Best Beaches in Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera
22 hand-picked beaches in Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera, ranked by our editors. Top pick: Cala Macarelleta (4.8 / 5).
Cala Macarelleta
Menorca, Spain · Sandy Beach · 4.8 / 5
Ses Illetes
Formentera, Spain · Sandy Beach · 4.8 / 5
Cala Pregonda
Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain · Red-Rock Cove · 4.8 / 5
Cala Macarella
Ciutadella, Menorca, Spain · Turquoise Cove on Menorca · 4.8 / 5
Cala en Turqueta
Ciutadella, Menorca, Spain · Pine-Fringed Cove on Menorca · 4.7 / 5
Cala d'Hort
Sant Josep, Ibiza · Ibiza beach facing the mythic Es Vedra rock · 4.7 / 5
Cala Saona
Formentera, Balearic Islands, Spain · Sunset Cove on Formentera · 4.6 / 5
Cala Mitjana
Ciutadella, Menorca · Pine-framed cove on Menorca south coast · 4.6 / 5
Cala Galdana
Cala Galdana, Ferreries, Menorca · Half-moon cove with calm turquoise water · 4.6 / 5
Ses Illetes Beach, Formentera
Ses Illetes, Formentera · White sand and shallow turquoise water on the Formentera peninsula · 4.6 / 5
Cala Comte
Sant Josep, Ibiza, Spain · Clear Water and Rocky Islets · 4.5 / 5
Cala en Porter, Menorca
Cala en Porter, Menorca · Fine sand cove in a cliff-lined ravine on Menorca · 4.5 / 5
Platja de Migjorn, Formentera
Migjorn, Formentera · Long quiet sandy beach on the south coast of Formentera · 4.5 / 5
Cala Salada
Sant Antoni, Ibiza, Spain · Sheltered Pine-Fringed Cove · 4.4 / 5
Cala Bassa
Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Ibiza · Wide sandy bay with calm shallow water · 4.4 / 5
Cala Tarida
Sant Josep, Ibiza, Balearic Islands · West-coast Ibiza cove famous for sunsets · 4.4 / 5
Ses Salines
Sant Josep, Ibiza, Balearic Islands · Sandy beach in a natural park with beach clubs · 4.4 / 5
Cala Benirras
Sant Joan, Ibiza · Sunset drumming cove on the north coast of Ibiza · 4.4 / 5
Ses Salines Beach, Ibiza
Ses Salines, Sant Josep, Ibiza · Long sandy beach inside a natural park on southern Ibiza · 4.4 / 5
Cala Gracio, Ibiza
Cala Gracio, Sant Antoni de Portmany, Ibiza · Calm sandy cove with clear green water near Sant Antoni · 4.3 / 5
Son Bou Beach, Menorca
Son Bou, Alaior, Menorca · Menorca longest beach, a wide sandy strand backed by dunes · 4.3 / 5
Playa d en Bossa, Ibiza
Playa d en Bossa, Ibiza · Ibiza longest sandy beach with beach clubs and lively bars · 4.1 / 5About beaches in Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera
Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera are the smaller Balearic Islands, with white sand, shallow turquoise water and protected dunes. Menorca has quiet pine-backed calas, Formentera has long white beaches, and Ibiza combines sunset coves with beach clubs.
When to go
May to October is the beach season. July and August are the busiest and hottest, while June and September are warm with more space.
Getting around
Rent a car or scooter to reach the quieter calas. Parking at the best beaches is limited in summer, so arrive early and respect protected dune areas.
Easiest beaches to reach
Ses Illetes, Cala d'Hort, Cala Saona, Cala Galdana.
Quieter hidden gems
Cala Macarelleta, Cala Pregonda, Cala en Turqueta, Cala d'Hort.
All beaches at a glance
- Cala Macarelleta: best May–October, water about 24 degrees C, access moderate.
- Ses Illetes: best June–September, water about 25 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Pregonda: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access moderate.
- Cala Macarella: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access moderate.
- Cala en Turqueta: best June–September, water about 23 degrees C, access moderate.
- Cala d'Hort: best May–October, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Saona: best May–October, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Mitjana: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access moderate.
- Cala Galdana: best May–October, water about 23 degrees C, access easy.
- Ses Illetes Beach, Formentera: best June–September, water about 25 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Comte: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala en Porter, Menorca: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Platja de Migjorn, Formentera: best June–September, water about 25 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Salada: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Bassa: best May–October, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Tarida: best May–October, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Ses Salines: best May–October, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Benirras: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Ses Salines Beach, Ibiza: best June–September, water about 25 degrees C, access easy.
- Cala Gracio, Ibiza: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Son Bou Beach, Menorca: best June–September, water about 24 degrees C, access easy.
- Playa d en Bossa, Ibiza: best June–September, water about 25 degrees C, access easy.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit the beaches in Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera?
May to October is the beach season. July and August are the busiest and hottest, while June and September are warm with more space.
Which beaches in Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera are easiest to reach?
The easiest access is at Ses Illetes, Cala d'Hort, Cala Saona, Cala Galdana. Check each beach page for parking and facilities.
Do I need a car for the beaches in Ibiza, Menorca and Formentera?
Rent a car or scooter to reach the quieter calas. Parking at the best beaches is limited in summer, so arrive early and respect protected dune areas.
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