Nazaret, Lanzarote: Holiday Guide for UK Travellers
Provincia de Las Palmas · Canary Islands · Spain · 10,000 residents
Nazaret is a small inland town of around 10,000 people on Lanzarote, set about 207 metres above sea level rather than on the shore. What it lacks in seafront it makes up for in position. Lanzarote airport, with direct flights from the United Kingdom, is roughly 7 miles and ten minutes away by car. The Fundación César Manrique is under 3 miles from the centre, and the Archaeological area of Zonzamas is closer still. Teguise lies just over a mile away and Costa Teguise about 5 miles off, so a quiet base here keeps both culture and coast within easy reach for a holiday or a few days out.
Why go
- The Fundación César Manrique, the island's best-known museum, is just 2.7 miles from town.
- Lanzarote airport has direct UK flights and is only about ten minutes' drive away.
- The Archaeological area of Zonzamas, a protected cultural site, sits under 2 miles from Nazaret.
Top sights in Nazaret
Museums and Ancient Sites Close By
The headline sight is the Fundación César Manrique, a museum housed in a notable architectural structure about 2.7 miles from Nazaret. It is the most widely recognised place near town, and it suits families as well as anyone with an eye for art and design.
Nearer still, roughly 1.8 miles away, is the Archaeological area of Zonzamas, listed as cultural property in the municipality of Teguise. It makes a good counterpoint to the museum, taking you back from modern design to the island's older past.
Tours, tickets and activities around Nazaret can be booked directly on this page, where you will find the current options shown as booking cards.
Tours & tickets in Nazaret
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Nazaret can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Nazaret
Choosing Between Inland Calm and Coast
Nazaret itself is an inland town of about 10,000 residents, so staying here means a quieter, residential feel rather than a resort strip. It suits travellers who plan to drive out each day and want short hops to the airport and the main cultural sights.
If you would rather wake up near the sea, Costa Teguise is about 5 miles away on the coast. Arrecife, around 6 miles off with a population of over 61,000, is the largest place nearby and the natural choice if you want more going on after dark. Teguise, little more than a mile away, offers a small-town alternative.
This page shows live hotel prices for Nazaret and the surrounding area, so you can compare options once you have settled on the kind of base you want.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Nazaret and the villages around it is a hire car from Lanzarote (ACE), about 10 min away.
Best time to visit Nazaret
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Ferries and the Short Transfer
The nearest airport is Lanzarote (ACE), a large airport with direct flights from the United Kingdom. It is about 7 miles from Nazaret, and the drive takes roughly ten minutes, making this one of the easiest transfers you will find.
For island hopping, the port at Arrecife is around 6 miles away, with ferry routes to Las Palmas and to Corralejo via Playa Blanca. Playa Blanca, about 20 miles from Nazaret, runs crossings to Corralejo on Fuerteventura in around 30 minutes, and Corralejo itself, roughly 28 miles away including the sea crossing, links back to Playa Blanca on the same 30-minute route.
By air
- Lanzarote (ACE)7 miles, about 10 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Arrecife (6 miles), Playa Blanca (21 miles), Corralejo (28 miles).
Nazaret is good for
Around Nazaret
Easy Outings Around Nazaret
Everything nearby is close. Teguise is just 1.2 miles away, with San Bartolomé about 3.7 miles off and Costa Teguise around 5 miles away for time by the coast. Arrecife and the small village of Guatiza are each roughly 6 miles away.
A little further, Mala and Tinajo both sit about 7 miles from Nazaret, and Tías is around 7.5 miles away. With distances this short, you can easily fit two or three of these into a single day with car hire.
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Practical Points Before You Go
Nazaret is inland and sits at around 207 metres, about 680 feet, so it is not a walk-to-the-beach base. Car hire makes the most sense here; the airport, Costa Teguise and the main sights are all within a short drive.
With a population of roughly 10,000, the town is modest in size. For a wider choice of shops and evenings out, Arrecife, about 6 miles away, is the obvious place to head.
If you plan to visit Fuerteventura, allow for the drive to Playa Blanca, about 20 miles, before the 30-minute crossing to Corralejo.
Questions people ask
How far is Nazaret from Lanzarote airport?
Lanzarote airport (ACE) is about 7 miles from Nazaret, and the drive takes roughly ten minutes. It is a large airport with direct flights from the United Kingdom, so the transfer at either end of your holiday is very short.
Is Nazaret on the coast?
No. Nazaret is an inland town at about 207 metres above sea level. The nearest coastal base listed nearby is Costa Teguise, around 5 miles away, and Arrecife is about 6 miles off, so the sea is a short drive away.
How far is the Fundación César Manrique from Nazaret?
The Fundación César Manrique is about 2.7 miles from Nazaret. It is a museum in a notable architectural structure and is well suited to families and culture lovers. Tickets and tours can be booked on this page.
Can I take a ferry to Fuerteventura from near Nazaret?
Yes. Playa Blanca, roughly 20 miles from Nazaret, has crossings to Corralejo on Fuerteventura taking around 30 minutes. Arrecife port, about 6 miles away, also has routes to Corralejo via Playa Blanca, as well as to Las Palmas.
Do I need car hire to stay in Nazaret?
It is the most practical choice. Nazaret is inland, and its main draws, including the Fundación César Manrique, Zonzamas, Teguise and Costa Teguise, are all within about 5 miles, which is easy by car but less convenient without one.