Charco del Palo

Lanzarote


If you fancy bathing (or even shopping!) in the buff, the naturist resort of Charco del Palo is bordered by pleasant sandy beaches and glimmering rocky coves. It's 5km northeast of Guatiza, signposted at the south end of Mala.


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1. Jardín de Cactus

1.58 MILES

Built into an old quarry, just north of tiny Guatiza, the Jardín de Cactus is said to have been Manrique’s favourite personal creation. Opened in 1991, it…

2. Playa de la Garita

3.27 MILES

Arrieta's main attraction is small, golden, sandy-rocky Playa de la Garita, home to a couple of buzzy beach restaurants where you can relax over drinks,…

3. Piscinas de Punta Mujeres

4.13 MILES

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4. Casa-Museo César Manrique

5.16 MILES

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5. Jameos del Agua

5.25 MILES

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6. Cueva de los Verdes

5.37 MILES

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7. Lanzarote Aquarium

5.88 MILES

If you're at a loose end with the kids, the aquarium at the northeast end of town is an OK wet-weather option, though some balk at the high entrance fees…

8. Playa de las Cucharas

6.18 MILES

Costa Teguise's main beach is a sparkling pale-gold sweep of family-friendly sand dotted with sunbeds and overlooked by cafes, bars, restaurants, palms…