Menorca Tours

Neighbouring Ibiza and Mallorca, Menorca is part of the paradisiacal Balearic Islands nestled in the Mediterranean Sea. It is a Spanish gem that offers locals and visitors alike the most beautiful sights and vibrant activities.

As you would expect, tours and guided tours abound on the island offering different experiences to suit all tastes. Whether you're into adventure or leisurely sightseeing, Menorca has so much to see and do that your holiday will be an unforgettable experience.

Visiting the Ciutadella is a must if you go to Menorca. One of the best ways to get to know the Ciutadella is by taking a guided tour of the area. It is a rewarding and enriching experience of culture and architecture.

If part of the aim of your trip is to get to know and appreciate the monuments that Menorca has to offer, you will undoubtedly love everything that Ciutadella has to offer.

On the tour you will be able to get to know the historic centre, the city's Cathedral and the arches that are of great tourist and cultural interest.

In addition, these tours usually also pass through the main square, the Salort Palace and the Diocesan Museum of Menorca. The stops are generally made at emblematic places in Ciutadella, such as the Convent Sant Agusti.

Interesting details

• Price: On average you could spend from 6 to 50 euros per person. You may have to spend more on tours that do not include entrance fees to the iconic sites.
• Duration: To visit Ciutadella and see the most important sights, you could spend two to three hours.
• Means of transport: Tours that offer a guided tour of the whole place include transport. Depending on the number of people, the type of vehicle may vary, it can be a private car or a bus.
• Advantages of this tour: You will be able to learn about the history of the island and soak up its rich cultural and religious essence.
• Disadvantages of the tour: Many of the tours offered in this area do not include entrance tickets to the most emblematic places, so you will have to buy them on your own.

With more than 8,000 species, the Binissuès Natural Museum promises you an interesting and knowledgeable tour. During the tour you can discover each section of the museum, divided into zoology, malacology, geology, mycology and botany.

Among the numerous species to be found in the museum, 350 species of mushrooms native to the island and the collection of rare and giant insects stand out.

As part of your visit to the site, you can take an interesting tour of the Binissuès Museum, a place where you can learn first-hand what life in the countryside was like in the island's past. The guides and caretakers of the house welcome you in period costume, just to explain in detail how the land was worked in those distant years.

This place is located in an old farmhouse that has been converted into a museum. Inside you will be able to appreciate every detail that defines the house's era of splendour.

You will enjoy an audiovisual display detailing the life of the house's owners through the generations. It is a unique and satisfying experience.

Details of interest

• Price: Prices may vary according to the season of the year and the type of visit you make to the museum. The museum offers different options of visits with different prices, so you are sure to find the one that suits what you are looking for. In general, prices range from 18 to 60 euros.
• Duration: A complete tour of the farmhouse, the manor house and the science museum could take you around 3 hours. This time can be extended if you also visit the farm and the ethnological collection on site.
• Means of transport: The tour of the museum is on foot, which gives you the advantage of being able to take photos in every place you want and see every detail of this unmissable visit up close.
• Advantages of touring the Museum: You will learn about the strangest species of animals and you will be taken on a journey back in time to find out what life was like in Menorca in the past.
• Disadvantages of taking the tour: Many of the tours offered do not include a transport service. This tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility who require wheelchairs.

The port of Mahón has had an important impact on Menorca and the Balearic Islands since ancient times. It has been the point of arrival and departure for different generations of conquerors and adventurers.

Nowadays it is an excellent place to start a boat trip from Mahón, or even to walk around the place. The walking tour of Mahon will take you on a journey through time.

Touring the town and harbour will not only awaken your interest in learning more about the island, but will also allow you to take in the wonderful views of the sea.

If you are an art lover, you can't miss the Teatro Principal, one of the oldest theatres on the continent and still active.

