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Children love Lanzarote, and here are some tips that will help families not only have fun on the island but also turn a holiday into an educational experience.

This circular route, starting and ending in Arure, offers a full immersion in the landscape of the upper midlands of La Gomera, where laurel forest, historic hamlets and the traces of agricultural activity coexist in harmony. With a layout suitable for regular hikers, it is ideal for discovering the transition between the rural environment and the humid forests of Garajonay National Park. The trail begins in the village of Arure, ascending gently through terraces and secondary shrubland towards the scattered hamlet of Acardece. From here, the landscape gradually changes, with farmland and pastureland still reflecting the traditional structure of Gomera’s countryside. The route continues to Las Hayas, a settlement historically linked to forestry and agriculture and one of the main access points to the island’s western laurel forest. Along this section, the route approaches wooded areas marking the boundary of the National Park, with fayal-brezal woodland and centuries-old heather, under conditions of high humidity for much of the year. Mist and moss covering trunks and rocks help create an immersive atmosphere that is highly characteristic of Gomera’s landscape. From Lo Vasco, the route descends back towards Arure along traditional paths, bordered by dry-stone walls and surrounded by endemic flora. On clear days, this section also offers wide views over the Arure valley and the west coast. This route is perfect for those seeking a mid-mountain circuit that combines nature, traditional agriculture and historic villages. Its circular layout allows the hike to be completed without the need for additional transport, and it is particularly attractive in spring and autumn.

This island is designated Biosphere Reserve , it is an island full of beatiful landscapes, magical towns to be discovered.

This short route climbs directly from the Alajeró viewpoint to the mountain of Tagaragunche, one of the most important sanctuaries of ancient La Gomera. The ascent is brief but rich in meaning: each step raises the viewpoint over the slopes and brings visitors closer to the spiritual heart of the territory.

The Pérez Galdós House-Museum in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a traditional house from the 19th century and part of the 20th century, located in the Triana neighborhood, in the historic center of the city. The writer Benito Pérez Galdós was born and lived there until he was 19 years old (1862). Although its transformation and use as a museum made some changes necessary, the materials and the original structure have been maintained, which, following the traditional Canarian domestic architecture of the nineteenth century, enables housing around two central courtyards. In addition to many of the preserved furnishings, it contains an interesting collection of musical instruments, works of art, photographs and other decorative objects. It is worth mentioning the reconstructions of the room where Benito was born, or the office and the bedroom of his house in "San Quintín" in Santander.

The Casa Lercaro is found in the north of Tenerife, in La Laguna, a city that has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site. Dating back over four centuries, this impressive palace houses the Tenerife History Museum, though it is hard to know what is more interesting; the permanent exhibitions inside, or the building itself. Due to its central location in La Laguna’s Old Town, it is easy to visit the Casa Lercaro as part of a gentle stroll through the town.

Although this building dates back to the end of the 16th century, it was rebuilt in the 17th century by the first Marquis de la Quinta Roja. It also served as temporary lodging for the Franciscan nuns and is now a cozy rural hotel.

The Jurado Ravine is formed by basaltic materials that, after erosion, give rise to almost vertical walls that can reach up to 620 meters in altitude. It is characteristic of the place, the breakwater with holes on the left side, a product of erosive landslides, under which passed an ancient royal road that gave its name to the place name “Jorado" or "Jurado". The steep escarpments of the ravine are home to populations of birds such as the red-billed chough (Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax), Bolle's pigeon (Columba bollii), laurel pigeons (Columba junoniae), common kestrel (Falco tinnunculus), along with interesting protected species such as the mastic tree (Pistacia atlantica), among others.

This ravine is a natural border between the Moya and Firgas municipalities. Its slopes are moistened by waterfalls and teeming with Tertiary Era laurel forests. Along with Tilos de Moya, it was once part of the brave leader of Gran Canaria’s Doramas Forest. In addition, it’s a Special Nature Reserve.

The town of Arrieta, located in the municipality of Haría, is a corner of Lanzarote where stress never arrives. The delightful narrow streets are filled with amazing restaurants and cosy apartments. You are never far from a beautiful stretch of coastline. One of the most peaceful parts of the island, there is a cove, a beach, and a natural pool with fun water activities. Fishing is a very popular local pursuit, and many visitors (including family groups) enjoy the sport as part of a relaxing holiday.