is well worth a visit especially on a Friday where they have a small market. The Marina knows as the millionaire's marina is around 10 minutes by car and 1 hour by foot from the Puerto Del Carmen harbor. These conventional methods don't cut it for us so we suggest taking the amazing Puerto Del Carmen Puerto Calero water taxi, it departs daily at a number of times and the price is incredible and you get to spend as much or a little time you want making this an ideal way to have a short Lanzarote boat trip. If you are looking for things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for small kids that will give you a few hours out and won't break the bank this is ideal.
Lanzarote to Fuerteventura Ferry Service with pick up in Puerto Del Carmen
The ferry from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura departs from Playa Blanca, this makes it difficult to get to if you haven't got a hire car to get to Playa Blanca or you don't fancy taking the local bus. Therefore the Lanzarote to Fuerteventura ferry with bus pick up is an ideal solution for you. This Lanzarote excursion picks you up from Puerto Del Carmen, takes you to Playa Blanca where you will be met by the crew of the Lanzarote ferry and taken over to spend a day exploring another island. When you arrive back in Lanzarote in the afternoon the bus will be waiting to take you back to Puerto Del Carmen making this the best way to get the Lanzarote Fuerteventura ferry from Puerto Del Carmen.
If you fancy seeing more of Fuerteventura with a guide and to explore the Natural Park and the giant sand dunes where films like wonder woman and Star Wars have filmed then the Lanzarote Fuerteventura sand dunes excursion is an ideal option for you giving you a full day with a guided tour of Fuerteventura
Lanzarote boat trips with pick up from Puerto Del Carmen
There are many Lanzarote boat trips on the island so just because they are not departing from Puerto Del Carmen that doesn't mean you can't do them as they pick up from all resorts which is great.
One of the most popular boat trips in Lanzarote is the Catlanza Catamaran that departs from Puerto Calero and they pick up from all over Puerto Del Carmen. The Catlanza Lanzarote crew are experts and this is one of the longest established catamaran cruises in Lanzarote. They offer a couple of options of family catamaran cruises and the Catlanza Adults only cruise so you are spoilt for choice.
If you would like to experience the newest arrival to Lanzarote with the biggest and best Lanzarote catamaran that takes you to a hidden gem called La Graciosa then the I Love Graciosa Catamaran is a must. With pick-ups from Puerto Del Carmen to Orzola about 30 minutes away and a day out exploring and cruising the coast of La Graciosa, this Lanzarote catamaran cruise is a must. A visit to La Graciosa should 100% be on your list of things to do when you stay in Puerto Del Carmen.
Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park in Puerto Del Carmen's No1 thing to do
If you are staying in Puerto Del Carmen you are lucky enough to have Rancho Texas on your doorstep this is one of the best attractions in Lanzarote to visit and is super simple to get to yourself by taxi or foot but they even offer a bus service with pick up from Puerto Del Carmen which you can book with us. All you need to do is book your Rancho Texas Park Ticket with us and we will arrange for the free bus to pick you up at or close to your accommodation so you can enjoy a full day at the Rancho Texas park seeing the animals, the shows and much more. They also have dolphins that are incredible and there is also an option to interact with the dolphins at Rancho Texas. This experience needs to be booked in advance and will include entrance to the park and a free bus pick-up if you require one.
Lanzarote waterparks from Puerto Del Carmen
There are two waterparks in Lanzarote that both offer a pickup service from Puerto Del Carmen when you book with us, its usually top of the list of things to do in Puerto Del Carmen and with many pick up locations the waterpark is a great day out.
Aqua Lava waterpark from Puerto Del Carmen
Choose the one in Playa Blanca with pick up from Puerto Del Carmen and get yourAqualava Lanzarote waterpark tickets with a pick-up, and because you have already got your tickets there no stress waiting and sorting out payments, numbers, tickets, and all that so you can enjoy a full day at the Aqua Lava waterpark stress-free.
Aqua Lava waterpark is the newest of the parks and while it isn't as big it does have the only wave pool on the island and is open all year round.
Aquapark Costa Teguise
The biggest of the parks in Aquapark Costa Teguise, this park is also the oldest but it does have more slides to enjoy and better for slightly older kids. Don't worry if you are staying in Puerto Del Carmen because the Aquapark has a bus pick-up to take you for a full day of fun. Just book with us and we will arrange a time and pick up point for you and send you official Aquapark Lanzarote tickets. Plus as a bonus, you will even get a free snack at the snack bar on us.
