Once a small fishing port, Playa Blanca is now a thriving resort, although it’s fair to say that unlike some of the other resorts on the island it has done very well when it comes to sticking to its roots.

Although relatively small, there is plenty to do in Playa Blanca, both for couples of all ages and families.

It is not unusual for people to book into a hotel or stay in an aparthotel when on holiday in Playa Blanca, and with the extreme summer heat can be too easy to just sit around the pool all day.

But there are plenty of other things to be doing in Playa Blanca.

Here are our top 5:

1. Hire a bike. There is a footpath in Playa Blanca that stretches from the lighthouse(s) in Faro de Pechiguera right through to Punta de Papagayo. It’s a fair treck and be careful of pedestrians!

2. Take a trip on the Glass Bottom boat. The sea around Playa Blanca is crystal clear, so what better way to see what’s beneath it than taking a trip on the glass bottom boat? The boat departs from both the harbour and the Rubicon Marina and heads towards the Papagayo beaches.

3. Relax on one of the beaches. There are a number of small(ish) beaches along the coastal footpath, scattered amongst a number of rocky coves. The main beach in Playa Blanca is sandwiched between two man-made beaches in Playa Dorado and Playa Flamingo. (At the time of writing Playa Flamingo is currently undergoing an overhaul and unavailable to the public)

4. Go Diving! Playa Blanca is home to the Lanzarote Dive College. Located by the Hotel Natura Palace (a short walk from the Playa Flamingo beach, towards the lighthouse) the Dive Centre caters for everyone from beginners to instructors.

5. Visit the bi-weekly market at the Rubicon Marina. Twice a week (Wednesdays and Saturdays) a local trade market takes place at the Rubicon Marina. You can find all sorts of bargains here from local crafts (a fantastic trader who builds leather chairs while you wait!), local wines and local products such as Aloe Vera gels and creams.

So, although Playa Blanca is the ideal place to relax, there is still plenty going on should you feel the need to venture outside your hotel during the day!