Best Things To Do In Binibeca, Menorca

Binibeca is a fishing village that visionary entrepreneurs built a few decades ago to give more tourist impulse to the island of Menorca and they succeeded. Its peculiar construction attracts the attention of tourists from all over the world, who include this locality among the most attractive villages of the island.

The initial intention of these businessmen was to attract intellectuals and artists looking for a place of inspiration. Today, it has become a center of attraction for professional photographers. Now you know, if you go to Menorca, Binibeca is a must-see.

Of course, to start your visit in Binibeca, the most basic thing you have to do is to lose yourself for a while in its narrow streets. Despite the uniformity in the white color of its walls and each of its houses, Binibeca is still a colorful and cozy village. If you book an excursion in Mahón that includes the village of Binibenca, you will be impressed and inspired by the way the wooden structures contrast with the clean walls.

Windows, doors and balconies are all made of wood to give the village a more authentic feel. Although it is not an authentic fishing village, it is a tourist attraction worth touring, to visit and, above all, to fall in love with. Of course, in many places you will find signs of silence and it is important that you take into consideration that, in addition to a tourist place, it is a place where people live.

Another feature that will draw your attention to this tour is the delicacy with which its streets were made. The cobblestone passages that run through the entire town give it a much more classic air that reminds us of the Greek islands with the same details. All these features will make you love every space you walk through Binibeca, without forgetting the beautiful views of the sea that can be seen from the stairs and corridors.

Of course, being such a popular village, if you book a tour of Binibenca, you will not only see intertwined streets and alleys. This peculiar urbanism also has many interesting places to visit and learn about:

• The Plaza Mayor: it is part of the initial complex of the village and is located in the center of the residential complex, being one of the widest areas among so many narrow streets and alleys. A quiet place where you can sit for a while before continuing your journey on foot throughout the village.
• Binibeca Church: one of the first buildings that were erected in the set, so its structure is quite traditional, trying to maintain the air of the original fishing village. This church rises above all the other houses of the place, being one of the tallest buildings and can be seen more easily if viewed from afar.
• Promenade: located on the shores of this magical and idyllic town, it will make you feel like you are in a real postcard. Its cobblestone streets and lively atmosphere stand out, especially at night.
• Casa Candi: it was the first housing construction that was built in the entire sector, so its walls tell more than history.

Cala Torret is a cozy cove located very close to Binibeca. You can reach it using public transport, but if you go by car, it is also a comfortable way to visit it.

One of the attractions of this cove is that in its dock there are multiple privately owned boats, but also others available for rent. A good activity to do here is to book a kayak excursion with snorkeling.

Snorkeling is one of the activities that I recommend the most because you can see various marine animal species, in addition to enjoying its clear turquoise waters. It is a cove with rocky surroundings, but it is still comfortable to visit and divine for swimming.

Once you have toured the village of Binibeca, another excellent option to continue your tour is to take a walk along the beach. It is a small beach located in the middle of fine white sand and a dense pine forest. The latter adds even more tranquility and splendor to the natural design.

Also known as Cala Binibeca, you will love this place if you visit this town thanks to how lonely it can be at some times of the year. It has a small capacity of tourists and that is why it becomes a special place if you want to have a quiet, relaxed and comfortable visit.

Its shallow waters make it an ideal destination to go with children, so they can have fun and swim without running high risk. Let's say it is a beach shared between Binibeca Vell and Binibeca Nou. It is a perfect beach to go snorkeling and one of the places I would definitely recommend if you want to book a snorkeling tour in Menorca.

Cala Biniancolla is a quiet place with a hotel at its feet. Despite this, it seems to be a refuge reserved for fishermen and onlookers who come to appreciate the solitude of the landscape and, above all, to contemplate the turquoise blue that can be seen in the surroundings of this cove. It is definitely a good place to approach to see the fishermen.

Around the Cala de Biniancolla there are multiple houses that are part of Binibeca Vell. It is surrounded by rocks that complete its landscape of virgin cove and is a good destination for those who are looking to be away from the large number of people that are usually on a more popular beach in Menorca.

