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Top 14 must-do activities if you visit Ibiza in winter

Written on : 07 February 2019

Out of season, Ibiza is an island full of surprises. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, the White Isle will offer you a peaceful and intimate setting for holidays with family or friends. In winter, the island which is now deserted by partiers is full of magical landscapes. Here is a selection of the must-do activities if you visit Ibiza in winter.

13- Taste delicious grills at Can Pilot in San Rafael

13- Taste delicious grills at Can Pilot in San Rafael

This not-to-be-missed restaurant provides the best grills of the island. Do not wait anymore and eat dinner at Can Pilot where grills are in the spotlight. In a typical atmosphere, the restaurant serves all kinds of meats with quality wines. Undoubtedly, Can Pilot will delight all the carnivore palates!

12- Attend a Ball Pagés show, the folk dance of Ibiza

12- Attend a Ball Pagés show, the folk dance of Ibiza

A traditional dance from the Pitiusas island, Ball Pagés will seduce you for sure! Folk shows are organised in every corner of the island. During Ball Pagés, dancers wear traditional dress. Enough to soak up the culture of Ibiza! Far from the hectic nightlife, this typical dance will make you discover another side of the White Isle. To accompany the Ball Pagés, there are a lot of traditional instruments such as castanets, flutes and drums. Go to Sant Josep, Sant Miquel or Sant Agustí to attend these unforgettable dances!

11- Climb to the mythical cathedral of Ibiza

11- Climb to the mythical cathedral of Ibiza

Eivissa, Ibiza’s downtown, shelters in its center one of the most impressive and iconic cathedrals of the White Isle. At the very top of Dalt Vila, this gothic cathedral comes from the XIIIth century. Enjoy a stroll along the labyrinthine alleys which rise until this sumptuous cathedral. Inside, find outstanding artworks such as a gothic monstrance in silver-gilt from the XIVth century. To finish off the day, admire a breathtaking view on all the bay from the lookout.

10- Make a stop at the restaurant Cas Pagés

10- Make a stop at the restaurant Cas Pagés

For more than 40 years, the restaurant Cas Pagés provides typical dishes of the island. Well-known by local people, this restaurant is not to be missed, especially if you visit Ibiza in winter. Indulge the succulent meat of this famous house. Be careful, the restaurant tends to become full quickly, particularly for lunches and during weekends. Therefore, we strongly recommend you call before to book a table.

9- Walk around Sant Mateu d’Albarca

9- Walk around Sant Mateu d’Albarca

Sant Mateu d’Albarca’s small village is perfect for a getaway. If you visit Ibiza in winter, make a stop in this village full of traditions, located approximately 20 km from the old town of Ibiza. In the middle of the countryside, this village is full of a thriving nature. Rejuvenate in this little charming village. Well-known for the quality of its local wines, Sant Mateu d’Albarca is perfect for spending relaxing holidays!

8- Indulge in Ses Salines Natural Park

8- Indulge in Ses Salines Natural Park

South East Ibiza is famous for its thriving nature. Ses Salines Natural Park is no exception to the rule. Here, salt blends into the landscape. A true treasure of the Balearics, Ses Salines Natural Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Between sand dunes, beaches and crystal-clear waters, this magical place also has exceptional flora and fauna. Enough to delight all nature lovers!  

7- Taste a good breakfast at Bar Flotante on Talamanca beach

7- Taste a good breakfast at Bar Flotante on Talamanca beach

Talamanca beach, overrun with tourists in summer, gives way to a deserted sand in winter. Enjoy your getaway in Ibiza off-season to admire this wonderful creek, perfect for family trips. Among the various activities around the beach, we recommend you taste a breakfast at Bar Flotante, where you can enjoy delicious coffees, teas or sweets. It is also possible to lunch at noon to enjoy a good meal on this stunning beach.

6- Discover Atlantis, the secret creek of Ibiza

6- Discover Atlantis, the secret creek of Ibiza

Located in the South East of Ibiza, Atlantis is a creek that doesn’t appear on any map. Unknown to most tourists, it is often empty. In winter, admire crystal-clear waters at the base of the rocky cliffs. This legendary place, from which stones have been extracted to build the old town of Ibiza, holds a thousand secrets to discover…Formerly known as Sa Pedrera, it was renamed Atlantis by the hippie commune which had settled in. As the place has become an iconic place for spiritual gatherings, this unknown creek will offer you a true haven of peace.

5- Take a stroll in Ibiza forests

5- Take a stroll in Ibiza forests

In the typical Mediterranean Ibiza forests, there is a lush vegetation, perfect for all the nature lovers. On the rocky ground, discover juniper and pine trees. Perfect for a family walk, Ibizan forests will take you on winding roads by bike or on foot.

4- Stop off at Santa Gertrudis

4- Stop off at Santa Gertrudis

At the heart of the White Isle, discover this village frozen in time. Traditional and authentic, Santa Gertrudis is famous for its beautiful white churches and its houses. This village, still steeped in a hippie and bohemian atmosphere, will seduce you for sure! Street art lovers, Santa Gertrudis is for you! Indeed, several painters, sculptors or musicians have settled in this village for a trip out of time. You’ll find little shops selling handmade products and several art galleries too.

3- Walk around the historical center of Dalt Vila

3- Walk around the historical center of Dalt Vila

A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999, this old town of Ibiza will allow you to discover the authentic side of the island. Lose yourself in the narrow alleys where you can particularly admire an impressive architecture. Let yourself be seduced by Dalt Vila, a traditional town which will offer you rides that you won’t forget. Dalt Vila is also an excellent choice if you want to go shopping!

2- Drink a coffee on Plaza del Parque in the center of Ibiza

2- Drink a coffee on Plaza del Parque in the center of Ibiza

Deserted by partiers, the iconic Plaza del Parque, located in the center of Ibiza, will seduce you thanks to its numerous bars and restaurants. In the morning, when the sun rises, make a stop here to drink a good coffee. Do not miss this impressive and iconic place which attracts tourists during both summer and winter!

1- Schedule hikings for dramatic views

1- Schedule hikings for dramatic views

Several hikes are possible in Ibiza. A perfect activity for all those who want to stay fit even on vacation, hiking will allow you to discover an unknown side of Ibiza. Far from cliché presumptions, the White Isle will seduce you thanks to its enchanting nature and its dramatic landscapes. In particular, we recommend Sa Cova des Culleram’s for hiking, which rises to a sanctuary cove erected for celebrating Tanit, the fertility and maternity goddess. If the statue of the goddess is in Madrid, this tour will offer you a stunning view that you shouldn’t miss!

14- Admire a sunset on the various beaches of the island

14- Admire a sunset on the various beaches of the island

As everyone knows, Ibiza is full of small beaches on which we love to sunbathe during summer days. However, in winter, the empty beaches give way to a new show: sunsets. When the sun goes down, sit by a creek and admire the rainbow of colours. Among the beaches that are most famous for sunsets, we recommend you Cala d’Hort or Las Puertas del Cielo.

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