If you are looking for the must-see places in Fuerteventura to enjoy a dream holiday, you cannot miss this post. These are the places that, from the Lopesan Hotel Group Blog, we recommend so that you can make your days on the island the most entertaining and unforgettable of your life.
Peaceful mornings sunbathing, walks through the island’s volcanic areas or evenings on the terraces by the ports — all this and much more awaits you in Fuerteventura, and in this brief guide you will be able to gather the best ideas to make the most of your getaway.
Must-see places in Fuerteventura to enjoy:
Dunas de Corralejo
The Corralejo Dunes Natural Park is one of the first must-see places in Fuerteventura. In fact, the entire Corralejo area should be an essential stop on your trip.
The dunes are precisely that scenery you will not want to miss on your next holiday. They are a formation of marine sands settled on basaltic lava flows. They stretch across eight kilometres of white sand bordering crystal-clear turquoise waters.
Simply exploring this landscape is already quite an adventure, with its unique flora and fauna. However, the Corralejo Dunes offer much more to enjoy. Swimming at its beaches is almost a must. In fact, you will be able to choose between several beaches offering everything needed for enjoyment, whether with family or while practising your favourite sports.
Some of these beaches include Playa El Burro, famous for its kite festival, or Los Martos, where you can sunbathe and enjoy the water with a refreshing swim.
Besides hiking routes and sunbathing, sports lovers can practise surfing, kitesurfing and windsurfing. Without a doubt, the Corralejo Dunes are an excellent place to spend a fun and different day.
Explore the Ajuy Caves
We now change the scenery slightly and move on to this natural wonder of Ajuy with incalculable geological and archaeological value. Not only the caves themselves (which are an astonishing place), but also the route leading to them is truly incredible, offering views of the vast blue ocean and the fossil dunes with curves and truly surprising shapes dating back 70 million years.
This is not just another visit; it is a journey back in time to the island’s earliest days. A unique experience you simply cannot miss!
Along the route towards the caves, you will come across the remains of kilns once used to extract and process limestone, a key industry that once boosted trade in the area.
Inside the caves, their formations will amaze you because of their height — around 40 metres — and because of the beauty left behind by the lava flows: dark basaltic rock that almost seems to transport us to another planet.
Tindaya
Our route through the must-see places of Fuerteventura now takes us to a place full of mystery. Located near La Oliva, Mount Tindaya, with its 400 metres in height, is not only a place of great archaeological value, but the island’s ancient inhabitants attributed magical properties to it.
For those looking to go hiking in a place with beautiful views and a very special history, Tindaya or “The Great Mountain” is precisely the place to visit. We recommend bringing comfortable footwear, water supplies, sun cream and getting ready to enjoy a dreamlike walk through this “sacred” place in Fuerteventura.
Tour around Lobos Island
From Corralejo, we can spot the islet of Lobos. This natural space, very well preserved, is one of the must-see places in Fuerteventura, as the beauty of the place will leave you speechless.
As it is a protected area, access must be authorised, so you will need to request prior permission before visiting. Also, bear in mind that reaching Lobos Island requires travelling by boat from the port of Corralejo. Plan your visit!
Once on the islet, you will have the option of taking a short walk around the main highlights, a longer route to explore the entire place or simply enjoying an afternoon of sunshine and a swim in its wonderful turquoise waters.
If your idea is to go hiking around the islet, we recommend bringing sunglasses, a cap and sun cream, and of course, good footwear, as the terrain requires it. Along the islet’s paths, you can reach the Martiño Lighthouse or the La Caldera volcano.
Without a doubt, it is a perfect getaway to discover a little more about the variety of landscapes that Fuerteventura has to offer.
Do not miss the Jandía Peninsula
Let us now travel south once again and visit another wonderful part of the island: the Jandía Peninsula is considered one of the areas with the best beaches in Fuerteventura.
Connected to the island by what is known as the Isthmus of La Pared, which is barely 6 kilometres wide, it is possible to see the water both to the right and to the left of this small peninsula.
The area itself is perfect for wonderful excursions and for contemplating the vastness of the ocean and how it merges with the brightness and blue of the sky. Get your camera ready to capture the beauty of this place forever!
The beaches of the Jandía Peninsula are the main attraction of this area. Below, we tell you which are the most outstanding and why you simply cannot miss them.
Sotavento Beaches
Sotavento is one of the best areas to spend the afternoon sunbathing or enjoying water sports. Why? Because of the variety of beaches found here: La Barca, Mirador, Risco del Paso, Los Canarios and Mal Nombre are five ideal places to spend time with family or let the wind and waves allow you to practise surfing.
