Welcome to the Peasant Museum! This fascinating museum, located in the heart of the island of Lanzarote, is a tribute to the agricultural tradition and the island’s peasants. The Museo del Campesino not only offers an in-depth insight into rural life in Lanzarote, but also houses a restaurant where you can taste traditional Canarian dishes.
Where is the Peasant Museum?
The Museo del Campesino is located in the centre of the island of Lanzarote, near the village of San Bartolomé. To get there, you can consult this map.
What to see at the Peasant Museum?
The Museo del Campesino is a complex that includes a number of traditional Canarian houses, where you can see exhibitions about rural life in Lanzarote, including agriculture, fishing and crafts. In addition, the museum is dominated by an impressive monument, the work of local artist César Manrique, which pays tribute to the fertility and work of the island’s peasants.
The museum also houses a restaurant, where you can taste traditional Canarian dishes, made with local products. The restaurant offers both a la carte menus and tasting menus, and is a perfect place to enjoy a meal after visiting the museum.
History of the Peasant Museum
The Museo del Campesino was inaugurated in 1968, as part of César Manrique’s efforts to preserve and promote the traditional culture of Lanzarote. The museum is housed in an old agricultural estate, and the houses that make it up have been restored to show how the island’s peasants lived.
Opening hours and rates of the Museo del Campesino
The Peasant Museum is open every day of the year, except on December 25 and January 1. The schedule is from 10:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Admission to the museum is free.
The Museo del Campesino is a must-see for anyone interested in the culture and history of Lanzarote. With its exhibits on rural life, impressive monument and delicious restaurant, this museum offers a complete cultural experience. We hope you enjoy your visit to this wonderful place!
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