Access to Mirador del Río sparks debate over online tourist information

Confusion regarding the entry fees for this iconic Lanzarote landmark triggers reactions among digital visitors.

Panoramic view of the Mirador del Río in Lanzarote, an architectural work integrated into the volcanic landscape.
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Panoramic view of the Mirador del Río in Lanzarote, an architectural work integrated into the volcanic landscape.

The requirement to pay an entrance fee to visit the Mirador del Río, located in the municipality of Haría, has caused social media backlash due to conflicting information found online.

The site, one of César Manrique's most iconic works in Lanzarote, requires an admission fee. Although some visitors have expressed surprise upon arrival, the official website clearly lists ticket prices and offers online booking options.
The controversy highlights the importance of verifying information through official channels when planning visits to the island's tourist attractions. Opened in the 1970s, the Mirador del Río is renowned for its integration into the volcanic landscape and its views of the Chinijo Archipelago.
The design, developed with the collaboration of Eduardo Cáceres and Jesús Soto, features elements such as a spiral staircase and large vaulted windows. The structure was built to blend into the terrain using volcanic stone, preserving the natural landscape of the island's northern region.