What to see and do in La Graciosa
The eighth island
A guide to La Graciosa with 11 hand-picked places. Each one with how to get there, useful tips and any permits you need.
How to get to La Graciosa
Take the ferry from Órzola (Lanzarote) to Caleta de Sebo. There are no paved roads: get around on foot, by bike or by 4x4 taxi.
- Nature & scenery (4)
- Adventure & sport (3)
- Camping & vans (1)
- Towns, heritage & food (2)
- Fiestas & tradition (1)
Upcoming events in La Graciosa
Nature & scenery
Beach & cove
Playa de las Conchas
Teguise, La Graciosa
Golden sand facing Montaña Clara and Alegranza. Quite possibly one of the most beautiful beaches in the Canaries.
📷 Best light: at sunset
⚠️ Very dangerous currents: better not to swim.
Playa de La Francesa
Teguise, La Graciosa
Calm turquoise water a short walk from Caleta de Sebo. Perfect for an unhurried swim.
Playa Lambra
Teguise, La Graciosa
A wild beach in the north of the island, among volcanoes and facing Alegranza. Nobody around.
⚠️ Strong currents: better enjoyed from the shore.
Photo spot
The sandy streets of Caleta de Sebo
Teguise, La Graciosa
A village without tarmac: white houses, blue doors and sandy streets. Photogenic at any hour.
📷 Best light: during the day
Adventure & sport
Hiking trail
Montaña Amarilla
Teguise, La Graciosa
A short walk to an ochre volcano by the sea, with coves below and views of Lanzarote.
Snorkelling
Playa de La Cocina
Teguise, La Graciosa
A cove at the foot of Montaña Amarilla with crystal-clear water for snorkelling on calm days.
Activity
Bike ride to Pedro Barba
Teguise, La Graciosa
With no paved roads, a bike is the best way to get around. Sandy tracks lead to the tiny hamlet of Pedro Barba.
Camping & vans
Beach camping
El Salado beach camping
Teguise, La Graciosa
The only authorised camping area on La Graciosa, by the sea and minutes from Caleta de Sebo. Free, with toilets and showers.
Directions: Ferry from Órzola (Lanzarote) to Caleta de Sebo, then a few minutes’ walk to the beach.
⚠️ Book via the National Parks centre; up to 7 days, limited places.
📝 Permit or advance booking required: apply here.
Towns, heritage & food
Charming town
Pedro Barba
Teguise, La Graciosa
A hamlet of white houses by a calm cove on the east of the island.
Local flavours
Fresh fish in Caleta de Sebo
Teguise, La Graciosa
Harbour restaurants serving fish from the island’s own boats. A must before you head back.
Fiestas & tradition
Patron saint fiesta
Our Lady of Carmen festivities
Teguise (Caleta de Sebo), La Graciosa
Our Lady of Carmen, patron of sailors, is carried in a sea procession among decorated boats.
📅 In July, around the 16th
Opening hours, access and permits can change: always check official sources before you go and respect natural areas.
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