As the capital of the White Isle, Ibiza Town (Eivissa in Catalan) is the heart of the island and home to beautiful historic sites as well as offering visitors all that a Mediterranean city should. From the gorgeous harbour which is overlooked by the fortified walls of Dalt Vila to the cobbled paths of the old town, Ibiza Town truly captivates the magic and beauty of the island. As a compact and pedestrian friendly town parking spacescan be hard to find (even though there is a new and big outdoor parking space just off the port) so consider walking, taking a taxi or a bus.
A great place to take a trip to during the day the island's capital has a wide variety of shops, boutiques, restaurants and bars. The 16th century walls of Dalt Vila are undeniably one of the biggest attractions in Ibiza Town and with an array of restaurants from Italian to Tapas it makes the perfect evening escape whilst being very romantic. Through the cobbled streets you are led to the Baluarte de Santa Luca where breathtaking views can be seen of Ibiza Town and its neighbouring resorts such as Talamanca. Although the majestic views at the peak of the town are next to none, the port at the foot of the hill offers trips to the blissful Formentera as well as being home to some very plush yacht's.
To escape the city buzz take a moment to grab a coffee from the tree-lined Plaza del Parque area which attracts anything from magicians to random performers as evening approaches. Whilst being perfect for a daytime excursion, Ibiza Town also comes alive at night with entertainers, music and markets which attract a strong crowd each night.
With Pachabeingjust a short stroll away the streets are often the catwalks for the sexy and scantily glad dancers who along with the PR staff set out to entice you into one of the islands best clubs. Expect naked flesh, extravagant costumes, stilt walkers and leather. So if seeing hot models getting progressively tipsy in their platform stiletto's appeals to you then head towards the gay-orientated Calle de la Virgen where they will be enjoying a mixture of Chupitos free shots!
The hippie chic boutiques, fetish shops (openuntil 10pm or even midnight during peak season) midnight),fast food joints,Italian restaurants and gaybars which line the the inappropriately-namedstreet of the virginmake for a fascinating midnight stroll. Although music is not meant to be audible on the street after 12am you can still party inside the small but perfectly-formedLola'sonCalle Alfonso XII perfectly warming up your night before heading to one of the super-clubs; Amnesia, Pacha, Privilege or Space usually open from midnight.
A little out of the hustle and bustle of Ibiza Town sitsMarina Botafoch and Ibiza Nueva, true beauty spots for the rich and famous and nosey. Here you will find the more glamorous venues such asEl Madrigal and Sushipoint which all offer tantalising food and drink accompanied by stunning views of Ibiza Town. You can also party the night away at nightclub, Bubbles, so with so many places to visit this area becomes a real attraction over the weekend as it is the perfect place to mingle, dance and enjoy a cocktail or two, so what's stopping you?
The luxurious event restaurant Lio the old El Divino,, also sits nearby and hosts a range of high calibre events such as Carl Cox's 50th birthday... glamorous and luxurious are the words that spring to mind. Not forgetting the Cipriani which is located within the 5 star Ibiza Gran Hotel near Pacha; both are top end places with high end cuisine - expect to see familiar faces from world class models to headlining DJ's.
Calle de la Virgen is a must as it will open your eyes to the diversity and spark of Ibiza, also try Plaa de Sa Drassaneta which is just around the corner and the strip that lines the port which is home to some notable institutions such as Jason's Bull's Base Bar and the neighbouring Rock, or see if you can find Dusi's Locura (just behind Comidas San Juan)
The aforementionedMarina Botafoch should also be on your to do list during your visit; laying on the cusp of Ibiza Town it embraces a more tranquil side to Eivissa. Providing you with views, great food and drink and of course music it makes a perfect escape to grab a cocktail of an evening.
Drinks can be quite a bit more expensive than the resorts ofPlaya d'en Bossaor San Antonio if you manage to grab a beer for 5 you've had a steal! However we recommend checking out the bars, where the locals go, especially the ones around the aforementioned Plaza del Parque. Ibiza Town is renowned for being a magnet for international tourists and prides itself on being gay-friendly; so if you want to experience a lot of culture splashed with vibrance, fun, music and laughs then a visit to Ibiza Town is a must.
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