Puerto del Rosario

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Sotavento de Jandia Beach showing a coastal town, mountains and general coastal views
Sotavento de Jandia Beach showing desert views
Puerto del Rosario featuring outdoor art and art
Puerto del Rosario which includes a fountain
Puerto del Rosario which includes boating and general coastal views

Learn about the customs and traditions of the Fuerteventura islanders in this town’s museums before sunbathing at the spectacular beach.

Puerto del Rosario is Fuerteventura’s capital city and home of museums, shopping centres and many restaurants and hotels.

Take a leisurely stroll along the oceanfront promenade and look at the boats in the harbour. Visit one of the cafés and restaurants in this built-up area. Further inland, walk down the pedestrianized Primero de Mayo street to appreciate colonial architecture and visit boutiques, cafés and a church.

Spend the afternoon shopping in the Centro Comercial Las Rotondas. Peruse its four floors with about 100 boutiques and restaurants, including supermarkets and jewellery stores.

After exploring the capital city, make your way to Playa Chica with your family. Rent equipment at the diving centre near the beach and go snorkeling in the clear ocean water. Its safe, shallow waters teem with fish that will delight the kids.

Visit the city in mid-February to see it come to life for an annual carnival with exuberant parades and street performances.

Brush up on your Spanish before your trip to interact with city locals. You will also find many English speakers in the area. The city has been the island’s capital since 1860 and has grown around the commerce of the port during that time.

Puerto del Rosario is on the eastern coast of the island, just 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) north of the Fuerteventura Airport. The city’s port has regular ferries taking passengers to neighboring islands, such as Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. Take short bus trips to beach havens, such as Corralejo and Caleta de Fuste.

Visit Puerto del Rosario to enhance your understanding of Fuerteventura’s colonial history and daily island life.

Where to stay in Puerto del Rosario

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Los Estancos

Los Estancos is well liked for many features, particularly its beaches, restaurants and spas. Though there may not be top sights in Los Estancos, consider stopping by Las Rotondas Commercial Center or Playa Blanca, located nearby.

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El Mirador de Fuerteventura

El Mirador de Fuerteventura

4 out of 5
Carretera Playa Blanca, 45, Puerto del Rosario, Canary Islands
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El Mirador de Fuerteventura
Hotel Tamasite

Hotel Tamasite

2.5 out of 5
Leon y Castillo, 9, Puerto del Rosario
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Finca Luz

Finca Luz

3 out of 5
Calle Lucas Méndez 16, Puerto del Rosario, Las Palmas
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Puerto del Rosario. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Las Rotondas Commercial Center and Chica Beach ...
Finca Luz
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Lovely Villa in residential area

Lovely Villa in residential area

Puerto del Rosario
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Lovely Villa in residential area
Apartment in Puerto del Rosario Near Playa Chica

Apartment in Puerto del Rosario Near Playa Chica

3 out of 5
Puerto del Rosario
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Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa

Apartamentos Hesperia Bristol Playa

3 out of 5
Urbanizacion Lago de Bristol, 1, Corralejo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in La Oliva. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Corralejo Beach and Charco ...
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