Timanfaya National Park Tours from Puerto Del Carmen
All Lanzarote tours pick up from Puerto Del Carmen and give you the chance to see the famous Timanfaya National Park one of the most popular things to do in Lanzarote and you will see it in all of its glory with a number of Tours from Puerto Del Carmen to suit all. Full-day, half-day, and short Lanzarote tours we have them all from Puerto Del Carmen.
Of course, if you have hired a car you can drive there and pay to get in but please be warned the wait is painful. There will be a huge line of cars waiting to get in and all the buses full of people will just drive on past and go straight through. Plus you cannot drive your hire car around Timanfaya you have to get on one of the official buses anyway so we highly suggest and recommend you take one of the Lanzarote Timanfaya National Park tours.
Short South Tour of Lanzarote are a great thing to do from Puerto Del Carmen
The fastest and easiest way to see the best of Timanfaya and the South of Lanzarote is with the short south tour. Ideal if you want to do the best bits and get back to the hotel or accommodation for lunch and also great if you have kids with you. If you are looking for things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for kids this is perfect.
The Lanzarote volcano short south tour will pick you up from all around Puerto Del Carmen, take you to see Timanfaya National Park and the demonstrations. You will get to drive around the Luna route where NASA tests their space buggies and you will also see how they cook chicken over the heat of the live volcano. From there you will get to take part in the optional camel ride before heading to El Golfo the emerald lake. This half-day tour is ideal and will have you back in Puerto Del Carmen by 14:30. Book the Lanzarote volcano short south tour with us and save money today.
Full day tour of the Lanzarote South from Puerto Del Carmen
If you fancy seeing more of the south of Lanzarote from Puerto Del Carmen then the Lanzarote volcano south tour is a full day so you can really get the most out of your Lanzarote tour of the South. It will see all of the short south taking in Timanfaya National Park, the Lanzarote camel ride, and El Golfo. You will also get to see the salt pans, Los Hevideros, and stop in a quaint little village for lunch before heading for a tour around La Geria the Lanzarote wine regions. This is a great day out in Lanzarote touring the south of the island from Puerto Del Carmen.
The Lanzarote Grand Tour from Puerto Del Carmen
If you want to see the whole island in just one day then the Timanfaya Lanzarote Grand Tour will give you the best of both worlds. With a full tour of the south including Timanfaya and the Lanzarote camels, the wine regions, and of course El Golfo. After lunch, you will also head to the North of the island to see the amazing sights of Haria and also visit some of Cesar Manrique's works including the Jameos Del Agua. This is by far the most popular excursion in Lanzarote and one of the most popular things to do from Puerto Del Carmen.
Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen at night
Puerto Del Carmen has the best Lanzarote nightlife by far and is where all the main Lanzarote shows are based. With its huge offerings of bars and restaurants available you are spoilt for things to do in Puerto Del Carmen at night. We have put together an app that will tell you the best bars and restaurants in Lanzarote and also give you many discounts. You can download the free app Download the TravelOn World App now for many offers and start saving immediately. For AndroidTravelON World app ANDROID. For Apple users TravelON World app APPLE
Oceans Royale dinner and show from Puerto Del Carmen
Sometimes you can get bored of just going out to bars, restaurants, and clubs in Puerto Del Carmen so why not have a change and see one of the three Lanzarote shows that are in Puerto Del Carmen. Our favorite and by far the best show on the island has to be Oceans Royale Dinner and show. Situated in Puerto Del Carmen they will give you one of the best nights of your holiday. With magic, illusions, singing, and dancing and all set in a stunning venue that serves delicious food the Oceans Royale Lanzarote dinner and show is a must-see.
Music Hall Tavern Puerto Del Carmen
Famous in Puerto Del Carmen is the Music Hall Tavern, with its glitz and glamour this comedy drag show in Puerto Del Carmen is well worth seeing and will have you laughing all night long as the cast of this drag show entertain you from start to finish, they also feed you a delicious roast dinner. What more could you want from a night out in Puerto Del Carmen.
Rancho Texas Country night Puerto Del Carmen's No 1 night out
By day the Rancho Park is the island's zoo and splash park, by night it transforms the huge venue into the Lanzarote country and western show. Rancho Texas Country night will have you singing, line dancing, and enjoying the Texan BBQ as the cowboys and Indians entertain you all night.
