Teguise offers history, markets, and volcanic landscapes, with highlights including the vibrant Sunday Market, exploring the old capital's streets, visiting Castillo de Santa Bárbara for views, and seeing the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe; nearby attractions feature the Lanzarote Aquarium, beautiful beaches (Jablillo, Las Cucharas) in Costa Teguise, water sports, and volcano tours. Don't miss the Timple Museum for local music or the Salinas for unique views.
Teguise has plenty to offer, from historical sights to cultural attractions. You can visit the Castillo de Santa Bárbara, perched above the town with panoramic views and a pirate museum inside.
Yes, there's plenty to do in Costa Teguise, especially for families and water sports enthusiasts, with activities like beaches, an aquapark, shopping, dining, golfing, and easy access to island-wide excursions for volcano tours, boat trips, and cultural sites like Teguise Market, making it a well-rounded resort.
Costa Teguise has smaller markets on Wednesdays and Fridays evenings (around 5 PM - 10 PM) in Pueblo Marinero, selling souvenirs, while the much larger, famous Teguise Market (in the old capital, not Costa Teguise) runs on Sundays (9 AM - 2 PM), featuring local crafts, food, and entertainment.
Your Guide to Costa Teguise, Lanzarote - Watch Before You Go!!
What is the difference between Teguise and Costa Teguise?
Teguise is a beautiful small town in the heart of a truly volcanic landscape just 40 minutes on the bus from Arrecife. Costa Teguise is a sprawling coastal resort about half an hour on the bus along the coast to the east of the capital.
Average annual precipitation is below 150 mm. With regard to seasonal variation, it should be noted that the rainiest month is December, with the majority of annual precipitation occurring between the months of November and March, and practically zero rainfall between the months of June and August.
The heart of Teguise's historic quarter, around 600 years old, is home to one of the biggest markets in Europe (more than 400 stalls). Absolutely everything can be found here: clothing, traditional and international crafts, agricultural and livestock products, typical gastronomy, and souvenirs.
These rules mean, if you stay at an all inclusive hotel in one of these resorts, you can have a maximum of 6 alcoholic drinks a day as part of your all inclusive package – 3 at lunch and 3 with evening meals. Soft drinks are unlimited at any time of day and you can buy additional alcoholic drinks if you wish.
The poshest and most exclusive area in Lanzarote is generally considered Puerto Calero, known for its luxury marina, high-end villas, gourmet restaurants, and upscale boutiques, offering a cosmopolitan yet tranquil vibe for affluent visitors. Another popular, slightly more vibrant upscale choice is Playa Blanca, especially around its marina, with beautiful beaches, shops, and a lively atmosphere, attracting those seeking quality amenities.
Lanzarote, along with other Canary Islands such as Tenerife and Gran Canaria, is a popular destination for British tourists. However last year Playa Blanca town beach was given a black flag by Ecologists in Action due to incidents of sewage leaks.
Teguise was declared an architectural-historical-artistic town and it is one of the oldest villages that has taken part in significant events in the history of Lanzarote. Walking today through the paved streets of its historical centre is a pleasure.
Yes, nudism is widely allowed and popular in Lanzarote, especially at designated beaches like Playa de la Cantería, and at the unique nudist village of Charco del Palo, where clothing is the norm, with other spots like Playa Mujeres and areas near Orzola also being popular for naturists, making it a very nudist-friendly Canary Island destination.
The coldest month in Costa Teguise is typically January, when average temperatures are around 17-18°C (63-64°F) during the day, dropping to cooler evenings around 13-15°C (57-58°F), making it the mildest winter month with some chance of short rain showers but still plenty of sun.
Of course, it's the Lanzarote Teguise Market, where you will enjoy morning shopping, eating, and more shopping. At the Sunday Market Lanzarote, you can shop for local products like aloe vera, Lanzarote wines, and handcrafted products. No to mention pottery that makes the best souvenirs and gifts.
Which is nicer, Puerto del Carmen or Costa Teguise?
Puerto del Carmen is the largest, arguably most popular and most vibrant of the three. Costa Teguise is more tranquil and we feel is a favourite with families and Playa Blanca on the south coast is much more laid back and a favourite with families and more mature visitors.
Yes, there's plenty to do in Costa Teguise, especially for families and water sports enthusiasts, with activities like beaches, an aquapark, shopping, dining, golfing, and easy access to island-wide excursions for volcano tours, boat trips, and cultural sites like Teguise Market, making it a well-rounded resort.
At 26KM long it doubles the previous title holder, La Coruñas 13KM, with Atlantic City in New Jersey in third place at 9.25KM. The promenade stretches between the resorts of Puerto del Carmen and Costa Teguise, passing through the airport zone, Playa Honda and the island's capital Arrecife.
