Puerto Del Carmen Holidays

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Puerto Del Carmen is in the province of Las Palmas, Canary Islands and is the biggest tourist destination on the island of Lanzarote. Located on the Southeast Coast, it is popular with tourists due to its year-round sunny weather and its 6 kilometres of beautiful beaches.

Asides from the good weather and stunning scenery there is plenty for tourists to do in Puerto Del Carmen. The town has a vibrant nightlife and bars stay open until the early hours of the morning, allowing tourists to party the night away. Land and Sea excursions such as buggy tours, scuba diving, deep sea fishing and jet skiing are also popular activities.

Beautiful beaches, numerous bars and restaurants and fun filled activities make Puerto del Carmen the perfect destination for couples, families and groups of friends.

Flights from Dublin to Lanzarote operate  seven days  a week during summer and also operate from Cork and Shannon with the estimated flight time of four hours. There are always great deals on holidays to Puerto del Carmen from Dublin, Cork and Shannon.

To learn more about things to do in Puerto del Carmen, the best time to go and local info see here.

Things to do in Puerto Del Carmen 

Attractions  

• To see some wildlife, take a trip to Rancho Texas park. Home to reptiles, sealions and dolphins!
• Take a trip to Timanfaya National Park and see an active volcano
• Test your driving skills with a trip to the Gran Karting Go-kart track

Nightlife

 In Puerto del Carmen, there are plenty of cocktail bars and pubs to enjoy a casual drink. If you’re looking to party, there are plenty of pool parties and nightclubs running every day of the week during the summer months. 

Dining Out

The best place to eat in Puerto del Carmen is by the old town harbour. Here you will find many restaurants serving some of the best seafood and Mediterranean cuisine that Lanzarote has to offer.

For Families  

Families will love a day at Aquapark, a thrilling waterpark in Costa Teguise located only 20 minutes from Puerto del Carmen.

Beaches  

Playa Chica beach is considered by locals as Puerto del Carmen’s best beach. It's very popular thanks to of its crystal clear waters, making it the perfect spot for a mid-day swim. 

Shopping 

Biosfera Plaza is a large shopping centre with many high street fashion stores. 

Carnival

Carnival is Lanzarote’s biggest festival which takes place every February. During this festival tourists and locals get to enjoy parades, parties and dance performances.

Best Time to Go

Lanzarote is unique in the fact that it experiences warm and sunny weather year-round. If you’re looking to visit Puerto del Carmen during its peak season, the summer months are a very popular choice. If you prefer a quieter holiday, visit Lanzarote during spring as temperatures average in the low-mid twenties between February and May.

Local Info

Currency

 Euro is the currency used in Lanzarote.

Time Zone   

There is no time difference between Ireland and Lanzarote.

Getting around  

Flights from Dublin to Lanzarote operate seven days a week during summer, with an estimated flight time of four hours. From Lanzarote airport it is a short ten-minute drive to Puerto del Carmen. Both bike and car rental are popular among tourists who wish to explore more of the island.