Lanzarote buggies, quads and more in Puerto Del Carmen
Buggies Lanzarote with pick up from Puerto Del Carmen
Just on the outskirts of Puerto Del Carmen you will find the HQ of buggies Lanzarote and trust us when we say a Lanzarote buggy tour is a must-do. These buggies take 2 people and you can choose to go for the normal speed Lanzarote buggies or upgrade to the fast 200HP Buggies Lanzarote if you are over 21 and hold a full license. This is the most unique way to see Lanzarote on and off-road and you will certainly visit places the normal tours just won't take you. There is a free pick-up from Puerto Del Carmen so you can experience Lanzarote buggies any day.
Lanzarote quads with Puerto Del Carmen pick up
Also at Aventura Buggy HQ you can change your Lanzarote buggies to Lanzarote quads and take one of these super cool vehicles for a Lanzarote quad tour. These are new in Lanzarote and the only Lanzarote quad tour available and they will offer a door-to-door pick-up service from Puerto Del Carmen.
Best Puerto Del Carmen Beaches
Playa Grande Beach Puerto Del Carmen
Playa Grande is the main beach in Puerto Del Carmen and stretches the entire resort more or less with Playa Los Pocilios joining it. There are an array of restaurants and bars and snack bars on the strip and beach bars on Playa Grande in Puerto Del Carmen they also have watersports and Lanzarote Jet ski hire.
Playa Chica beach Puerto Del Carmen
A peaceful beach in Puerto Del Carmen and a sort of bay area that is just ideal with its crystal clear shallow waters for you to enjoy. Playa Chica is the ideal beach for families and there are plenty of things to do in Puerto Del Carmen around Playa Chica beach. This beach is also where most of the Lanzarote scuba diving and Lanzarote snorkeling excursions go from as the waters here ideal for diving in Lanzarote.
Your weekly list of things to do in Puerto Del Carmen
If you are staying in Puerto Del Carmen this is a list of things to do in Puerto Del Carmen and Lanzarote excursions that pick you up from Puerto Del Carmen giving you some great days out.
What to do in Puerto Del Carmen on a Monday
Mondays are not like Mondays at home it's not the start of another working week so check out all the things you can do to make your holiday an amazing one.
Spend the day at the Aqualava waterpark that is open all year round get a free bus pick up with us.
See the sunset on a Lanzarote sunset cruise
Take a trip on Catlanza Lanzarote the Number one Lanzarote catamaran cruise
Visit the Rancho Texas Lanzarote park
See the Music Hall Tavern show on the evening
Adventure around Lanzarote on a Lanzarote buggy tour
Take in the South of Lanzarote on the Lanzarote South and Volcano tour
Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen on a Tuesday
Every day is a good day in Lanzarote and Tuesday there are so many Lanzarote excursions on offer
Dive 30 meters below the ocean on a Lanzarote submarine excursion
Visit the Rancho Texas Lanzarote park
Take the Lanzarote Fuerteventura Ferry with bus pick up from Puerto Del Carmen
Spend the day at the Aqualava waterpark that is open all year round
See the whole island in one day with the Timanfaya Lanzarote Grand Tour
See the island of La Graciosa on the La Graciosa Lanzarote catamaran trip
Visit the island of Fuerteventura with the Lanzarote to Fuerteventura sand dunes excursion
What to do in Puerto Del Carmen Lanzarote on Wednesday
Go and see the Lanzarote Green Caves
Spend the day at the Aqualava waterpark that is open all year round
See the islands number one show Oceans Royale dinner and show
The Playa Blanca market is held on a Wednesday and Saturday
Why not try a tour of the island by Lanzarote quads such a fun day out
What to do in PDC Lanzarote on Thursdays
A great day to visit parks and waterparks as they will be quietest this day.
