Museus em Lanzarote

Lanzarote Museums & Galleries

Lanzarote’s cultural landscape is defined by the legacy of César Manrique and the island's volcanic geology. This collection features sites like Jameos del Agua and the César Manrique Foundation, where architecture integrates with lava tubes and caves. Historical fortresses, including the Castle of Santa Bárbara, house museums dedicated to piracy and history. Other highlights include the underwater sculptures of the Atlantic Museum and ethnographic displays at Tanit and El Patio, which preserve the island's agricultural traditions and volcanic crafts.

Lanzarote Museums & Galleries — Mapa

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Jameos del Agua

This fairylike volcanic lagoon is home to endemic blind albino crabs. You can also find a unique grotto auditorium here and "House of the…

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Lagomar Residence

House and its garden built into the volcanic rock. Fascinating place that used to serve as a filming atelier, now it hosts art exhibitions.

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Cesar Manrique Foundation

César Manrique Cabrera was a Spanish artist, sculptor and nature activist from Lanzarote, known particularly for the architectural projects…

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Saint Barbara Castle

Impressive fortress built for the defence from pirates. Later served as a prison, now houses an elaborate Piracy museum.

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Saint Gabriel Castle

Situated on a small island accessible via two causeways, this compact fortress was built in 16th century for defensive purposes.

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Monumento al Campesino

Created by César Manrique, this monument and museum pay tribute to Lanzarote's agriculture.

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Casa Museo César Manrique

Located in Haría, this was the final residence and studio of artist César Manrique. The museum showcases his personal belongings, unfinished works, and traditional architecture set within a lush palm grove.

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Atlantic Museum

An underwater sculpture museum situated 12 meters deep off the coast of Playa Blanca. Created by artist Jason deCaires Taylor, the installation features over 300 life-sized figures and is accessible via scuba diving or snorkeling.

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The Aloe Vera House

Company museum dedicated to the history of aloe vera treatments and to its medical effects. Visit this modern complex to learn more about it.

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Etnographic Museum Tanit

Picturesque museum that set its goal on presenting the traditional way of life in Lanzarote with its customs.

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Museo Aloé +

An interpretation center and shop focused on the history and cultivation of aloe vera in the Canary Islands. It features displays on the plant’s medicinal properties and traditional harvesting methods.

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El Patio Agricultural Museum

Open-air museum with preserved farmers complex from 19th century is dedicated to presenting the local agricultural tradition.