Is Es Migjorn Gran a good Holiday location for you?
(updated January 2025)
Es Migjorn Gran for families
An break from Santo Tomas
Better Self Catering food options
Beautiful countryside walks and cycling tracks
Es Migjorn Gran for couples
Next to some beautiful remote virgin beaches accessible on foot
Beautiful countryside walks and cycling tracks
Es Migjorn Gran is located a few kilometers inland on the South Coast. Approximately 30 mins. from the Airport. To get to Es Migjorn Gran you travel through beautiful country side. Mahon is about 40 minutes drive, and Ciutadella about 35 minutes.
Due to its remoter location Es Migjorn Gran remains a very small town with the least tourism influence on the island. Es Migjorn does not really have much to warrant a visit except as an access point to walks and adventurous walks to remoter virgin beaches ( Cala Fustram, Cala Escorxada and Playa Binigaus)
An easy bus visit for holiday visitors staying in the nearby beach resort of Santo Tomas, looking for a change of scene. It is typically Menorcan, where the old men gather to shake their heads at the new things in the world. Tourist accommodation in the town is very limited.
Es Migjorn Gran's biggest draw is that it is surrounded by grandiose and beautiful countryside, with many rural paths and single track roads ( Camis ) to explore. It is the starting point for drives or walks in to wonderful wood and valleys ( Binigaus ) and directly south of the town is the virgin beach of Binigaus.
Es Migjorn has a few Tapas bars, a couple of basic Cafe Bars, basic Cafeterias aswell as some charmimg restaurants which will be welcome addition to the limited offerings in Santo Tomas.
Es Migjorn Gran is close to some amazing virgin beaches, coastline and valleys which can be explored on foot,horseback or Sea Kayak - see things to do below.
Cycling, Walking and riding
The locals area is criss crossed with "Camis" ( original rustic bridleways ) ideal for walking & cycling in scenic countryside.
Es Migjorn Gran Binigaus beach and valley
Es Migjorn Gran Sights
Es Migjorn Gran Riding
Es Migjorn Gran Sights
Es Migjorn Gran - Caves Binigaus Valley
Santo Tomas - Bus Routes
Shopping in Es Migjorn Gran
Shopping is geared towards providing basics for local community. There is a local shoe manufacturer MIBO with shop at the commercial area ( Poligno )
In Summer ( July to mid September ) there is a small night market at Plaza de la Iglesia ( head for the church spire in old town ) between 19:30 and 23:30. There are 10 or so stalls selling handmade items . Usually there is some form of musical entertainment. There are free buses from Santo Tomas at 7 ,8 and 9 pm returns at 9.30,10.30 and 23.30
In nearby Ferreries ( bus route ) there are some outlet stores and smaller artisan jewellery and footwear shops in the town. In addition on Saturday mornings a local summer ( farmers,Artesan ) market.
Countryside
You can explore the local valleys ( Binigaus ) which winds done to the coast. Or inland on the Camis ( country lanes ) towards Ferreries.
Fiesta in Es Migjorn Gran
The annual spectacular Fiesta featurning Menorca's famous Horses and riders takes place 5th weekend in July or 1st weekend in August.
Es Migjorn Gran for Holiday Visitors - at a glance
Restaurants in Es Migjorn Gran
As a town, following the general rule in Menorca, it has better Restaurants pricewise than the nearby Santo Tomas. Upmarket restaurants open to public in Santo Tomas' bigger beachside hotels....our curated guide to Es Migjorn Gran Restaurants Guide
A few, nothing standout ,Cafe Bars for residents. Buzzier and beachside bars at nearby Santo Tomas beach ( bus L71/L72) ...our curated Es Migjorn Gran Bar and Clubs guide
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 Migjorn Gran -
Es Migjorn Gran Supermarkets
Some Supermarkets may shut for Siesta
Local supermarkets are seasonal and will be ~ 20% more expensive than out of resort.
Typical small town food shops for residents. Two large good Menorca brand supermarkets Binipreux and San Crispin within Es Migjorn Gran centre
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 Migjorn Gran
Airport to/from one way 37 Eur
Taxis are licensed for a MAX. of 4 Passengers. (any Age child counts as 1 )
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.
Es Migjorn Gran has a mediterranean climate characterised by hot dry summers. Menorca has pleasant cooling Summer breeze. The sea temperatures at Es Migjorn Gran 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 Es Migjorn Gran - 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
Es Migjorn Gran Airport Transfer times
0 Hrs.30 mins.
Menorca Airport
23 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 50 Eur upto 3 to Es Migjorn Gran 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 62 Eur upto 6 to Es Migjorn Gran No wait. Travel in style in premium vehicles