Details of interest

• Price: The price to attend this guided tour can vary according to the age of each participant. Children and seniors usually pay less for their ticket, while adults pay a higher price. The price per person can range from 20 to 50 euros. For groups of several people the cost can go up to 160 or 200 euros, depending on the number of people.
• Duration: Touring the whole city of Mahón can take time. If you book a quick tour of the most important places and without many stops, it can take between one and a half and two hours to complete the whole tour. If you hire a more complete tour, you could get to know the town in four to six hours.
• Means of transport: Depending on the type of tour you book, you can do the tour on foot or by car. I particularly recommend that you hire a walking tour, so that you can enjoy first-hand all the contrasts that Mahón has to offer. You can also use a sailing boat to tour the harbour.
• Advantages of touring Mahón: It helps you get to know the most emblematic places and monuments of Spain and Europe, while you enjoy the landscapes that surround the town.
• Disadvantages of this option: If you decide to do the route on foot, it can be a disadvantage if you get tired before the end of the walk. It is not that it is a heavy walk, but before venturing out, be aware that you are in the mood for a long walk.

If you want a quiet visit and an exceptional wine tasting in Menorca, the Hort Sant Patrici winery is the ideal choice.

It is an estate with more than a hundred years of history where wines and cheeses of the highest quality are produced.

An experience, without a doubt, perfect for delighting your palate that you cannot miss on your visit to Menorca. The estate opens its doors for you to enjoy a special wine and cheese tasting. There is also a private museum and souvenir shop. If you want a main course, the place also offers a restaurant service.

Details of interest

• Price: It may vary according to the type of visit, either group or individual. There may also be a change in price depending on whether you visit in high or low season. Bookings should be made in advance to ensure the best prices and availability.
• Duration: It depends on whether you only stay for the winery tour and tasting, or if you also stay for a good meal, the tour can last from two to three hours.
• Means of transport: To get to the winery, you will need to go by car. Some tours offer to pick you up at the hotel where you are staying, while others do not include this service. Inside the estate and winery, the tour is on foot.
• Advantages of visiting the winery: This visit allows you to taste the unique flavours of the highest quality Menorcan gastronomy. You can learn first-hand about the cheese and wine making process.
• Disadvantages of the visit: You have to take into account the time of the year when you visit. Depending on the season and the number of people, the price changes.

How about a double cheese and wine tasting? In Minorca, this is one of the ideal activities to do. For this reason, it is not surprising that you have more than one option for tasting the island's delicacies.

The Subaida cheese dairy has been making cheeses and presenting wines for three generations.

During this tour and tasting, you have the opportunity to sample the exquisiteness of white, rosé and red wines. As for cheeses, the tasting includes cheeses of 2 months semi-cured, 6 months cured and 12 months aged.

Before the tasting, you will be able to tour the entire estate and learn about the production process. Without a doubt, this is an experience you must have on your visit to Menorca.

Details of the tour

• Price: The price variation depends on the number of people attending, as well as the completeness of the tour. Approximately the price of the tour can be around 20 euros.
• Duration: Touring the whole place, from the farm to the wine and cheese tasting, it can take up to 3 hours to complete the activity.
• Means of transport: Tours to the cheese factory do not include transport. If you want to do this tour, you will have to find a way to get to the destination. Inside the facilities, the tour will be on foot.
• Advantages of taking the tour: You will taste one of the best wines and cheeses of the region. You will be able to see the entire production process in the vineyards and cheese factories.
• Disadvantages of this option: The biggest drawback you face when visiting this venue is the transport. You have to get there on your own to start the tour.

The Son Catlar site is one of the jewels of the Talayotic culture. Visiting these monuments will give you a unique and enriching archaeological and historical experience. These sites explain how people lived in this region during the Iron Age.

Part of what you will find on your visit to Son Catlar is the view of the 900-metre-long wall that stretches around the entire complex.

During the visit you will listen to an explanation of the archaeological studies and results that experts have reached over time.

Details of interest

• Price: Adults pay around 16 to 20 euros for the entrance and guided tour, while children between 11 and 17 years old can pay around 8 euros. Children up to 10 years old can enjoy the tour free of charge.
• Duration: The full tour lasts approximately 2 hours. Once the guided tour is over, you can stay as long as you like inside the site.
• Means of transport: The tour starts right at the entrance to the site, so tours do not usually include transport. If you go by car, you can park at the entrance to the site and then enjoy the walk.
• Advantages of this option: It is a quiet, short walk and you will learn a lot of things you probably didn't know.
• Disadvantages of taking the tour: Transport is not included. You should also bear in mind that these tours do not usually include food. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. Pets are not allowed in order to preserve the care of the site.

