Antigua

Travel Guide
Antigua which includes a garden
Tour an ancient church, hike through the mountains and come face-to-face with colossal statues of kings when you visit this scenic town on Fuerteventura.

Antigua is an 18th-century town on the Spanish island of Fuerteventura. Located in the center of the island, the town is surrounded by countryside and flanked by mountains. The beautiful scenery is just one of its many charms. See its historical buildings and cultural attractions and enjoy easy access to the coast. Step inside a windmill that is more than 200 years old, hike mountain valleys and have your photo taken next to giant statues of kings of ancient Fuerteventura.

Walk along the quiet streets to the Church of Cruz de los Caldos, which dates back to 1785. Outside the church is a small square filled with flowers and palm trees, a good spot to relax.

Stop at the Museo del Queso Majorero to learn about the making of Majorero cheese and operate a virtual milking machine. The site has a fully restored 19th-century windmill, which once ground the grain for the town. Step inside to see the original machinery. Buildings attached to the windmill have temporary art exhibits and the permanent collection of archeological objects from the Butihondo gully. Afterward, stroll among the indigenous plants of the center's garden and purchase local artisan products in the shop.

For more natural beauty, explore the Cuchillos de Vigán natural monument, a series of dagger-shaped mountains. Between them are valleys with indigenous plants, marine fossils and rare raptor species.

Go to the Guise and Ayose Viewpoint for gorgeous views over the northern half of the island. See the two large bronze statues more than 15 feet (4.5 meters) tall, representing Guise and Ayose, two ancient kings of the island.

Although inland, Antigua is close to the sea. Drive about 20 minutes to reach Caleta de Fuste, a beach resort on the island's east coast.

To get to Antigua, fly into Fuerteventura Airport, about 14 miles (22 kilometers) from the city. Make the rest of the journey by taxi or rental car and enjoy the town’s history and scenic surroundings.

Where to stay in Antigua

Broncemar Beach
Broncemar Beach
3 out of 5
Calle Ajican 4, Antigua, Las Palmas
The price is €105 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
€105
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Antigua. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Caleta del Fuste and Caleta de Fuste ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
"Rooms very spacious and clean. Food very good with a good variety."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2023

Broncemar Beach
Eurostars Las Salinas
Eurostars Las Salinas
4 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo S/N, Caleta de Fuste, Antigua, Fuerteventura
The price is €150 per night from 28 Sep to 29 Sep
€150
per night
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Antigua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
"This was a lovely hotel with very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 22 Sep 2023

Eurostars Las Salinas
Barceló Fuerteventura Mar
Barceló Fuerteventura Mar
4 out of 5
Avenida de El Castillo, s/n, Caleta de Fuste, Antigua, Fuerteventura
The price is €171 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
€171
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Antigua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Caleta del Fuste and Caleta de Fuste Marina ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (454 reviews)
Good pool/ location but food let down massively.
"Overall, we had a great holiday here. The hotel pool was great, the hotel was lovely and clean and the rooms was clean, few nice places round the hotel to eat and met some lovely people, and the hotel was located right next to a lovely beach. However, we went all inclusive and the food was terrible. ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2023

Barceló Fuerteventura Mar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel la Piramide
Aparthotel la Piramide
3 out of 5
Berlina, 7, Antigua, Fuerteventura
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Antigua. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Playa de las Caletillas ...
7.2/10 Good! (374 reviews)
"2nd time we have stayed here this year. As with the last time, if you are looking for a 5* luxury apartment it is NOT for you. but in a quiet area, pool and bar (who do a limited food menu). TBH the place needs money spending on it, but it wont stop us returning"

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2023

Aparthotel la Piramide
Luxury private golf villa, Sky Tv & 300mb INTERNET,  and pool table.
Luxury private golf villa, Sky Tv & 300mb INTERNET, and pool table.
Caleta De Fuste
Stay at this villa in Antigua. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Fuerteventura Golf Course and Centro Comercial Atlantico ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Stay in fuerteventura
"Great villa we enjoyed our stay, a bit too far out of town for walking out in the evening but only €4 in a taxi. Great golf resort but could really only go there if you don’t want to drive , villa could do with a little tlc but overall a great holiday"

Reviewed on 13 Sep 2023

Luxury private golf villa, Sky Tv & 300mb INTERNET, and pool table.
Villa Sol 2 Bedroom Villa With Private Heated Pool in La Colina.
Villa Sol 2 Bedroom Villa With Private Heated Pool in La Colina.
Caleta de Fuste, Las Palmas
Stay at this golf villa in Antigua. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Fuerteventura Golf Course and Centro Comercial Atlantico ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Fuertaventura 2023
"We had a great holiday, the villa was to a high standard as expected . It was really good to have a pool as not many properties of this size have one. The kitchen was really well stocked having everything needed. Also really appreciated being able to leave late evening due to night flight at no extra ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2023

Villa Sol 2 Bedroom Villa With Private Heated Pool in La Colina.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Antigua

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
12 Mar 2020

This region is really close to the airport but the regular overhead traffic wasn’t intrusive.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
30 Dec 2019

SERIOUSLY RECOMMEND THE HOTEL

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 Dec 2019

would definitely return

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
8 Dec 2019

Place is lovely Handy for the airport

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
1 Dec 2019

I travel here alone about 4 times a year, have usually stayed in other hotels or private villas or apartments, Fuerteventura is home from home, but is known for the wind so if you want blazing heat go elsewhere

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
28 Oct 2019

The area was quiet but had shopping areas and lots of choice for eating out. The hotels in the area are all along the beach area and they all looked nice.