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Overview

Cala Longa is home to a lot of more exclusive villas looking over to an attractive Mahon skyline. For many years this part of he island was 'militarised' some of the older heriateg is now available to visit - La Mola. The minus to all this is you will definetely need a hire car here as the only a single route in and out which means driving along to the end of the harbour.

There is a very small commercial centre with a x and x and a mini supermarket where truthully the prices refelect a 'captive' market.

Menorca Tips

There is a water taxi that operates in Mahon, Cala Longa and Es Castell which means you can cross the water day and night rather than drive. Or think about hiring a 2 wheeler to give you some freedom and access to the beach at Sa Mesquida.

Cala Longa - Top Sights and Things to Do

lots more what to see and do ideas

Mahon has many attractions around the city and close by so check out our extended things to see and do section. Don't make the mistake of trying to visit Mahon in a couple of hours. Mahon is the largest city on Menorca and it's attractions are more spread out. There are three ways to enjoy the harbour - from the water ( harbour trips ) and on land from the city level along the Passieg Maritim road or at waterside level. There are several steps, paths to / from the harbour side including a lift close to Mahon Casino down to the big yachts marina. There is a new glass lift down to harbour at Sa Placa City centre

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Day excursions from Mahon Harbour

Often cruise ships will arrive and passengers can have some time on shore. What can you do in the four hours or so? You might be tempted to try too much (bus frequency is limited) so we recommend enjoying Mahon or visiting Es Castell harbour ( bus every 30 mins ) - see things to see and do.

Architecture

There is a very pleasant walk down Carrer Isabel II. Starting at the end furthest away from the town centre is Museu de Menorca ( Placa des Monastir) set in elegant surroundings. Along this road are countless beautiful buildings (18th century wealthy town houses) and the best display of balconies and the renowned bow windows, sometimes called boinders which were introduced during the British colonial period. Along the way there are narrow streets off to the left with views out to the harbour. As you get towards the town centre there is a great cafe, just before you enter the square of the town hall and Mahon's cathedral.

Museu de Menorca holds a selection of artefacts across the range of occupiers including Roman, Moorish, and Catalan Menorca relics.

Menorca Holiday Tips

If its very hot the museum is an oasis of calm and air conditioning Museum Guide

Every Friday from June to September at Plaza del Carme in Mahon. In the evenings with musical entertainment.

Harbour and Yacht Marinas

Second only to Pearl Harbour as one of the world's largest natural harbours, the harbour defines this town both physically and historically. The strategic naval nature and location of the harbour has meant Mahon has had more than it's fair share of foreign occupiers.

The harbour is a working harbour which means there's always something to see. From the big cruise ships that visit and perform their spectacular docking "ballets", the "big as houses" motor yachts moored in front of Mahon Casino, to the little fishing boats whose catch you might be eating that evening. The Moll de Levant is the roadside beside the harbour and has a wide range of bars,cafes, clubs, shops and restaurants.

Menorca Holiday Tips

Do walk the entire length of the Moll de Levant ( Harbour road ) as stretches are broken up with a few storage houses and attractions continue beyond.

Mahon - Boat Trips

around the Harbour

It might sound "old hat" but the combined tour and glass bottom boat trips from the harbour are a bit more special on Menorca as the waters are really crystal clear, healthy and with lots and lots of fish to see the kids will love it. Offering trips of varying length including historical commentary you will be taken around the extensive harbour with its several islands and their interesting history. Some trips will include a view of the picture postcard pretty harbour, Cales Fons at Es Castell.

For something more personalised you can have trips of your own choice from the friendly water taxi service.

Longer trips along north east / south east coast

There are trips from the same large boats that do the harbour tours and also half day and full day truips on smaller boats, catamerans where you can take over a whole boat as a group or join a group.

Boat Excurions

Favourite people watching spots

If you like to sit and watch the world Mahon has some great spots where the world walks by. Around the Placa Esplanada are lot's of Cafe Bars, the junction of the main pedestrian cross roads (Placa Reial) , Plaza del Principe and of course along the harbour - check maps below.

Mahon Shopping and Supermarkets

Menorca is smallscale - there are no shopping malls etc. Mahon's shopping has changed in recent years. Womens clothes shops have tbloomed over the city centre offering Spainish and Italian fashion chains and stylish individual boutique shops. Even more modern city chic Cafes for those little stops. Don't forget that Siesta applies here so from 13:00 to 17:00 very little will be open. Late afternoons and evenings are the best time, taking in some Tapas as well.

Boutiques Guide

There is a weekly outdoor market with basic clothing ( seasonally dependent ) , beachwear, souvenirs, footwear and costume jewellry. Every Tue,Sat all year on the main square Placa Esplanada 09:00-14:00 - see maps

Menorca Holiday Tips

Don't forget the side streets in the old city where you will find hidden gems. Gentlemen, if the ladies are heads down with shopping and its not your thing then you can relax at the Bar American which is at the cross roads (Placa Reial) of the main pedestrian shopping streets.

Food Shopping

One of the delights of Menorca is we still have little foodshops. Most of the larger chain supermarkets are located at the local trading estate area ( Poligno ) - see map

Tip: Around town and down the side streets are wonderful little food shops.There is a very good and attractive indoor market (Sa Placa) set in grand surroundings of a cloister with great food stalls, delicatessen shops and Mahon's fish market all very close together.

Getting About

Mahon Express

A good way to get a quick overview of Mahon without walking and fun for children. Departs from main square ( Placa del Esplanada ) for a 50 min trip around Mahon's principle sights^*. The ticket will allow you to get off and back on at set points ( ses Voltes steps, Port Mahon Hotel ) if you want to explore an area you fancy.

Adults 8, Children 7 Eur

^*the train is resticted to certain roads so you may miss a lot that Mao has to offer.

Taxis

The main taxi stand is at Placa de Esplanada. Airport to Mahon is circa 17 Euro.

Cycling

A good way to explore Mahon's old city - daily hire start at 10 Euro. Hire Shops in Mahon

Mahon Nightlife

Mahon has a wide range of cafes, bars, clubs and restaurants to suite all tastes. The most clubs and music bars all in one place at the harbour opposite the ferry terminal. Down the big steps and take a left 500 meters ( Moll de Ponent and Costa d'es General ). The Casino at the Club Maritimo is open every day into the early hours and offers a full range of gaming tables, slot machines a bar and restaurant facilities as well as a classic roof top terrace overlooking the harbour..

Tip Want to visit a Club or Music bar? Dont forget you are on Menorcan time, nothing starts to happen until after 11 pm as people will have eaten 'late'.

Mahon Clubs and Discotec listing

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