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Holidays in Ibiza

A UNESCO-listed old town, quiet pine-fringed coves and famous sunsets, well beyond the big clubs. Here's what Ibiza is like, when to go and how long to stay.

NIGHTS AWAY4 to 7
BUDGET£££
BEST MONTHSMay–Jun, Sep
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The walls and houses of Dalt Vila, Ibiza's old town, rising above the sea under a blue sky

Ibiza at a glance

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Best time to visit Ibiza

  1. JAN15°C average daytime highMild, many places shut, quieter
  2. FEB16°C average daytime highAlmond blossom, quieter
  3. MAR18°C average daytime highMild, quieter
  4. APR20°C average daytime highOpening up, a good time to go
  5. MAY23°C average daytime highWarm, quieter, best time to go
  6. JUN27°C average daytime highHot, sunny, best time to go
  7. JUL30°C average daytime highHot, busy, a good time to go
  8. AUG30°C average daytime highHot, busy, a good time to go
  9. SEP28°C average daytime highWarm sea, best time to go
  10. OCT24°C average daytime highWarm days, a good time to go
  11. NOV19°C average daytime highQuiet, quieter
  12. DEC17°C average daytime highQuiet, quieter

Temperatures are the average daytime high in °C.

May, June and September are the best months for beaches and coves without the peak crowds. July and August are hot, busy and pricey. The big clubs open from late spring to early October. Winter is mild and peaceful, good for walking and the old town, but many hotels and beach places close.

Things to do in Ibiza

FREE

Dalt Vila

Walk up through the Renaissance walls of Ibiza Town's old quarter to the cathedral and views over the harbour.

FREE

Cala d'Hort and Es Vedrà

A beach facing the mysterious rock island of Es Vedrà. Come for sunset.

DAY TRIP

Formentera

A short ferry to an island of white sand and very clear, shallow water.

FREE

Las Dalias hippy market

A craft and fashion market in Sant Carles, held on Saturdays, with night markets in summer.

FREE

Santa Gertrudis

A pretty inland village with a white church, cafés and art shops.

FREE

Cala Comte

Turquoise water and rocks on the west coast. A favourite spot for sunset drinks.

Ibiza: common questions

Is Ibiza only for clubbing?

No. San Antonio and Playa d'en Bossa are the party areas, but the north and east are quiet, with coves, villages and rural hotels.

Is Ibiza expensive?

It's one of Spain's priciest islands in summer. Coming in May, June or September and staying outside the party areas helps.

Do you need a car in Ibiza?

Buses run between the main towns, but a car is the best way to reach the coves and villages.

How many days do you need in Ibiza?

Four or five days covers the old town, a few beaches and a day on Formentera. A week is more relaxed.

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