Es Mercadal Tourist Guide - nearby beaches
Best Es Mercadal Guide in photos and maps
Es Mercadal Beach
There is no house beach here but with Menorca you are never that far from the next beach.
nearby beachesA taste of Authentic Menorca. Great for Springtime stays as a base to explore.
Location and distance to Airport 14 miles / 22 km
How do I get from Menorca Airport to Es Mercadal?
| Direct Transfer | 0 Hrs. 25 mins. |
| All Transfer Options | eg Shared Shuttle from 13 Eur pp or Taxi max. 4 pers. 30 Eur , Public Airport Bus - none! |
| Bus Services | operate all year . NO AIRPORT SHUTTLES |
Es Mercadal is a small market town in the centre of the island, with a medieval old centre of rustic whitewashed houses lining pretty narrow streets. It lies at the base of Monte Toro, Menorcas highest 'mountain' (357 m). On top there are viewing areas and a small cafeteria. From here there is an excellent view of the whole island upto the bay at Fornells and the northern coast and the hills of the islands' centre, down to the southern coast.
A good stopping off point for a break if travelling along the main ME-1 road of Menorca.
The town is also home to traditional cakes and biscuits - "amargos ( almond macaroons ) ", "carquinyols" and "torro cremat" which you will find in the little cake and pastry shops along the main shopping road. Great places for a coffee, teas and edible treats.
Es Mercadal is also the gateway to the northern coast natural beaches eg ( Cavalleria and Pregonda ) reached along very scenic country roads.
Es Mercadal - Top Sights and Things to Do
lots more what to see and do ideas
There are various types of markets in Es Mercadal some morning some evening . The clothes/souvenirs markets summertime is every Thursday on la calle central 'Carrer Nou' 10:00 to 13:00All markets
Es Mercadal Fiesta
Third weekend in July
Es Mercadal Annual Events
Agricultural fair
Es Mercadal - Holiday Planner QUICK guide
Restaurants in Es Mercadal
The town has a well deserved reputation for it's restaurants. Always worth a stop for lunch if travelling across Menorca by road. Great value fixed price, french cuisines and gastro bar just shows the variety in this small place...check our curated guide for details Es Mercadal Restaurants guide
Bars & Clubs in Es Mercadal
Traditional town with a reputation for good eating. Some high quality restaurants,new cuisine and good value restaurants ...check our curated guide for details Es Mercadal Bar and Clubs guide
Es Mercadal See and Do
Es Mercadal has a old picturesque centre to ejoy cafe bars / eateries - home to annual fairs at the large fair ground ( Menorca Horse Show, Spring fair ) , Monte Torre ( viewpoint for the whole island ) ...
Boat Trips, ActivitiesOur what to do and see in Es Mercadal inspirations
Does Es Mercadal have enough shops?
Unlike beach resorts, this town's shops will close for Siesta ( ~ 13-17:00). Shops tend to be busiest during the evening when people will also meet up in the Cafe-Bars.
Within Es Mercadal - Es Mercadal shops are mostly for the local community but with a few clothing shops in the main pedestrian street
Es Mercadal Supermarkets
Some smaller supermarkets may shut for Siesta.
Es Mercadal has some terrific (artisan) bakeries, quality local produce and ecological food stores
All the Big shop supermarkets plus online delivery availability .
Summer Markets Es Mercadal
Simple local morning markets take second place to the farmer ( Agri ) and summer night markets ( Mercat de Nit ) june- end of Sept
Is Es Mercadal Safe?
You can be assured that women,children will feel safe - no tourism aimed at large youthful groups / binge drinking
Moving around Es Mercadal
Buses - Es Mercadal
Looking for Es Mercadal Airport Shuttle / Transfers?
Good to know
Bus Network Map with Es Mercadal Bus stops to download
Es Mercadal is a bus hub on Menorca - for connections to north/south coast beach resorts
Bus Times,places to visit by bus - Es MercadalBus Menorca Airport to Es Mercadal
TIP: Mahon will mostly be written on timetables, front of buses and signposts as Maó, it's local name. Take a bus trip to see some of the other sights, resorts/towns and Menorca's attractions.
Taxis - Es Mercadal
Airport to/from one way 30 Eur
Taxis are licensed for a MAX. of 4 Passengers. (any Age child counts as 1 )
Taxis next to bus stop - good for combining connections.
Good to know
Menorca has no private Cab firms , Uber or ...'Dodgy Touts!'
TIP 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.
Comprehensive Guide Menorca Taxis - how to book
Es Mercadal - Tourist maps
Es Mercadal Tourist maps ...all on a map
Villas & Apartments
Packaged Self Catering Villas and Aparthotels Holidays
From Jet2
£ 60 pp deposit, easy monthly payments
Hotel deals in Es Mercadal Es Mercadal Where to stay
Popular Hotels ( All Hotels in Es Mercadal Menorca)
Es Mercadal Tips and Advice
What's the weather like in Es Mercadal
Weather Now
Es Mercadal has a mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers. Menorca has pleasant cooling Summer breeze. The sea temperatures at Es Mercadal 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.
Es Mercadal - beaches nearby
Es Mercadal All beaches nearby on map
Markets in and near Es Mercadal
All about Menorca's Markets
Quick Answers about Es Mercadal an Authentic Menorcan Town
Shared ~ 13 Euro p.P
Private Transfers from 50 Eur upto 3 to Es Mercadal 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 72 Eur upto 6 to Es Mercadal No wait. Travel in style in premium vehicles
Hotels Boutique or Traditional Es Mercadal ? - All Hotels in Es Mercadal
Es Mercadal has a unique history and culture - Attractions and Sights of Es Mercadal
No, but sandy beaches are close by. See our Es Mercadal Guide with all the nearby Beaches and lot's more to discover