Take a Lanzarote catamaran to Papagayo with I Love Papagayo catamaran
Take the Lanzarote Fuerteventura Ferry with bus pick up from Puerto Del Carmen
Dive 30 meters below the ocean on a Lanzarote submarine excursion
Visit the Rancho Texas Lanzarote park
See the island of La Graciosa on the La Graciosa Lanzarote catamaran trip
Take a trip on Catlanza Lanzarote the Number one Lanzarote catamaran cruise
Drive around the island on a Lanzarote trike tour
Try your hand at scuba diving in Lanzarote
See the whole island in one day with the Timanfaya Lanzarote Grand Tour
What to do in Puerto Carmen on Fridays
Need to know what to do in Lanzarote on a Friday as its the start of the weekend
Visit the Lanzarote volcanoes on the Lanzarote volcano short south tour
See the North of the island with the Jameos Del Agua and North tour
Visit the Rancho Texas Lanzarote park
See the Music Hall Tavern show on the evening
Puerto Del Carmen things to do on a Saturday
Every night is a Friday or Saturday night so if you find yourself asking what is there to do in Lanzarote on a weekend, the answer is plenty
The Playa Blanca market is held on a Wednesday and Saturday
Take the Lanzarote Fuerteventura Ferry anyday
Spend the day at the Aquapark Costa Teguise that is open all year round get a Flexi skip the line ticket
Take in the South of Lanzarote on the Lanzarote South and Volcano tour
See the whole island in one day with the Timanfaya Lanzarote Grand Tour
Visit the Lanzarote volcanoes on the Lanzarote volcano short south tour
See the island of La Graciosa on the La Graciosa Lanzarote catamaran trip
Dive 30 meters below the ocean on a Lanzarote submarine excursion
What to do in Puerto Del Carmen Lanzarote on a Sunday
From Puerto Del Carmen, there is a return pick-up that will take you to the island's largest market in Teguise. The Teguise market is a great place to haggle and barter and get some Lanzarote souvenirs and bargains.
Get a return pick up and drop off the Teguise market Lanzarote
You could add Cesar Manrique's house and see that in one day with the Lanzarote market plus Cesar Manrique house tour
Things to do for families in Puerto Del Carmen
We have already told you about the great beaches and Puerto Del Carmen is a family resort so what is there for kids? We all know kids are hard to please if you take them off their gaming and phones so what can you do.
We think the Atlantic Adventure boat trip offers something for all ages and is a great Lanzarote boat trip for families.
If you want to do a Lanzarote tour then look at the Lanzarote volcano short south tour as it's not a full day and just does the exciting things that will keep the kids happy.
Aqualava Lanzarote waterpark is a must as the kids will absolutely love it and you can relax a sits small enough and safe enough to let them go off on their own and explore.
Of course, a trip to Rancho Texas should be on the cards as its purpose-built for families and kids of all ages. With all of these things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for kids, you should keep them entertained for days.
Things to do for couples in Puerto Del Carmen
Puerto Del Carmen is amazing for a couples holiday and it's modern, peaceful, and has so many things to do for couples. With its great walking and climbs up Montana Roja and the stunning beaches, you won't struggle to find things to do for couples in Puerto Del Carmen.
Puerto Del Carmen excursions for couples
For excursions in Lanzarote, you will find most are geared towards couples so here are our best things to do for a couple in Puerto Del Carmen and Lanzarote on excursions.
Take a Lanzarote tour to Timanfaya National Park and be in awe of the stunning romantic views. We recommend the full Timanfaya Lanzarote grand tour as it takes on the whole island in one day.
With many Lanzarote boat trips on offer, it can be hard to decide but the two we would go for are the Catlanza Lanzarote adults-only platinum sail, or if you don't mind the long bus journey to the North the I Love Graciosa Catamaran is superb. It is well worth the trip to see this stunning unspoiled island. A real hidden gem!
The Teguise Sunday market with its miles of stalls and selling everything and the street performers and live music will keep you entertained on a Sunday for sure.
A day out at Rancho Texas is great and there is so much to see and do there.
Finally, why not see the island in style with a Lanzarote slingshot tour
Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen for more mature people
As Puerto Del Carmen is flat walking is a must and with walks along the coast stretching the whole of Puerto Del Carmen with many restaurants and bars along the way you can people watch all day.
Of course, we are not suggesting you do not want to be more adventurous so a day out the Fuerteventura on the Lanzarote Fuerteventura sand dunes excursion is a great way to see two islands in one holiday.
The Teguise Sunday market with its miles of stalls and selling everything and the street performers and live music will keep you entertained on a Sunday for sure.
Cesar Manrique shaped Lanzarote and is the reason it is how it is today so a journey through his life on the Cesar Manrique tour is such a great day out.
How to book your excursions in Lanzarote from Puerto Del Carmen
It is so simple with us just select the excursion you want, how many people and let us know where you are staying if we need to arrange a pick-up.
Remember as you are in Puerto Del Carmen the largest of the resorts in Lanzarote although you will find a lot of things to do in Puerto Del Carmen, those things that need to be booked fill up very fast and only have limited spaces. By booking in advance you save time and money and can skip the line at the entrance taking away all the stress and waiting. With so many things to do in Puerto Del Carmen and the rest of Lanzarote, we hope we have given you all the information you need.
If not call us, chat with our live agents, or contact us we can answer anything that you might need to know about things to do in Puerto Del Carmen and all things Lanzarote.