LagOmar Museum: opening hours, tickets and Omar Sharif

 

LagOmar, una casa como ninguna otra

 

En el tranquilo pueblo de Nazaret, a pocos minutos de la Villa de Teguise, se encuentra uno de esos lugares de Lanzarote que te sorprenden incluso antes de entrar.

 

 

Estamos hablando del Museo LagOmar , una antigua casa construida con la forma de una cantera volcánica, donde las paredes de roca, los jardines y los pasadizos forman parte de la propia arquitectura.

 

 

Lo curioso de LagOmar es que, desde fuera, cuesta imaginar todo lo que esconde. Una vez dentro, el recorrido te lleva a través de cuevas, pequeñas terrazas, escaleras y rincones que aparecen entre las rocas.

 

 

En su centro se encuentra un lago de aguas turquesas, rodeado de vegetación y paredes volcánicas. El contraste con los edificios blancos lo convierte en uno de los rincones más fotografiados del complejo.

 

 

The project is linked to Jesús Soto, a close collaborator of César Manrique, and reflects one of the most recognisable features of Lanzarote’s architecture: making the most of the natural landscape instead of transforming it completely.

 

 

But LagOmar isn’t known only for its architecture. It also has a very curious story connected to a film star.

 

 

 

 

Omar Sharif and the legend of the house lost at bridge

 

 

You may have heard that the famous actor Omar Sharif once had a house in Lanzarote and lost it in a card game.

 

 

Well, that is exactly the story that has followed LagOmar for decades.

 

 

According to the legend, the star of Doctor Zhivago and Lawrence of Arabia came to Lanzarote in the early 1970s for a film shoot and was so impressed by the property that he decided to buy it.

 

 

The story goes that soon afterwards he lost it playing bridge, a game he was very fond of.

 

 

Although it’s an anecdote that’s hard to forget, there is no conclusive evidence that Omar Sharif ever owned LagOmar. The history of the place itself is surrounded by legends and different versions.

 

 

What is known is the actor’s connection with Lanzarote and with the name of the complex, where there is still a space called La Casa de Omar Sharif (Omar Sharif’s House).

 

 

Whether or not the famous game of bridge really happened, the story has become part of LagOmar’s charm.

 

 

What will you find on your visit?

 

 

LagOmar isn’t a conventional museum of rooms and display cases. What makes it interesting is walking around the whole complex, discovering its different spaces and seeing how the buildings have been blended into the volcanic rock.

 

 

You can walk through tunnels dug into the stone, climb up to small terraces, look out from its viewpoints and enjoy its gardens.

 

 

One of the most striking spots is the central lake, around which the different rooms and passageways are arranged.

 

 

It’s also worth stopping to take in the details: the whitewashed walls, the plants growing between the rocks and the way the light enters the caves.

 

 

The complex also has spaces devoted to art and La Cueva, a unique bar built into the rock.

 

 

If you like photography, you’ll probably stay longer than planned. Practically every corner offers a different shot.

 

 

LagOmar Museum opening hours and ticket prices

 

 

To plan your visit, here are the most important practical details:

 

 

• Address: Calle Los Loros, 2, Nazaret, Teguise, Lanzarote.


• Usual opening hours: every day, from 10:00 to 18:00.


• Last entry: usually at 17:30.


• General admission: €10 per person.


• Recommended time: between 45 minutes and an hour, although you can stay longer.


• Parking: free parking area opposite the complex.












 
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Prices and opening hours may change, so we recommend checking them before you go.

 

 

You can find up-to-date information and tickets on the official LagOmar Museum website.

 

 

How to get to LagOmar

 

 

The museum is in Nazaret, in the interior of Lanzarote, near the Villa de Teguise.

 

 

The easiest way to get there is by car. You can also take a taxi from the island’s main towns.

 

 

If you’re planning to explore the centre or north of Lanzarote, you can include LagOmar in your itinerary and make the most of the day by visiting other interesting places.

 

 

For example, a visit to LagOmar can be combined with the César Manrique Foundation, the Monumento al Campesino or the Villa de Teguise.

 

 

If you have more time and want to carry on north, you can also head to places such as Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes or the Mirador del Río.

 

 

Some tips before visiting LagOmar

 

 

There’s something worth knowing before you go in: LagOmar has quite a lot of stairs, changes in level and narrow passageways.

 

 

So it’s a good idea to wear comfortable shoes and take your time.

 

 

If you’re visiting with young children, keep an eye on them on the stairs and in the narrowest areas.

 

 

And if you have reduced mobility, it’s important to check the accessibility conditions beforehand, as not all parts of the complex are accessible.

 

 

To enjoy the visit, our advice is simple: don’t just follow the main path. Take your time to discover the little corners and look at the complex from different angles.

 

 

Frequently asked questions about LagOmar

 

 

Where is the LagOmar Museum?

 

 

It’s in Nazaret, a small village in the municipality of Teguise, in the interior of Lanzarote.

 

 

How much does it cost to visit LagOmar?

 

 

General admission has a reference price of €10 per person. We recommend checking the current price on the museum’s official website before you go.

 

 

How long does the visit take?

 

 

Usually, between 45 minutes and an hour is enough to see the main areas. If you like photography or prefer to take your time, you can stay longer.

 

 

Is it true that Omar Sharif lost the house playing bridge?

 

 

It’s the museum’s best-known legend, although there is no conclusive evidence that the actor owned the house or that he lost it in a game.

 

 

Can you visit with children?

 

 

Yes, although there are stairs, changes in level and passageways where you need to be careful.

 

 

Do Low Cost Tours Lanzarote excursions include LagOmar?

 

 

Our excursions don’t currently include a visit to LagOmar. If you’d like to discover other highlights of the island, take a look at our organised excursions in Lanzarote.

 

 

Is LagOmar worth visiting?

 

 

If you like unusual places, architecture that blends into nature, or you’re simply looking for a cultural visit off the usual routes, LagOmar can be a good choice.

 

 

It isn’t a particularly large museum, but it has enough interesting corners to be worth a stop during your holiday.

 

 

And although the Omar Sharif story remains a legend, the house, the caves and the gardens are real and well worth seeing.

 

 

At Low Cost Tours Lanzarote, part of the LCT Europe group, we want to help you discover both the island’s best-known places and the corners that make Lanzarote different.