Best places to go on holidays in Fuerteventura
Located in the Canary Islands, Fuerteventura is the second largest island of the Canaries, only surpassed by Tenerife. Characterized by its huge beaches and long crossings, this island receives tourists from all over the world every year.
Want to know why so many people visit this island? Discover 5 places to go on holidays in Fuerteventura!
Charming places in Fuerteventura
With 6 municipalities, Fuerteventura has a small variety of picturesque villages whose visit is highly recommended. Here is a list of charming places in Fuerteventura that you will be able to visit in 7 days:
Tuineje
Tuineje is one of the towns of Fuerteventura with more tourist attractions. In this place, you can find out places such as Gran Tarajal beach, the Lighthouse of La Entallada, Los Molinos or its famous "Mirador de la Entallada".
This town is also prepared to cover all the leisure needs of the tourists who visit it. In Tuineje, water activities can be carried out, as well as boat tours. You can also go karting!
100% recommended!
Casillas del Ángel
Casillas del Angel is one of the main population centers of Puerto del Rosario, capital of Fuerteventura. This small town can be found just 11km far from the capital and we are sure that a short visit will be good enough for you to fall in love with the place.
Its main tourist attraction is the Church of Santa Ana, with more than 3 centuries old. In addition, you can visit the Rugama house, owned by an important aristocratic family of the time.
If you visit Puerto del Rosario, take the plunge!
Tesejerague
This small village of Fuerteventura belongs to Tuineje. In this town you can find the Hermitage of San Jose of Tesejerague. Located at the bottom of a tiny valley, this village is sheltered by the hills that surround it.
If you like small and peculiar villages, Tesejerague is your place!
Gran Tarajal
Also in Tuineje, one of the better places to go on holidays in Fuerteventura, is Gran Tarajal, a fishing village of just over 8,000 inhabitants. This place is characterized by its festivals, among which we find:
- Candelaria
- Carnivals of Gran Tarajal
- Youth Week
- Deep-sea fishing
- San Diego de Alcalá
It also has one of the most beautiful Fuerteventura beaches, which is approximately one kilometer long.
It is the closest town in the Canary Islands to the African continent, separated by 100 kilometers, more or less.
Ajuy
Between Pájara and Betancuria, two of the favourite places for tourists to go on holidays in Fuerteventura, we find the small village of Ajuy. Located in the Barranco de Ajuy, this area is characterized by its cliffs, worthy of being photographed.
Next to this village, you can find the "Puerto de la Peña", a small beach of dark sand that you will surely love.
If you like landscapes, you can also visit the "Natural Monument of Ajuy", where you can find the oldest rocks of the Canary Islands.
The Ajuy Caves are also well known. You can access them from the beach thanks to a path enabled for tourists.
Perfect if you like exploring hidden places and hiking with the family!
Villages of Fuerteventura you must not miss
You can find tons of beaches in Fuerteventura, which are its main tourist attraction. However, white sand beaches are not the only thing this island has to offer. Here some of the villages of Fuerteventura that you must not miss:
Las Playitas
This seaside village is definitely one of those must stop places to go whenever you visit Fuerteventura. The houses are superimposed on a hill that is perfectly located facing the ocean.
It is characterized by its typical fishermen's houses, white and blue striped. Why would you visit Grecia if you can go to Las Playitas?
On its beaches you can practice all kinds of water sports. In them, you can rent sun beds and umbrellas. You will also have access to a shower. It is easily accessible thanks to its parking lot.
In addition, you can visit the aforementioned "Entallada Lighthouse" just 5 minutes away by car.
Places to visit in Las Playitas:
- Beaches
- Skate-Park
- Entallada Lighthouse
- Natural Monument "Cuchillo de Vigán".
La Lajita
Another fishing village. This is one of the most interesting villages to visit in Fuerteventura. It has a pebble beach and black sand where you can enjoy restaurants specializing in fish.
A few kilometers from La Lajita is the Oasis Park, an amusement park that serves as a zoo, tourist garden and entertainment area. This park is also the largest theme park in the Canary Islands, so it is normal that thousands of tourists visit it every year.
Places to visit in La Lajita:
- Oasis Park
- Restaurants with seafood gastronomy
- Beaches
La Oliva
La Oliva is characterized as one of the favourite places to go on holiday in Fuerteventura. Located in the north of the island, it has two of the main tourist centers of Fuerteventura: Corralejo and El Cotillo.
This town has several tourist attractions, among which are the Tindaya Mountain and the Corralejo Dunes. It also has small villages of considerable cultural interest, such as Lajares or La Caldereta.
If you are a beach lover, you will get plenty of them! Some of the main beaches of La Oliva are:
- Playa del Aguila
- La Concha Beach
- Esquinzo Beach
- El Caletón
- Jablito Beach
- El Bajo Negro
In La Oliva, you can visit the "Los Coroneles House", the oldest house in the Canary Islands.
Places to visit in La Oliva:
- Town of La Oliva
- Candelaria Church
- Toscón Castle
- Corralejo
- Ravine of Los Encantos
- House of the Coroneles
- Acua Water Park
In conclusion, you must visit this island! If you want go on holiday in Fuerteventura on your next vacation, take into account the places we have mentioned, you will not regret it!
