Ibiza travel guide - where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in Ibiza Town (Eivissa) and across the island, Balearic Islands, Spain.
Top attractions
The most popular and significant attractions in Ibiza.
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Dalt Vila
The fortified upper town of Ibiza, enclosed by seven bastions built in the 16th century under Philip II and listed by UNESCO in 1999. The Portal de ses Taules gate leads into lanes of whitewashed houses, small plazas, the cathedral at the top and the Archaeological Museum beside it.
Tip: Start before 10:00 or after 18:00 in summer to avoid heat and crowds · Wear shoes with grip; the cobbles are steep and polished smooth · Carry water, as shade is limited on the ramparts · Entry to the streets is free; museums and the cathedral have separate small fees · Allow 2-3 hours and walk up from the harbour via Plaça de sa Drassana · Take a taxi or the tourist train to the gate if the climb is a concern
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Ibiza Cathedral (Catedral de Santa Maria d'Eivissa)
A Catalan Gothic church at the highest point of Dalt Vila, begun on the site of the former mosque after the 1235 conquest, with a 14th-century tower and a Baroque nave added in the 18th century. The terrace in front gives the best panorama of Ibiza Town and the harbour.
Tip: Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered · Check opening hours at the entrance; the church closes during services · Visit late afternoon for terrace views over the harbour · Pair the visit with the Archaeological Museum next door · Take a taxi to the Portal de ses Taules to shorten the climb · Keep a few euros ready for the museum and viewpoint fee
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Archaeological Museum of Ibiza and Formentera (MAEF)
The main archaeology museum of the Pitiusic Islands, beside the cathedral in the old Dalt Vila, with Phoenician, Punic and Roman finds including terracotta figurines, jewellery and amphorae from Ibiza and Formentera.
Tip: Check the website first; the museum is closed on Mondays and holidays · Visit on weekday mornings for the quietest galleries · Combine with the cathedral next door in one morning · Entry is cheap, about EUR 2-4, with some free groups · Wear comfortable shoes for the steep walk up from the harbour
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Puig des Molins Necropolis and Museum
The Phoenician-Punic cemetery on a hill outside the walls, in use from the 7th century BCE for centuries, with hypogea (underground tombs) and a museum of grave goods. It is part of the 1999 UNESCO listing.
Tip: Confirm hours at the desk; seasonal times vary and Mondays are closed · Visit in the morning before the heat on exposed paths · Wear sturdy shoes and bring water and sun protection · Walk down from Dalt Vila and combine with the Archaeological Museum · Admission is reported as free, but fees apply to some groups
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Museu d'Art Contemporani d'Eivissa (MACE)
A contemporary art museum in the former military buildings at the foot of the Dalt Vila ramparts, with a ramparts terrace looking over the port. Exhibitions change through the year.
Tip: Check the current schedule at mace.eivissa.es; Mondays are closed · Go on weekday mornings or early evenings for quiet galleries · Use the museum as a cool break from midday summer heat · Pair with a walk on the ramparts and the Archaeological Museum · Check what is on, since exhibitions change through the year
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Es Vedra Viewpoint (Torre des Savinar)
The 17th-century Savinar watchtower on the cliff road above Cala d'Hort looks directly at Es Vedra, a 382 m limestone island, and its smaller neighbour Es Vedranell. Es Vedra is a protected nature reserve and cannot be landed on.
Tip: Arrive about 90 minutes before sunset to find a place · Parking is limited; consider a taxi or the summer bus to Cala d'Hort · Go at sunrise for the same view with far fewer people · Take care at unfenced cliff edges, especially in wind and darkness · Bring water and a light for the walk back after dusk
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Cala d'Hort
A small pebble-and-sand cove facing Es Vedra, with lifeguards in summer and fish restaurants above the beach. Parking is limited in July and August, so arrive before noon.
Tip: Arrive before noon in July and August to find parking · Stay for late afternoon to watch the sun set behind Es Vedra · Bring water and shade; natural cover is limited · Sunbeds and parking are charged in summer · Use the summer bus or a taxi to avoid the car park
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Ses Salines Natural Park
The salt flats south of the airport, worked since Phoenician times, with flamingos in autumn and winter and a long sandy beach. The park and the Posidonia meadows off the coast are part of the UNESCO listing.
Tip: Go in the morning for birdwatching and fewer people · Parking is charged in summer; the bus from Ibiza Town takes about 25 minutes · Stay on marked paths around the protected flats · Bring water and sun protection; shade is scarce · Stay for sunset at the beach bars in summer
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Sa Caleta Phoenician Settlement
The remains of a Phoenician village on a headland, founded in the 7th century BCE before Ebusus itself, with house foundations, streets and an early iron-working area. It is one of the sites in the UNESCO listing.
Tip: Confirm opening days and guided visit times before travelling · Go in the morning for cooler weather and soft light · Bring a hat and water; there is little shade · Wear sturdy shoes for uneven paths · Combine with a swim in the cove below
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Cala Comte (Platges de Comte)
A white-sand beach with turquoise water and views of the Illes Bledes, popular for sunsets. Blue Flag awarded in 2010; the west end is family-friendly and the east is unofficially naturist.
Tip: Arrive early or mid-week in July and August to find parking · Use the summer bus or boat shuttle from Sant Antoni to skip the car park · Stay for sunset, but book beach club tables ahead if wanted · Bring sun protection; shade is limited · Avoid photographing others at the naturist eastern end
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Tips for visiting attractions
Make the most of your sightseeing time.
Ibiza Town's Dalt Vila, the cathedral, the archaeological museum and MACE can be seen on foot in one morning; the beaches, Es Vedra and Sa Caleta need a car, taxi or bus.
Book ferry tickets for Formentera a day early in July and August (balearia.com, mediterraneapitiusa.com, trasmapi.com).
Visit Dalt Vila before 11:00 or after 18:00 in summer.
Carry cash for market stalls and small museums.
Beaches such as Cala Comte, Cala d'Hort and Ses Salines have limited parking in July and August, so go early or use the summer shuttle buses.
Frequently asked questions
How many days are needed for Ibiza?
Two days cover Dalt Vila, the museums and the harbour; four to five days add the south-west coves, a sunset in Sant Antoni and a markets day; a seventh day suits a Formentera trip.
Is Dalt Vila free to visit?
Walking the lanes and walls is free. The cathedral, the archaeological museum and other museums have separate entries, mostly low-cost or free.
Can visitors reach Es Vedra?
No. Es Vedra is a protected nature reserve with no landing; the best views are from the Torre des Savinar viewpoint and Cala d'Hort.
How do visitors get to Formentera?
By ferry from the Port of Eivissa to La Savina in about 30-40 minutes with Balearia, Mediterranea Pitiusa or Trasmapi; book ahead in July and August.