César Manrique Foundation

Hardly any other has influenced Lanzarote so much as the artist César Manrique. He was a painter, architect, sculptor, designer, and environmentalist. His vision was a symbiosis of architecture and nature. Start the tour in his footsteps with a visit to Monumento al Campesino, a monument dedicated to the hard-working rural population. See the traditional craftsmanship of the Canary Islands in the small museum and marvel at the impressive restaurant in the foothills of a lava field. Continue into the Valley of a Thousand Palms to the Mirador del Rio. Enjoy one of the most spectacular panoramic views of Lanzarote and one of the most representative architectural creations of César Manrique that unites art and nature. Visit the nearby cave, Jameos del Agua part of a 7-kilometer-long lava tube, which was created by the eruption of Monte Corona around 8000 years ago. Discover Jameos del Agua, a portion of which was artistically designed by César Manrique. Here you will find a restaurant, a concert hall, and a small lake with direct access to the sea where small, white-blind crabs live. At the end of the tour, you will drive to the cactus garden “Jardin de Cactus”. Here you will find more than 1100 different species of plants from around the world spread across 5000 square meters. On the way back you will visit the Fundación César Manrique in the artist’s former residence. See some of his works of art and discover how the artist worked. A large part of the complex is nestled in the foothills of the longest lava flow of the Canary Islands, with unusual structures running through the entire house.

Enter the eclectic Fundación César Manrique to see paintings by Spanish artists in the old studio and Manrique's house. Discover the town of Teguise at its own pace. Get picked up at your accommodation and travel aboard an air-conditioned bus. Walk through the magical Fundación Manrique with a guide from a local expert. Marvel at the formation in which nature, art, and architecture come together in the same place. Admire the unusual life of the artist, embedded in one of the longest lava flows on the island. Observe the natural lava paintings and their curious forms, which inspired the world-famous creations of Manrique. Afterward, direct to Teguise, the ancient capital of Lanzarote. Enjoy your free time to find the picturesque streets and see the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe. On Sundays, check out the market to buy local food, crafts, and collections. Visit the famous Famara Beach. Return to your hotel at the end of the excursion.

César, a multidisciplinary artist, painter, sculptor, conservator of monuments and tourist resorts, designer of landscapes and gardens, and recognized ecologist, created from natural volcanic accidents a tendency that impacted the world. He managed to unite Art, Urbanism and Tourism in a single concept, under a philosophy and model of urban intervention based on sustainability and respect for the natural values of the territory, into what is now a world reference. The Island would be different without the Monument to the Peasant, Los Jameos del Agua, Mirador del Río, Cactus Garden or the Cave of the Greens. It would certainly be less attractive and with much less personality. Not visiting these Centers and works of art, being able to interpret them, is like not even having travelled here. This tour offers you the opportunity to discover the North of Lanzarote having a panoramic of Haría, Riscos de Famara and Volcán de la Corona. You will have the privilege to visit the art centers of Cesar Manrique such as Monument to the Peasant, Cactus Garden, Mirador del Río and Fundación César Manrique. Choose if you wish to visit Jameos del Agua or Cueva de los Verdes, two marvelous art centers which are a must in your visit to Lanzarote.

After meeting with your guide for your tour, you will begin your half-day excursion to visit Teguise. This city used to be the island's main city, and there is a very varied popular street market which takes place every Sunday. You will have free time to visit the markets, with the possibility of watching performances by folk groups in the town’s central square. You will find yourself surrounded by historic sites, including the church or “Palacio Spínola”. Afterwards, visit the César Manrique Foundation, located in the old house of the magnificent Lanzarote-born artist. Here, you will be able to contemplate César Manrique’s work, as well as various paintings and sculptures by other different avant-garde artists.

Be transported to another time through the paved streets and historical plazas of Teguise, the municipal capital of Teguise. Enjoy a great view of El Valle de las Mil Palmeras (the valley of the thousand palm trees) on the way to Los Valles towards Haría. Then visit the Cueva de los Verdes, a uniquely beautiful cave with an indescribable interior formed by volcanic eruptions. After passing through Arrieta and Mala, stop at the aloe museum where you will learn about the benefits of aloe. Continue to Guatiza to have a look to the prickly pears plantations where the natural dye, cochineal, is produced. Explore the old quarry where the famous artist César Manrique perfectly fused nature and art. Follow the road to the César Manrique Foundation, located in the old house of the magnificent Lanzarote-born artist. Here, we have the opportunity to contemplate Manrique’s work, as well as various paintings and sculptures by different avant-garde artists.

Discover the Magic of Northern Lanzarote: Volcanoes, Caves, and Enchanting Landscapes. Our excursion will take you to explore the most impressive corners of the island's northern part, where nature has sculpted a unique setting in the world. Jameos del Agua: Delve into this underground oasis, a masterpiece by César Manrique that merges art and nature. Marvel at its interior lake, home to an endemic species of albino crab, and enjoy live music in a magical setting. Mirador de las Nieves: Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from one of the highest points on the island. Contemplate the northern coast, the Chinijo Archipelago, and the Timanfaya National Park. Valle de las Mil Palmeras: Travel through this fertile valley, an oasis of greenery in a volcanic landscape. Discover the secrets of traditional agriculture in Lanzarote and admire the beauty of its palm trees. Haría: Visit the white village of Haría, known as the "Valley of the Thousand Palm Trees." Explore its cobbled streets and traditional houses and enjoy the tranquillity of this picturesque corner. Our local guides will accompany you throughout the tour, sharing their knowledge of Lanzarote's history, culture and geology. Book now and discover the magic of northern Lanzarote!

Step into the eclectic César Manrique Foundation to see paintings by Spanish artists in Manrique's old studio and home. Discover the village of Teguise at your own pace on this tour. The excursion departs from the port of Arrecife to Tahiche. There you will find the house museum of Cesar Manrique, a loving and respectful protector of nature. You will be amazed by his fascinating idea to create a house inside a lava tongue. Finally, you will visit the Teguise market where you will have some free time. Return to the cruise ship at 14:00.

This exclusive Sunday tour will take you to discover the most fascinating charms of Lanzarote. You will start with a visit to the Teguise Market, famous for its atmosphere and local products, where you can enjoy handicrafts and typical food. Then, you will explore the César Manrique Foundation, a tribute to art and nature, located in the artist's own house. There you can admire his works and the harmonious integration of architecture in the volcanic landscape. The tour will continue in the Cactus Garden, a paradise of native plants. You will finish with a visit to LagOmar, a unique architectural work.

We are starting at the excellent César Manrique Foundation in Tahíche a house built from the famous artis inside some volcanic babbles , then we are going to visit Lagomar museum , a unique house built inside the caves of a mountain in Nazaret, by the famous architect Soto. We are going then to visit The International Museum of Contemporary Art which is located in the 18th Century Castillo de San José in the capital city of Arrecife. where we have a collection of works by other 20th Century artists including Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró. The arty village of Yaiza in the southern part of the island is home to the Galería Yaiza, displaying diversified works of many different artists of the island. We are going to visit some interesting and very informative museums , such as the award-winning Agricultural Museum El Patio near Tiagua, or the Casa Museo del Campesino (Farmer’s Museum) in Mozaga as well as the curious International Miniatures Museum in Haría. Think of the whole island of Lanzarote as an art museum in itself – a unique, natural environment that Manrique used as a canvas to showcase his creative, innovative and artistic skills as sculptor, painter, architect and designer. If you are interested we can visit the house and the great library of the nobel Portuguese writer Saramago .