Morro Jable
This is a key tourist stop when visiting Jandía. It is a truly beautiful village filled with streets, terraces and shops inviting you to spend the day there. We recommend visiting Playa del Matorral and walking all the way to the lighthouse, from where you can enjoy hypnotic views.
The area also has a sea turtle recovery centre, which could be a fun and interesting visit, especially if you are travelling with children.
Costa Calma
Just two kilometres from a beautiful and paradise-like beach area, near La Lajita, Costa Calma is a destination that cannot be missing from your list of places to visit in Fuerteventura. Spending a few days on its peaceful and spacious golden sandy beach is a truly relaxing experience, ideal for recharging your batteries.
More beaches you cannot miss in Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura is an ideal island for true beach enjoyment. That is why our list of must-see places in Fuerteventura could not leave out these beaches where you can soak up the sun and enjoy yourself with family or friends.
Los Lagos and La Concha Beaches
We already know that the beaches of Corralejo and Jandía are a true spectacle of turquoise waters, but these are not the only beaches with dreamlike beauty inviting you to swim and sunbathe. The beaches of Los Lagos and La Concha in El Cotillo are among the most visited. Both are located very close to each other, so you can visit them on the same day, and they stand out for being among the calmest beaches on the island.
Thanks to the shape of their reef and the moderate waves, these beaches and the other coves in the area are ideal places for families, especially for visiting with younger children. In addition, you will find several restaurants and beach bars nearby, giving you every comfort needed to enjoy a perfect beach day.
Playa El Águila
This is one of the most isolated and wild beaches in Fuerteventura, undoubtedly one of the island’s most beautiful almost untouched places. With no nearby services or developments, it is a perfect solitary place for introspection and relaxation while sunbathing.
It is an ideal place to enjoy nature, as the strong breeze and waves can make swimming difficult at certain times. However, it is highly recommended for appreciating the beauty of the cliffs in the area.
Playa Esmeralda
Another excellent beach for enjoying the sun and sand of Fuerteventura is Playa Esmeralda, perfect for adults, as the waves and wind can be somewhat strong for younger children, making it an ideal place for practising various water sports, such as windsurfing.
Discover the villages of Fuerteventura
We have already taken a brief tour through some of the island’s key areas. However, among the must-see places in Fuerteventura, we cannot leave out a visit to the island’s most picturesque and beautiful villages.
Village of El Cotillo
In the municipality of La Oliva, we find this small coastal village that you will truly enjoy exploring. Many of its white houses contrast with the intense blue of the sea and sky. In El Cotillo, you will find terraces, restaurants and shops that you can explore before heading down to the wonderful beaches in the area.
If you enjoy historical tours, El Tostón Castle is a place you simply cannot miss. This castle dates back to the 14th century and served as protection against possible pirate attacks.
Two other places in Cotillo that are must-see places in Fuerteventura are the Lighthouse and the Traditional Fishing Museum. Do not leave the village without visiting them!
Puerto del Rosario
Of course, you cannot miss the island’s capital. The most attractive thing about Puerto del Rosario is… absolutely everything! Its streets, shops, restaurants, nightclubs and even the architecture itself.
The capital of Fuerteventura boasts a great variety of unique cultural centres such as the Museum of Unamuno, a place promoting the author’s work and telling us about his time on the island; the La Alcogida Ecomuseum, which allows us to get closer to the island’s traditional life and architecture; and the Juan Ismael Art Centre, which serves as the exhibition space for contemporary works in Puerto del Rosario.
Betancuria
Another of the must-see villages in Fuerteventura is Betancuria, a place steeped in history, notable for being one of the first populated places in the Canary Islands, around 1404.
Walking through its streets is an experience we highly recommend because of its historical importance as well as its beauty. The Archaeological Museum, the Church of Santa María and the Ermita de Nuestra Señora de la Peña are three places you simply cannot miss during your visit to Betancuria.
Enjoy the gastronomy of Fuerteventura
An essential part of visiting Fuerteventura is enjoying the rhythm and lifestyle of the island and, of course, trying its gastronomy, such as Majorero cheese: unique in the world, with a Designation of Origin, which will make you fall in love with it and want to try it again.
Discover Fuerteventura with Lopesan Hotel Group
Fuerteventura is a perfect destination for combining beaches, nature, sport and relaxation all year round. If you are planning your trip and looking for your hotel in Fuerteventura, Lopesan Hotel Group offers hotels and villas in the south of the island, in the Jandía and Morro Jable area, one of the best locations to enjoy the sea, climate and tranquillity of the island.
From here, you can discover some of the must-see places in Fuerteventura, practise water sports, enjoy local gastronomy and admire some of the best sunsets in the archipelago. Lopesan Hotel Group invites you to enjoy a unique stay and turn your trip to Fuerteventura into an unforgettable experience.
