Throughout the Pokemon series, Lapras has always been a bit rare. In Pokemon Let's Go, Lapras is very strong and makes an important addition to your team. Overall, there are two different ways for you to obtain a Lapras.
In this guide, we are going to go over these two ways so that you can get your very own Lapras. First, let's take a look at how to obtain this pokemon as a gift.
Silph Co. In Saffron City
As you journey through the Kanto region, you will eventually come across Saffron City. Prior to going into the gym, you need to make your way through Silph Co. This is a tall building that can be quite difficult to navigate, so we have some tips to help you move through Silph Co.
To get Lapras in Silph Co, all you need to do is talk to head to the seventh floor and speak to a man sitting on a couch. He will give you a free Lapras as a reward for helping get rid of Team Rocket. You do not need to trade another pokemon for Lapras.
Below, you can find the route to the man if you are struggling to find him.
- Enter Silph Co. and take the elevator up to the fifth floor.
- Once you are on the fifth floor, head to the left and defeat the Team Rocket members in a double battle. After being defeated, they will drop a keycard.
- Head down to the third floor and use the keycard on the locked door.
- Go through the teleporter in this room. Doing so will place you on the seventh floor.
- The man with Lapras will be sitting on a red couch behind a locked door. Go through this door to get your free Lapras!
This is very easy to miss, especially if you are trying to make it to the top quickly. Be sure to pick up your Lapras here though, it will be very helpful as you continue your way through Silph Co and eventually battle Giovanni.
Catching A Wild Lapras
In addition to receiving Lapras as a gift, you will also have the chance to catch one in the wild. Lapras can be found in the following locations.
- Route 19
- Route 20
These two routes are waterways, meaning that you can find this pokemon in the water. If you catch Lapras, it will be between levels 37 and 44.
Lapras is a rare spawn in these locations; you will need to spend a while on these routes if you are set on capturing one.
That's everywhere you can find Lapras in Pokemon Let's Go. Overall, the easiest way to get this rare pokemon is from the man in Silph Co. His location isn't too far out of the way, and it's hard to complain about getting a free pokemon!