The SouthThings to do

Things to do in The South

  1. El Maño

    Trip along the long wooden bridge to reach this rare Spanish restaurant, which includes dishes from all over the country, including salmorejo (a thick, garlicky gazpacho) from Cordoba, black pudding from Burgos and a Valencian-style paella.

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  2. Puerte Bahia

    Come here for the uninterrupted sea views from a vast terrace and a menu that is predictably multinational but includes some treats, such as vegetable risotto with mushrooms and seaweed, and an above-average seafood zarzuela (stew).

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  3. El Almacen de la Sal

    An excellent waterfront restaurant, with fish dishes being the pick of the bunch (although a good vegetarian selection is also tempting). It's about halfway between the port and the main beach and has a cheaper lunchtime menu.

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  4. Casa Roja

    Enjoying possibly the best location in town, this is a low-key place overlooking the pretty harbour. The menu is appropriately seafood-based, with the obligatory tank of potential dinner mates at the entrance.

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  5. Restaurante La Cañada

    Located just off the Avenida Playas, this restaurant lovingly prepares Canarian specialities, including oysters, roasted goat and delicious papas arrugadas (wrinkly potatoes).

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  6. Marea Errota

    Marea Errota is a handsome swashbuckling galleon that does twice-daily coastal cruises down to the Papagayo beaches. Pick-up from your accommodation is included in the price.

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  7. Cerveceria San Miguel

    A good spot for a plate of steamed mussels washed down with a cold beer, of which there are several available on tap, including Guinness, Fosters and John Smith's Bitter.

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  8. César's

    A very popular nightclub that attracts a breezy, hedonistic young crowd that appreciates populist DJs, flashing lights and lots of shooters amid a faux-Roman décor.

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  9. César II

    The 33m-long César II sails to the Isla de Lobos off Fuerteventura from Monday to Friday. Tours run between 10:15 until 17:45 and include a light lunch.

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  10. Cala Blanca

    Friendly and extremely professional, Cala Blanca offers individual dives, courses and a charmingly named 'Sea Baptism' option for absolute beginners.

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  12. Restaurante Casa Jose

    Opposite the church, this modest restaurant with its traditional green paintwork has a kitchen-sink informal atmosphere and excellent seafood dishes.

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  13. Lanzarote a Caballo

    Horseback rides are available from Lanzarote a Caballo. It's a great way to see the landscape, and hotel pick-up is available.

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  14. Rubicat

    Rubicat has day-long tours on a catamaran, including lunch, drinks and a 50% discount for the second passenger.

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  15. El Niño

    You can rent surfboards and buy the latest colour-coordinated lycra at El Niño, just up from the harbour.

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  16. Rubicon Diving Center

    At the new marina, the Rubicon Diving Center has courses at all levels, including a six-dive package.

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  17. Buddy's

    A cool, laid-back club that attracts a mixed-age clientele with its nightly live jazz and blues.

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  18. Canary Island Divers

    Among several dive enterprises, tried and trusted operators include Canary Island Divers.

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  19. Manta Dive Centre

    Among several dive enterprises, tried and trusted operators include Manta Dive Centre.

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  20. Safari Diving

    Among several dive enterprises, tried and trusted operators include Safari Diving.

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  21. Bookswop

    The best source for new and secondhand English-language books.

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  23. Renner Bikes

    For bicycle hire, contact Renner Bikes.

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