Amazing One-Day in Lanzarote Photography Itinerary

Are you headed to Lanzarote for one day and still looking for an itinerary to the best photo spots? Then you are in the right spot.

Lanzarote is a beautiful island that is part of the Canary Islands. It is a popular destination for cruise ships year-round.

Planning your perfect day from the Lanzarote cruise port can be quite a hassle. There is so much choice of great activities.

Luckily for you, my wife and I just returned from our Lanzarote cruise – and we had the most amazing day.

Keep on reading to find out everything you need to know about the Lanzarote cruise port – and how to plan your perfect day on the island.

Let’s get to it.

One Day in Lanzarote Itinerary: at a Glance

We chose to explore Lanzarote by ourselves. We grabbed a rental car at the Lanzarote Cruise Port and explored from there.

This one-day itinerary in Lanzarote will keep you busy for about 5-8 hours, depending on how long you spend at each stop. We had a short day on the island, so we did it in about 5 hours.

Driving is super easy on the island. The streets are in great shape, and the island is not too big. I can totally recommend following our 1-day Lanzarote itinerary:

• TopCar Car Rental
• Jameos Del Agua
• Volcano La Corona
• Mirador del Río
• Mirador de El Risco de Famara
• Teguise
• Caleta de Famara
• Charco de los Clicos
• Arrecife
• TopCar Car Rental

Tenerife Things To Do on a Cruise

1. Jameos Del Agua

Jameos del Agua is a super cool place, kind of like a natural wonder mixed with art. It’s an amazing first stop on your one day in Lanzarote.

It’s part of a long lava tube formed by a volcanic eruption. What makes it special is how it’s been transformed.

The artist César Manrique turned it into a mix of nature and human creativity. There’s a lake with tiny blind albino crabs. Plus, there’s a concert hall, a restaurant, and a swimming pool, all fitting in with the lava and rock.

My tip: It will take you about an hour to check it out. Make sure to bring some money, there is a small entrance fee.

2. Volcano La Corona

Volcano La Corona is another hidden gem in Lanzarote that you need to see next. It’s an ancient volcano that’s been sleeping for ages.

It’s the same volcano that created amazing lava tunnels, including the Jameos del Agua I just told you about.

The landscape around it is incredibly beautiful. You can see some rocky terrain and lots of red and black structures.

My tip: You can simply drive by and enjoy the view or even go on a hike there. Make sure to snap some pictures for Instagram; it is a great spot.

3. Mirador Del Río

Mirador del Rio is another must-visit spot in Lanzarote – I think it was my favorite place on the island. It’s a small viewpoint perched high up on a cliff about 500 meters above sea level.

The view is absolutely stunning! You get to see the Atlantic Ocean, the island of La Graciosa, and other little baby islands.

César Manrique, the same artist who did Jameos del Agua, designed the Mirador. It blends into the environment so well that you might not even notice it at first.

There are two viewing platforms, a museum, and a café. The view is incredibly amazing and totally worth the small entrance fee.

My tip: I suggest skipping the café since it gets super full there and getting your daily dose of caffeine on our next stop.

4. Mirador Del Riso De Famara

Mirador de El Risco de Famara is another breathtaking spot in Lanzarote. If you’re into dramatic views, you must put this on your one-day in Lanzarote itinerary.

The viewpoint is located on a cliff of the Famara massif. It is this big, rugged mountain range that is so famous.

From this viewpoint, you get to see some seriously stunning sights. You’ll be looking out over the Famara beach, which we’ll be visiting later.

The view of the beach with its golden sand and deep blue water is stunning. Plus, on a clear day, you can also see La Graciosa Island.

My tip: Getting there is a bit of a hike, but it’s so worth it. The trail can be a bit challenging, but the views make up for it. It’s a bit less known than some other spots, so it is quite the hidden gem.

5. Teguise

Our next stop is my wife’s favorite place in Lanzarote: Teguise village. It has been voted one of the most scenic villages in Spain.

Teguise has cute, white-washed houses, a lovely town square, and some boutiques and shops. The village is lovely and totally worth visiting.

This is a great place to buy some hand-crafted souvenirs.

My tip: stroll around and check out Jonnie’s bakery for a lovely cappuccino and a sweet delight.

6. Caleta de Famara

Our next stop on this one-day in Lanzarote itinerary is Caleta de Famara.

Caleta de Famara is a laid-back, charming little fishing village in Lanzarote. It is famous for its stunning beaches. This is one of the most impressive beaches I have ever seen.

Famara Beach is a long, sandy beach that is surrounded by dramatic cliffs. It is amazing for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing – and photography of course.

You can take a walk along the beach or have some seafood in the little village. We chose to eat in Arrecife instead since we wanted a traditional Spanish tapas lunch.

7. Charco de los Clicos

Charco de los Clicos is another cool spot that you need to see when venturing out from Lanzarote cruise port.

It’s located near El Golfo, a small fishing village, and is part of the Timanfaya National Park area.

It’s also known as the Green Lagoon because of the green lake. When you see it, you’ll totally get why. The natural pools have this intense green color, thanks to the algae in the water.

The lagoon is set on a black volcanic beach, which makes the green stand out even more. This is a great spot for a picture.

You can’t swim in the lagoon – it’s protected – but the view is stunning. If you have the time, explore the area around it as well.

8. Arrecife

Before heading to the Lanzarote Cruise Port, we decided to check out Arrecife. The area around the marina is the most beautiful.

From there, you can venture out on a lovely walk into the Old Town or have a sweet lunch next to all the old fishing boats.

Since most passengers have to be back on the ship for the rest of their Canary Island cruise, we are ending our itinerary in Arrecife.

There are so many cute restaurants next to each other, so you’ll have plenty of choices. We ate Tapas and Wine at Salitre, and I can recommend it wholeheartedly.

Conclusion

The island of Lanzarote is one of the most special ones I have ever seen.

From the surreal area of Jameos del Agua to the sleeping giant that is Volcano del Corona, each stop was a chapter from a storybook.

I gazed in awe at the stunning views from Mirador del Rio and loved exploring the village of Caleta de Famara next to the stunning beach.

We loved the island just as much as Tenerife and totally recommend a visit.