A bay town on the west coast known for its harbour, a sunset strip of cafes along the bay front and the beach-bus and boat links to Cala Comte, Cala Bassa and Cala Salada. Visitors watch the sunset from the waterfront, then return by the last bus or taxi.
Sant Antoni de Portmany is a bay town on the west coast of Ibiza in Spain's Balearic Islands, about 16 km north-west of Ibiza Town. It is known for its harbour, a sunset strip of cafes along the bay front and the beach-bus and boat links to Cala Comte, Cala Bassa and Cala Salada. The drive takes about 25 minutes and the bus about 40 to 50 minutes. The Alsa T1, via Sant Rafel, and the T2, via Sant Josep, run from the CETIS bus station in Ibiza Town to the Sant Antoni bus station; fares are about EUR 2.20 to EUR 2.60 by card or QR on board, with cash costing more, and timetables are at alsaibiza.es. In summer the night buses N1 and N4 run after midnight. A suggested day starts in the late morning with a walk around the harbour and the old streets near Passeig de ses Fonts, followed by lunch at a bay-front cafe. The afternoon can be spent on a beach reached by beach bus or boat, such as Cala Comte, Cala Bassa or Cala Salada, before returning to town. Visitors then take a position on the waterfront for the sunset, the main event of the trip, and have dinner along the strip before returning by the last bus or taxi. Because the town is lively in peak season, the early evening is crowded and tables near the water fill up early, so arriving before the sun starts to drop helps. The best season is May to October, when the boats run and the beaches are fully open. Local information is published by the town at santantoni.net.
| Distance | About 16 km north-west of Ibiza Town |
|---|---|
| Travel time | About 25 minutes by car; about 40 to 50 minutes by bus |
| Getting there | Alsa T1 or T2 from the CETIS bus station, Ibiza Town to the Sant Antoni bus station (about EUR 2.20 to EUR 2.60, about USD 2.53 to USD 2.99, by card or QR on board; cash is higher; check alsaibiza.es) |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Passeig de ses Fonts, 07820 Sant Antoni de Portmany, Balearic Islands, Spain |
How to get there
- Alsa T1 via Sant Rafel
- Alsa T2 via Sant Josep
- Night bus N1 or N4 after midnight in summer
- Car (about 25 minutes)
Location
Passeig de ses Fonts, 07820 Sant Antoni de Portmany, Balearic Islands, Spain
38.9831, 1.3009 View on map
Highlights
- Sunset from the Sant Antoni bay-front waterfront
- Harbour and Passeig de ses Fonts
- Beach bus and boat links to Cala Comte, Cala Bassa and Cala Salada
- Dinner at the cafes along the bay
Tips for visiting
- Reach the waterfront well before sunset to secure a table.
- Check the last Alsa bus back, or use the N1 or N4 night bus in summer.
- Pay by card or QR on board for the lower fare.
- Take a beach bus or boat to Cala Bassa or Cala Salada earlier in the day.
- Book a taxi for the return if the buses do not match the plans.
When to visit
May to October; arrive in the late afternoon to reach the waterfront before sunset.
Accessibility
The bay-front promenade is mostly flat and suitable for wheelchairs. Beach access by boat or beach bus varies, so check with the operator.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Ibiza Town to Sant Antoni?
The Alsa T1 or T2 takes about 40 to 50 minutes from the CETIS bus station. By car it takes about 25 minutes.
Are there night buses back to Ibiza Town?
In summer the N1 and N4 night buses run after midnight. Confirm timetables at alsaibiza.es.
When is the best season?
May to October, when the beach buses and boats operate and the beaches are open.