Playa de Famara
A golden beach about 6 kilometers long on the north coast, backed by the towering Famara Cliffs, and a famous surfing spot in the Canary Islands.
Playa de Famara lies on Lanzarote’s north coast, about 6 kilometers long, backed by the Famara Cliffs, which rise several hundred meters. At low tide the sand is flat and wide, reflecting the cliffs and sky, which makes it very photogenic. The waves here are consistent, and surf and kitesurf schools are concentrated along the beach. In the small fishing village of Caleta de Famara, surf shops and seafood restaurants line the sandy streets. Rip currents are strong, so casual visitors should not swim far out and should watch the lifeguard flags. At sunset the cliffs turn golden, making it a great place for photos. It is about a 15-minute drive from Teguise.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- César Manrique House Museum (Haría)
- Teguise
- Castillo de Santa Bárbara
- Haría
- LagOmar
- Jardín de Cactus
- César Manrique Foundation
- Monumento al Campesino