Puerto del Carmen is one of the main tourist towns on the island of Lanzarote. It is situated in the southern-central part of the island and only 10 minutes drive from the airport. Puerto del Carmen is central to everything the Island has to offer and covers the coastal area of the municipality of Tias, one of the island´s 7 municipalities.
Originally just a small fishing village, it has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Canary Islands. Puerto del Carmen has more than 6km of beautiful beaches with calm and peaceful waters that line its coast. Puerto del Carmen has everything one would want - Relaxing, entertainment, landscapes, beautiful beaches, fantastic weather, sport, leisure, fresh air, charm and traditions.
Avenida de las Playas, a promenade full of shops, cafes and restaurants runs parallel to the beautiful coastline.
The old town of Puerto Del Carmen is a picturesque fishing port containing a wide variety of fabulous restaurants. Here you can eat anything from a traditional Canarian dish, Italian pasta or pizza to Irish or English breakfast. This is definitely a must for those who love fine foods in wonderful surroundings.
