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MenorcaGuide was updated: 2025-11-30

Beat the crowds in Menorca, the most tranquil of the Balearic islands. The stunning coves and secluded, white sand beaches are matched with the idyllic countryside and historic ruins. This island's charm attracts visitors year-round.

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Facts

Population:	102,477 (2025)
Currency:	1 Euro = 100 Cents
Emergency Numbers:	Ambulance, Fire Brigade, Police: 112 National Police: 091 Local police: 092
Newspapers:	Menorca Diario Insular: www.menorca.info Radio Menorca: www.cadenaser.com/radio-menorca Mediterráneo Digital: www.mediterraneodigital.com
Website:	www.menorca.es www.visitmenorca.co.uk
Opening Hours:	Most shops and businesses open from Monday to Saturday 9am–1:30pm and 4:30pm–8pm, while some of them close down on Saturday afternoons as well.
Tourist Information:	Oficina Información Turística Ciutadella Plaça des Born 15, Ciutadella de Menorca +34 971 38 37 24 infomenorcaciutadella@menorca.es Open Mon–Fri 9am–3:30pm, Sat 9am–3:30pm, Sun closed

Do & See

Many visitors immediately head east through the flower-freckled meadowland of the interior to the resorts of Cala en Forcat, Cala en Bosch and Cala Galdana. However, step off the beaten track and you will be rewarded — Mahón, or Maó, an interesting capital with a turbulent history, saw many sea conflicts as the Spanish, British and French grappled for control of this strategically important naval base. The influences of all three cultures, as well as the native Balearic one, can be seen here today.

Mahón

Menorca's capital Mahón, or Maó, in Catalan, boasts terrific sights and a colourful history that is best explored by a boat trip along the harbour. Do also stroll around, starting at Placa Colona, and lose yourself in a warren of tight alleyways.

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Fort Marlborough

The low-lying Fort Marlborough was built by the British in the 18th century, and as a cover operation, its entrance was hidden in a deep tunnel. Take a tour through the fort's gloomy tunnels for a unique experience.

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Pedreres De S’hostal

Pedreres de S’Hostal is one of the most beautiful ethnological places on the island. An astounding natural labyrinth made of incredible sandstone shapes left by both manual carvers as well as mechanical carvings, this part-quarry and part-sculpture field is a tranquil place. Visit in summer to enjoy one of the many live concerts.

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Xoriguer Gin Distillery

A relic from the 18th-century British rule, Xoriguer produces perhaps the oldest gin in the Mediterranean, crafted using a 1700s recipe and copper stills that are over 250 years old. Their showroom in Menorca offers an array of flavours to taste; don't miss the traditional pomada. Their unique process has earned them the 'Gin de Mahón' Geographical Indication recognition. Drop by and find your perfect Menorcan memento.

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Ciutadella

Ciutadella de Menorca is a small town and the cultural rival of Mahón. Take a stroll along the canal-like harbour and dine on fresh lobster in one of the waterside restaurants, before checking out British colonial ruins.

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Cap de Cavalleria

Menorca has many beautiful lookout points, and one of them, in the island's north, is Cap de Cavalleria. Visit at sunrise or sundown for the most spectacular views. The beautiful Faváritx Lighthouse also offers lovely coastal views of quaint little roads, which end in crystal clear bays.

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Mahón

Fort Marlborough

Pedreres De S’hostal

Xoriguer Gin Distillery

Ciutadella

Cap de Cavalleria