Mirador del Río, best tours and attractions
Northern Lanzarote tour with Green Caves and Jameos del Agua with optional lunch
Larger-than-life Lanzarote legend César Manrique left his imprint all over the island, but nowhere more so than the north. The architect was inspired by the region's extraordinary geology. This tour takes in three iconic sights – the Green Caves, Jameos del Agua and Mirador del Rio. David, one of our local guides, says, "the north of the island was a canvas for Manrique's palette. As he used to say, “the north is still the traditional Lanzarote.”First up are the Green Caves, where a maze of galleries and stairways lead you to a natural auditorium. These caverns – 16 have been discovered so far – are air bubbles that are linked by a tunnel created by the lava flow from a volcanic eruption. During the 1960s, the Cabildo of Lanzarote commissioned Jesús Soto to adapt the cave system for visitors, creating one of the island's most fascinating attractions. The influence of Manrique is, however, even more pronounced in the Jameos del Agua. Here, he harmonised this roofless volcanic cave, adding rock gardens and a glassy lake, filled with blind, white crabs found only in Lanzarote.Also on the agenda is Mirador del Rio, one of Manrique's most sci-fi creations. Not only does this viewpoint blend in seamlessly with its surroundings atop a 470-metre-tall cliff, but it boasts wow-factor vistas across to the island of La Graciosa. Next, you'll head to Haria, an oasis of green known as the “Valley of a Thousand Palms,” scattered with whitewashed houses and surrounded by peaks. If you book the tour option that includes lunch, you'll sit down for a meal made from locally sourced ingredients in a typical Canarian house here, too.
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Northern Delights Tour with La Graciosa
It's northern Lanzarote's time to shine on this full-day tour. First up is a poke around LagOmar, an architectural masterpiece co-designed by the island's favourite artist, Cesar Manrique. Then, you'll hop across to the unspoilt island of La Graciosa. After lunch, you'll have some free time to explore, before heading back to Lanzarote just in time for photos and great views at Mirador del Rio.
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This tour follows in the footsteps of Lanzarote's much-loved local artist, Cesar Manrique. Admire his Cactus Garden, see the inspiring natural wonders of the Green Caves, and visit the typical town of Teguise.
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Rancho Texas Lanzarote Park with transfers
Enjoy a day out at this popular, beautifully maintained Wild West, animal and water park. Near Puerto del Carmen, its 60,000 square metres of desert and gardens bristle with great animals, shows and cowboy and Indian adventures that'll keep everyone smiling. See the gorgeous white tigers and majestic lynxes. Peer at armour-plated armadillos, plodding tortoises and sleepy iguanas. There's also a petting farm, pony rides, a medicine man's cave and an Indian Village where the kids can play in wigwams, paddle kayaks and even pan for gold at a working wooden waterwheel.But the biggest draws are probably the shows. Running throughout the day, they include breathtaking birds-of-prey displays where eagles and hawks fly inches above your head, funny parrot tricks and a sea lion show. Then cool off at the Pool & Splash Zone where you can laze by the pool, compete in water games or race down the slides set within rocks and lava typical of Lanzarote. You're free to rove around and take in everything as you please.
Rancho Texas Park Evening BBQ and Transfer
Step this way for an evening of whip-cracking Wild West entertainment at Lanzarote's Rancho Texas Park. There'll be an all-you-can-eat barbecue buffet, free-flowing drinks and, of course, some themed entertainment to get you into the spirit.The night begins when you're met by a posse of horseback cowboys and Indians and welcomed to the ranch by saloon gals and girls. Then help yourself to an eat-as-much-as-you-like barbecue buffet served with complimentary beer, sangria and soft drinks. The drinks keep flowing from then on - just ask for refills when your glass is empty.And once you're seated, it's time for the main event. Think awesome horse riding displays, a whip and lasso show, comedy skits and thigh-slapping dance demos. You can also try out line dancing, ride a bucking bull and dance the night away to the Country and Western band. And once you're all yee-hawed out, we'll even steer you back home.
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Aqualava Waterpark with Transfer
Book here to experience a day out at Aqualava Waterpark, Lanzarote, complete with transfers.
Fred Olsen Return Ferry Tickets to Fuerteventura
Book here for your Fred Olsen ferry tickets from Lanzarote to Fuerteventura and make the crossing to explore a different island.
Christmas Country & Western Night at Rancho Texas Ticket
Enjoy a night of festive fun at Rancho Grande in Lanzarote. Book here for lots of holiday cheer, with drinks, barbecue and show.
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Music Hall Tavern New Year's Eve with Transfer
Celebrate New Year at Lanzarote's famous Music Hall Tavern. Book now for a three course dinner and show with transfers included.
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Discover the shoals and shipwrecks off Lanzarote with this submarine tour from Puerto Calero. Book here for cruise plus return transfers.
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Country and Western Halloween night at Rancho Texas ticket
Trick or treat yourself to a Halloween-themed family night out at Rancho Texas. Book your tickets today.
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Lanzarote Sea Trek Dive Experience
Explore the seabed off Lanzarote without getting your hair wet. Book here for a Sea Trek diving experience.
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Aquapark Costa Teguise is the place to go to for adrenaline-fuelled hydrotherapy. Book your tickets here.
Native Diving Learning - Double Try Dive
If you've fancied a taster of scuba diving but don't want to sign up for a full course just yet, then this is just for you, and the kids. You'll join qualified instructors to get your first feel of
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Lobos Island and Dolphin Watching Trip
Book here for a tour of Lobos Island. Sail from Puerto del Carmen on the lookout for dolphins and whales, before spending time swimming and relaxing.
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Country and Western Halloween night at Rancho Texas with transport
Trick or treat yourself to a Halloween-themed family night out with transport at Rancho Texas. Book your tickets today.
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Buy your ticket for a dolphin spotting boat trip to Lanzarote's Lobos Island, here.
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Arrecife pedal-powered kayak tour with optional snorkelling
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The inside story
Perched high above Lanzarote’s northern coastline, Mirador del Río is one of the island’s most spectacular viewpoints. Designed by renowned artist and architect César Manrique, the lookout blends seamlessly into the surrounding cliffs, revealing breathtaking views only once you step inside. From here, the Atlantic stretches towards the neighbouring island of La Graciosa, with volcanic landscapes and rugged coastlines unfolding in every direction.
You can take in panoramic views from the observation deck, relax with a drink in the café, or explore the building’s curved windows and organic design, which reflect Manrique’s vision of architecture working in harmony with nature. On clear days, the contrast between the deep blue ocean, ochre cliffs and untouched islands creates one of Lanzarote’s most memorable vistas. Mirador del Río is built nearly 500 metres above sea level and was carefully integrated into the cliff face to minimise its visual impact on the landscape.
