Water Sports feature on the beach. There are free public toilets midway on the promenade aswell as bars and souvenirs shops for drinks and summer goods/toys.
The beach can get crowded in peak season at the weekend when the locals add to the holiday guests.
Bus Network Map with Cala Galdana Bus stops to download
TIP:Mahon will mostly be written on timetables, front of buses and signposts as Maó, it's local name. If you are staying longer than a week take a trip on this good network and see some of the other sights, resorts/towns and attractions.
Menorca has no private Cab firms , Uber or ....'Dodgy Touts!'
Taxis are licensed for a MAX. of 4 Passengers. (any Age child counts as 1 passenger)
Taxis to Ferreries ~5 miles circa max. 12 Eur. Taxis stand at Placa Espanya in Ferreries
Summer peak In recent years Taxis have been in short supply due to not enough drivers for licensed areas. Consider a private transfer to reach Airport in good time for flight home.
Cala Galdana caters mostly for tourist tastes, but does offer some more authentic local cuisine eg along Passeig des riu opposite main car parking.
...our curated Cala Galdana Bar and Restaurants guide
Cala Galdana is very much about enjoying the outdoors on land or sea. Some amazing virgin beaches with lovely walks ( some very long ) along coast east or west. Sports activities at Sports Audax. Boat Charters and Excursions
Cala Galdana has a mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers. Menorca has pleasant cooling Summer breeze. The sea temperatures at Cala Galdana will be around 22-26 degrees in Summer. In October the water is still warm. Spring time ( early March to April ) will have sunny days with temperatures around 20 and above , ideal for sightseeing, walking, cycling and horseriding activities.
There are no Public shuttles , no direct Airport buses to Cala Galdana - connections only via Mahon with potential long waits
Taxi or pre-booked Shuttle ?
Daytime Taxis are plentiful outside arrivals - best value for 4 or less to Holiday Resorts within 20km. Airport Taxis do not provide child seats - required by LAW
Cala Galdana Airport Transfer times
0 Hrs.45 mins.
Menorca Airport
37 k.m
Shared Transfers Waits,restricted drop off/pickup addresses
Transfer Time: variable
from 13 Eur PP
Private Transfers Door to Door,no wait, drop off/pickup any addresses
Private Transfers from 75 Eur upto 3 to Cala Galdana ideal for families and groups , as no waiting for other passengers ( delayed) arrival. Door to Door and child seats can be pre-booked.
VIP Transfers from 110 Eur upto 6 to Cala Galdana No wait. Travel in style in premium vehicles