It is impossible to talk about the island without talking about the paradisiacal sea views and the sailing excursions in Menorca. That's why if you travel to Menorca, you can't miss out on a sailing tour. From my point of view, there is nothing better than getting to know the whole city on board of a sailing boat.

During this trip you will get to know the most hidden and magical places around Menorca. It is an experience that you can live in three hours, half a day or the whole day. Depending on the type of tour you choose, you will be able to visit more or less destinations around the island.

Details of interest

• Price: Depending on the amount of time you want to spend on this activity, the price can vary. You can find offers from 50 to 160 euros per person.
• Duration: The shortest tour can be around three hours. Half-day and full-day trips are also available, sailing around the island of Menorca.
• Means of transport: You must get to the coast on your own, from there, you will sail by sailboat.
• Advantages of this option: You will be in contact with fun, the sea and adventure. It is a great opportunity for family enjoyment or meeting up with your partner.
• Disadvantages of this option: It is not an option for people who are afraid of the sea or extreme adventures. Pets are not allowed and it is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Are you looking for adventure and want to let your free spirit out? Then this is the tour for you. This experience offers you a unique and unrepeatable ride through the most beautiful rural landscapes of the island. You will get to know inhospitable trails, which are only accessible by 4x4 vehicles. The tour takes place in classic Land Rover vehicles.

On this jeep safari in Menorca you will be able to enjoy incredible views and see the island' s wildlife up close. The tour includes a guide and driver of the vehicle.

The best thing about this tour is that you will have the opportunity to appreciate the sunset on the island with privileged views.

Details of interest

• Price: The cost of this tour ranges between 100 and 130 euros. The variation depends on how long the experience lasts and what it includes.
• Duration: You can find half-day or full-day tours, depending on your adventurous spirit.
• Means of transport: The tour takes place on board 4x4 vehicles specialised for rough terrain.
• Advantages of taking the tour: You will have a unique outdoor adventure experience. The groups are quite small. You don't need to be physically fit to take part in the adventure.
• Disadvantages of taking the tour: Children under 5 years old are not allowed. Not suitable for pregnant women or wheelchair users. Food and refreshments are not included.

Kayaking is a must if you go to Menorca. The caves where you can dive are inaccessible in Menorca, but with a good kayak tour you can get to know them. You will be able to appreciate the marine fauna like never before by diving in this area.

One of the best experiences you will have on this tour is the diving baptism.
Specialists from the Marine Reserve are part of the tour, to explain in detail the characteristics of the species found inside and all the details of the caves. This means that as well as being an incredible adventure experience, it will also be educational.

Details of interest

• Price: There are different packages available to get to know the diving caves. Packages for couples range from 150 to 300 euros. The individual cost ranges from 40 to 60 euros per person.
• Duration: This tour can last between three hours and the whole day. Depending on how much time you want to dedicate to it, you can choose the option that best suits you.
• Transport: From the coast to the caves and back, you are guaranteed water transport. You must get to the starting point on your own.
• Advantages of this option: You will experience a day of aquatic adventure and learn about the marine fauna from experts in the area.
• Disadvantages of this option: You will have to pay for your own food. Not suitable for pregnant women or people with reduced mobility.

One of the most dazzling spectacles you can see in Menorca are its sunsets. It is one thing to see it from the most irregular terrain on the island, and another thing to enjoy it by boat.

This magical experience will take you on a trip along the island's coastline as the sun sets. Not only will you be able to enjoy the beautiful view, but you'll also be able to enjoy delicious tapas and refreshing drinks.

Interesting details

• Price: Per person, the cost of this activity is usually around 50 to 60 euros. The variation depends on the type of boat.
• Duration: This tour can last between two and a half and three hours, depending on the departure time of the boat.
• Means of transport: You have to arrive on your own at the coast from where the tour departs. The tour takes place by boat, sailboat or motorboat.
• Advantages of taking the tour: You will have refreshments during the tour. You will be able to swim a little when the boat stops for snorkelling and diving.
• Disadvantages of the tour: Group tours are limited to a maximum of 10 to 11 people.

• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Wear hats to keep the sun off your face.
• Always carry a bottle of water.
• Avoid carrying too many things in your hands, diversify your luggage.
• Pay close attention to the guide's instructions.