Is Puerto del Carmen in Lanzarote safe?

It is a very safe family resort no problems walking around at that time of day. Just like anywhere lone females or drunk solo people walking in dark alleys you might have an issue but other than that not at all crime such as muggings etc are very low compared to other parts of Europe or the UK.



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If it's your first time planning a visit to Lanzarote (or the Canary Islands in general) you may be wondering if it's a safe destination and which places you should avoid. Generally, Lanzarote is a safe destination and you should have no problems as long as you pay the same attention as you do at home.

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Playa Grande This beach is located in Puerto del Carmen, this is the first tourist area of the island. It is a familiar option with calm waters, ideal to have a good time in the water swimming.

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del Carmen) is the main tourist town on the island of Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain. It is part of the municipality of Tías. Most of Lanzarote's over 1 million visitors per year choose this town as their destination. As a result, almost all of the town's economy revolves around tourism.

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Most of Lanzarote nightlife is concentrated on the southern coast, where you can visit clubs and cocktail bars in Puerto del Carmen. This is where you'll find one of the Canary Islands' party hotspots, Avenida de las Playas, where you can dance the night away to everything from hardcore house to glam disco.

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The heart of Lanzarote's clubbing scene, Puerto del Carmen is popular with partygoers and those looking for a buzzing, action-packed holiday.

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Playa Grande, also known as Playa Blanca, is one of the best beaches in Puerto del Carmen, and the most popular one. It stretches over half a mile along the touristic center of town, and while it's an urban beach, it boasts a beautiful environment with golden sand and calm waters. What is this?

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Lanzarote airport and Puerto del Carmen are 9.5 km by road. You can get there by taxi or by taking a shared shuttle.

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The warmest water temperature is in September with an average around 72.9°F / 22.7°C. The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 65.5°F / 18.6°C.

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But in some areas as the Canaries it may taste weird so even most locals may prefer using bottled water. You can safely use tap water to cook, make your tea, wash you teeth...

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Sheltered in a bay on the southern tip of Lanzarote, the golden sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters of Papagayo Beach make it paradise on earth.

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Pickpockets in Lanzarote Since Lanzarote is an important tourist destination and one of the most visited islands in the Canaries, the place also tends to attract pickpockets, so be very careful with your purse and your documents, especially when you are in crowded places like markets and when you are on the beach.

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Like the rest of Spain, Lanzarote uses the euro. Car hire is advisable, as public transport is a little patchy and many of the most beautiful corners of the island are accessible only under your own steam. Despite a rather relaxed approach to signalling, regulations are fairly strict.

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Puerto del Carmen is widely recognised as being the most lively resort on the island, with numerous bars, clubs and restaurants centred around the Centro Atlantico area of the sea front strip Avenida de las Playas, and this is certainly the place to make for if you wish to dance 'til dawn.

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Green Lake is a protected area so it is strictly forbidden to swim in it or to throw any kind of garbage in its surroundings. It is everyone's duty to take care of our natural heritage in order to continue enjoying it for many years more.

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PUERTO DEL CARMEN The island's first beach resort is one of the most popular places in Lanzarote to swim, play, cycle, or stroll along golden sands, and its 6km shoreline hosts countless festivals and parades year-round.

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Puerto del Carmen has some of the best and most dependable weather in Lanzarote. Its close to the airport and has lots of nice beaches.

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Located just 10 minutes drive from the Airport, Puerto del Carmen is Lanzarote's busiest, oldest and liveliest resort.

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As with all of Mexico, the vast majority of Playa del Carmen visitors are completely safe. There are isolated incidents of crime like any other place on Earth, but for the most part, it's one of the best places to visit in Mexico.

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