1 Day in Ciutadella - The Perfect Itinerary for YOU
Plan your perfect day in Ciutadella Menorca's former elegant capital with our 'Pick and Mix of Ideas', Inspirations and further reading - itineraries for everyone's tastes: families, couples , solos and all ages .
Fall in love with the historic centre
Ciutadella Basic Good to Know
Ciutadella is tiny and the part worth a visit is only the historic centre of Ciutadella which is bounded by a ring road.
Ciutadella is pronounced "thwi-te-della"
- Siesta from 13-14:00 - 16:30 affects shopping times
Is Ciutadella worth a visit?
Absolutely! A well preserved historic centre provides a delight for the eyes and a real contrast to contemporary Menorca's beach resorts.
Ciutadella Practical visitor Advice
Busiest day is Saturday ( a Market day ), especially in summer
Sundays most shops will be closed ( not eating places ) and on Mondays attractions are often taking a break.
Ciutadella Start of Day
Why not join the locals and enjoy a traditional spanish breakfast at a cafe ( @Bar Imperi Placa de Born ) or something a little more contemporary in feel at (@La Reina, @Nibs Healthy bar ( Brunch + Vegan ) ).
Ciutadella Tour Buses
There are no city bus tours in Ciutadella or tourist rickshaws etc but that does not matter as really the only interesting part ( Historic old centre and old city harbour ) is small and only walkable as it consists of a maze of tiny alleys and pedestrian squares.
Must see sights of Ciutadella
The visual standout of Ciutadella is the historic old town ( Former capital until 1722) with one of Spain's most beautiful Squares Plaça des Born which sits atop the Ciutadella's old city Harbour with its bars, restaurants, evening markets and boat trips. The Old town is a maze of alleys which spill out to several squares ( Placas de Ciutadella ) the traditional meeting spots served by cafes and restaurants
Many more sights and places of interest in Ciutadella de Menorca
Ciutadella Mini Photo Tour
Photo tour of the Historic city centre
Ciutadella streets to wander
Eat Treats along the tiny and enchanting Carrer de Santa Clara - Restaurante Es Tast de na Silvia , Cafe Ànima , Maramao Menorca Bar de Tapas and enjoy the many old town squares that connect them.
Enjoy Ciutadella's old city Harbour Day and Night
TIP road signs may show 'Port Antigua' Ciutadella's pretty little harbour is now an active hub (in tourist season ) with water activities, boat trips/hire , diving, Bars/Restaurants and few Shops and Summer nights Artisan Market stalls along Carrer Portal del Mar and Carrer de Pere Capllonch.
The night club area starts to wake after 11pm. - Pla Sant Joan Nightclubs
Ciutadella - Boat Trips
Around the coastline ( Pont D’en Gil huge sea arch) and beaches ( Son Saura , La Vall). Sunset trips.
Ciutadella Private Boat Excursions
Bespoke, Half-days, Full days and sunset Trips
Ciutadella Port Departures
Culture and History days in Ciutadella
Ciutadella Museums ( Museu )
Ciutadella Art Galleries
- Ciutadella Museums and Galleries
Ciutadella's History - Walking History Tour old city with Guide
Visit Ciutadella to Shop
SIESTA RULES!
Shops are typically open from 9/10am until 1 or 2pm. They then close for the big mid-day meal and siesta. Shops re-open around 5 - 5:30 pm and close again at 8 - 9pm. Most shops are closed on Sundays. Time to enjoy a Tapas?
Grab a Coffee / Pastry if too early
More individual clotthing shops than chains- Artisan designed and made often hidden down little side alleys which makes a 'find' all that more satisfying.
Ciutadella shopping Also Sportswear,toys, handmade artisan jewelley Clothes,Fashion and Shoes - from basic to higher end Menorca Boutiques
Pick of the shops : Kiniria , Esto es un Sueño ( locally designed and handmade clothes with bespoke fitting ), Carmen Cocoon ( Artisan Jewellry )
Ciutadella clothes shopping
The old city and it's little side streets is full of fashion boutiques - you just need to wander off the squares ( Plaças ) and you will find yetanother shop window to suck you in !
Market days
- Ciutadella morning Markets
- Ciutadella fresh food market - Meat,Fruit, Vegetable ,Wine and Cheese
Ciutadella where to eat?
With so many good and varied choices they deserve more attention than there is space for here - Our Ciutadella Bar and Restaurant Recommendations. However legal staff rest-days (often Mon,Tues or Wed) may influnece which day you visit Ciutadella.
Ciutadella eating TIPS? As always the sound of locals is your best clue for great food and value. Wandering down a sidetreets of the popular tourist areas will bring special finds. Eat with a view over the Old city harbour / Placa des Born main square - day or evening.
Have a look at Cas Consul, Flamante
Ciutadella Best Tapas
A lovely way to round off or start a shopping visit is with some Tapa. Ciutadella has traditional to new modern and fusion tapas across the old town. Some Tapas bar tips - La Guitara , Maramao, El Hogar del Pollo , Carbones 13
Ciutadella summer evenings
Ciutadella Summer (June 1 - 30 Sep ) evening artisan Markets, tapas and shop the myriad of shops
Visit Ciutadella Late night
Ciutadella's city nightlife happens late - Ciutadella City Nightlife
Overnight stays in Ciutadella de Menorca
Choose a 'pamper palace' with Spas, Indoor Pools or more traditional accommodation to enjoy the city nightlife
Hotel deals in Ciutadella City
Getting About in Ciutadella
By Bus
Ciutadella's main bus station ( with all the connections and to get to/from Ciutadella ) is located
Cycling Around Ciutadella
The core city centre is pedestrianised and easy enough on foot but a bicycle or e-bike is a great way to see much more (NO e-scooter services like BOLT on Menorca)
Parking in Ciutadella
Good to Know
Parking zones are color coded to show who is allowed to park there ( with fines for misuse! ) :
- GREEN - residents only
- Blue - anyone ,but usually with a meter somewhere to get a ticket
Good to know - In Spain, parking areas marked with blue lines indicate regulated parking zones, commonly referred to as "Zona Azu" (Blue Zone). Designated for short-term parking ( Max. 2H ) and usually require a time based fee - take small coins!
Some areas are resticted traffic wise (Fines issued via a camera) Pay and display blue areas are limited to 2 hours. Parking in the Car Parks on the outskirts of Ciutadella de Menorca is mostly free.
All Ciutadella parking on a map
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Ciutadella de Menorca Tourist Guide
Ciutadella de Menorca ALL the sights and places of interest
Site for a hand sketch Street Artist