A Guide to the Best of Haría, Lanzarote

Last Updated on 5th June 2024 by Sophie Nadeau

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Haría is not only the name of the Northernmost administrative region of Lanzarote, but is also the name of a town bearing the same name. An oasis of greenery in the midst of an otherwise arid landscape, the delightful settlement of Haría is a must-see when in the North of Lanzarote. Here’s a guide to the best things to do in Haría, as well as what to know before you go!

Haría remains somewhat of a hidden gem in Lanzarote and was one of the least touristy places that we visited, making it one of our favourite finds during our stay on the Volcanic Island.

We also loved the sheer amount of greenery in and around town; from the trailing flowering bougainvillea to the sheer number of palm trees, this verdant area was a true highlight of our stay. For more inspiration, check out these top quotes about Spain and our suggestions for how to spend 3 days in Lanzarote.

The Valley of 1000 Palms

The population of Haría hovers around 1000 residents and is a sleepy little village in Haría Valley, which is fondly nicknamed ‘The Valley of 1,000 Palms’- you’ll soon see that the nickname is well-deserved once you’ve personally seen the sheer number of palm trees in the valley! Though Haría has more palm trees than anywhere else, the most famous palm tree on the island is undoubtedly the leaning palm tree.

What’s more is that many of the palm trees are well over a hundred years old. Local legend tells that a family would plant a new palm tree (or two) for every time a child was born. Families would plant one palm tree for a girl, and two for a buy, thus soon populating the Valley with countless palms.

Palm trees are not the only fauna species in abundance. Indeed, you’ll soon spy plenty of prickly pears (some of the most impressive I’ve ever seen), as well as a plethora of other succulent and cacti species, some of which are endemic to the valley.

Best things to do in Haría

Plaza Leon y Castillo

One of the most beautiful spots in town is Plaza Leon y Castillo, where visitors will soon find a handful of cafés serving up fresh drinks and a selection of tapas dishes. It’s also quite common for any drink served to be accompanied with a bowl of delicious olives.

Overshadowed by majestic trees, we personally loved having a refreshing drink at Bar Cafeteria El Rincón de Quino. The Restaurante Tacande also looked fairly appealing for an evening meal, though we unfortunately didn’t have time to sample the food there!

Wander the town 

One of the more delightful attractions in Haría is simply to wander the town and all your feet to guide you where they will. En route, you’ll soon discover plenty of the whitewashed houses that Lanzarote is so famous for (the other islands have colourful houses).

Mirador de Haría

For one of the best views of the town and the Valley of 1000 palms, the Mirador de Haría is around a 5-10 minute drive from the town centre. The viewpoint is also known as Mirador de Malpaso, though be wary of limited opening times.

The viewpoint is open from 11 AM – 3 PM from Monday through to Sunday. A shuttle bus is available from the Haría Municipal Library car park on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Unfortunately, the viewpoint was already closed by the time we arrived, so we drove a little further up the mountain pass to find a safe spot to stop and take photos.

Craft Market

A small but well stocked craft market is held on a weekly basis on Saturdays. The craft market takes place between 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM on the Plaza de Haría and is a great opportunity to learn more about local artisans and their craft.

This is a great place to purchase a souvenir of your trip, or alternatively sample some local edible produce. As well as crafts, there is a small selection of local cheeses, pastries, and seasonal fruits and vegetables for sale.

César Manrique House Museum

Those visiting Lanzarote for the first time will soon come across the works of acclaimed late Lanzarote Artist César Manrique. The artist’s touch can be found all across the island, and Manrique actually lived in the outskirts of Haría and is now interred in Haría Cemetery.

The artist’s final home prior to his untimely death in a road accident is situated on Calle Elvira Sánchez. The house has since been transformed into a museum that’s been open to the public since 2013, though little has been changed, meaning that visitors can experience an authentic space that the artist designed for himself.

A final note on Haría

If you’re wishing to explore the North of Lanzarote, then Haría and its surrounds would be a great base to choose owing to its proximity to nearby attractions and number of restaurants and eateries.

We personally parked at the Haría free parking (C. Encarnación Rodríguez, 2, 35520 Haría, Las Palmas) and found it a great location from which to explore Haría by foot- the car park is quite literally a stone’s throw away from Plaza Leon y Castillo.

The town is also fairly close by to the seaside fishing village of Arrieta, which is also well worth checking out. Other nearby attractions of note include Cueva de los Verdes (a 12 minute drive away) and Jameos del Agua (a 10 minute drive away).

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