With pretty convents and churches and eateries serving up delicious cuisine, Ciudadela is crammed full of tradition, charm and much more.
Ciudadela is a gorgeous, medieval port where you can appreciate beautiful Moorish architecture yet bag all the amenities of a modern town. To experience the craftsmanship of the Moorish artists, visit the impressive fourteenth-century Gothic cathedral in the Plaza de Pio XII. Walk along a maze of narrow, cobbled streets and stop off at one of the many churches where you'll sometimes hear classical music drifting in the air. It's by no means a lifeless place though. Fiestas breathe life and laughter into the plazas of the town. And if you can, catch the feast of Saint Joan in the Plaza del Born. Riders dressed in medieval Spanish costumes perform amazing pirouettes on the powerful, black horses they ride into town. Spend your days here poking your head in and out of the friendly shops and boutiques and when you want to rest up, sit in the shade of the arcades of Ses Voltes and enjoy an ensaimada, a spiral-shaped, sugar-coated bun with a cooling drink. Or if you're feeling a bit more peckish, several restaurants vie for your attention, serving up freshly-cooked seafood, paella and tapas. If you fancy a day drenching yourself in sunshine on the sands then head for Cala Macarella or Cala Turqueta, two of the island's most breathtaking and unspoilt beaches in the island. Backed by whispering pine trees, these enchanting coves have bone-white sands that melt into translucent turquoise seas.
If you want to capture the Menorca of yesteryear, holidays in Ciudadela take you back in time. The island's old capital, this gorgeous port town is crammed full of medieval architecture and Moorish-style buildings just waiting to be discovered. Stroll through the enchanting cobbled streets, popping your head into hidden palaces, Gothic churches and unusual shops. Take your time over a leisurely meal at one of the specialty seafood restaurants. And then end your day down at the harbour watching the twinkling light reflections in the water. Ciudadela holidays will have you stepping to the slow-pace of the locals in no time.
To bag the best waterfront views in town, check into the brand-spanking new Hotel Port de Ciutadella. Oozing chic contemporary style, it's just a short meander from the lively bars and eateries so you really do get the best of both worlds here. If you want to hide away in your own secluded haven though, take your suitcases deep into the unspoilt countryside and chillout at Ca'n Siscu. With a large pool set in lush gardens and views stretching out over the landscape, this is one villa you won't want to leave.
Wherever you unpack your bags, summer holidays in Ciudadella will take you off the usual tourist trail. So whether it's late deals to Ciudadella or you want to plan the perfect getaway, come and escape now.