Puerto del Rosario is the capitol of Fuerteventura and as such an interesting place to visit both historically and for a fun day out and about. The shopping center CC Las Rotondas (see shopping section) is a splendid new center which houses over 100 shops and restaurants. The other main shopping areas of the city are in the streets of León y Castillo, 1º de mayo and Juan de Betancourt which is s stroll for those of you who want that special little boutiqueor something a bit different to the chain stores. If you are considering a shopping trip it is worth bearing in mind that lots of the shops still close for the siesta.

Puerto del Rosario has its own beaches and Playa Blanca beach is 800m of fine golden sand where the waves are good and the beach is used by some of Fuerteventura’s surf schools.  Care is needed when bathing here. 

Puerto del Rosario Town Hall: 928 850110 / 928 852124
Tourist Information Office Tel: 0034 618 527 668

Carnival time is important to the residents of Puerto Del Rosario and the spring celebrations are held at the end of February.

Centers of Culture & Tourism Fuerteventura          

     

Cueva del Llano is a centre of interpretation in the municipality of La Oliva. It is an accessible cave formed within a volcanic tube. The 400 meters of cave which forms the visit makes it the only one if its kind in the Canaries. It is accessed via a large cave divided into two branches ranging from 7 to 12 meters wide and  5 meters in height. A unique structure visited by tourists from all over the world.  La Cueva del Llano is a million years old.

 Museo del Gran Cilla located in La Oliva. This is an exhibition of old crops and tools including slides of traditional farming techniques. The house dates from 18919 and is of great historical interest.Located just outside Tefia (Rosario) this park recreates a traditional village for agriculture and animal farming. Visitors may enter into the room where housing is representative of the wealthy people and by contrast that of the peasants. There are demonstrations of crafts and bread making by hand with the traditional anise flavour which is delicious. Casa Museo de Unamuno (Unamuno Museum) can be found in Puerto del Rosario, capital of Fuerteventura and is devoted to the life of philosopher Migual de Unamuno, together with many period exhibits. A truly delightful trip into past times and well worth a visit.
Casa Museum Dr Mena is a large building located in Puerto del Rosario. The building was bequeathed by Dr Mena to his heirs and then to Pto delRosario as a house museum of great substance.  This Museum is decorated with elements of one-off rural housing, including several articles of personal use of the Dr. Mena.

The full panoramic view from this fabulous location at the very centre of the island in Betancuriais located at the top of Tega Mountain (669m). From this view point the people of Antigua may be seen. There is a centre at the top which was designed by Cesar Manrique (Lanzarote) which also houses a coffee shop. Admission free.

The Archaeological Museum contains severalBetancuria Aboriginal archaeological fragments, most are examples of pottery, but also found bones and tools made of bone.

   

The Old Mill (Antigua) which is lovingly preserved has different rooms which are used for various exhibitions throughout the year.  There is a bar and restaurant, a cactus garden and souvenir shop in which to purchase local handicrafts.

This working museum which is located in La Oliva is well maintained and still producing the salt used today. The museum shows the history of the uses and effects of salt over time.

Los Molinos ( The Windmill) offers visitors the chance to try the local Gofio and see the interior of a mill with its history. Gofio is one of the most traditional foods for Canarians. It is made from a recipe handed down by the Guanches which consists of flour made from wheat, barley, maize or chick peas which are roasted and mixed with water or milk to make a type of bread dough to form a vital part of their staple diet.

This town formed from primitive stone dwelling dates back to before the Spanish conquest. In the interpretation centre visitors can learn about the excavations that were in place and the archaeological remains found there.

   

MUSEUM OPEN HOURS
TUES – SAT
0010HRS – 18.00HRS
SUN & MON CLOSED
Except Casa Museum Unamuno
MON – FRI
0009HRS – 14.00HRS
SAT SUN & BANK HOLS CLOSED