If you are looking for a good place to watch the sunset in Menorca, it is definitely ideal. It is an inspirational, magical and dreamy place. It is easily accessible and you can take public transport to get there. In case you want to have a snack, near the cove you can find a restaurant whose menu of snacks and dishes you will love.

Binisafuller is an urban cove located at the foot of a busy sector. It is a solitary cove usually visited by the inhabitants of the nearby areas and is interesting for its easy parking and nearby food stores.

If you visit Binibeca it is worth a short walk and enjoy the sun, the scenery and the good food that you can get on its shores. To get to the beach of Binisafuller you can take the Camí de Cavalls that passes just behind this cove and leaves you a good route of landscapes and beautiful places to enjoy. This path is especially pleasant to walk if you want to go walking, given its proximity to the area of Binibeca.

Binisafuller is a beach you can visit even if you have no plans to visit Binibeca Vell. Given its proximity to the Camí de Cavalls it can be a good option if you want to hike along this route. Walking along the Camí de Cavalls and stopping at each of the coves and beaches that you will find around is a very entertaining and, above all, healthy activity.

Binibeca Nou is the opposite of Binibeca Vell. You will be able to find all the modernism and actuality that you do not see in Binibeca Vell. In addition, it has a paradisiacal beach that is located right next to Cala Torret. Its beach is surrounded by rocks of medium and low heights, which makes it a safe enough coast to swim in it with the little ones.

It has an idyllic landscape with a must-see view that says a lot about how charming a visit to this place can be. On the shore of the beach it is possible to find multiple beach bars that make your stay on the beach a much more pleasant experience. To get to Binibeca Nou you can use public transport or a private vehicle. In case you choose to reach this beach using your vehicle, you will not have parking problems, since there is a good place where you can park more than 100 vehicles.

The turquoise blue water and the fine sand make it a good destination to spend a pleasant time at the beach if you travel to Binibeca. In its surroundings there are multiple food options so you can taste the most exquisite and special flavors of the Mediterranean gastronomy.

If you are visiting Binibeca with the kids, you can take a whole day to visit a water park like Splash Sur, which has a lot of water attractions. To go to this water park I recommend you to reserve time, since inside the enclosure you can find different options to eat or eat tapas.

An ideal plan to go with children to Menorca, since it has pools with a water level according to the smallest and, above all, it is a safe space for the whole family.

It is a club that has the possibility of receiving associates, but in case you are not associated you can also enjoy a pleasant and comfortable stay inside. If you are looking for a little more adventure and adrenaline, then this park will also fulfill all your entertainment expectations.

One activity that you definitely can't miss is to stay in one of the terraces of the town having a drink or enjoying Mediterranean tapas. Throughout the town there are several places indicated for this: bars and restaurants whose menus offer typical food of the area and, of course, are located in privileged places of the town. The views from these terraces are among the most recommended of the island, especially to see the sunset. This landscape becomes a kind of oil painting and serves as inspiration for artistic minds.

• Bambú is one of the gastronomic offers that the island has to offer. This restaurant is special because it offers its customers a Japanese menu, with typical Asian dishes and a wide range of exotic combinations that will make you hallucinate just trying them. Before arriving and pretending to eat at Bambú, you have to take into account that it is a very busy restaurant, so you must make a reservation.
• If you are looking for a delicious main course to eat in the middle of the day, you have several options in town, among them El Pescadito or Sa Musclera.
• Nor can you miss the exquisite food and good taste of Sa Cuina de Binibeca & Bar Mar Blau.
• For a snack, you can go to Pastelería Gilda or Cafetería Binibeca Vell.
• In case you are looking for a good place to enjoy exquisite cocktails, I recommend you to visit the B.B Cocktail Bar

Traveller Tip

If you go in summer to Binibeca, make sure you book: hotel, restaurant, attractions, don't let the season catch you by surprise!

To finish with a quiet visit to the village of Binibeca, I recommend you to go to the wharf area where you can see how the small and medium size boats are kept moored at the pier. It is a real spectacle to be there at sunset or at night because it is a space that gives you peace and tranquility.

Sitting on the edge of the pier and watching the boats being rocked by the faint wind blowing, is one of the most relaxing activities you can have in Binibeca, even in all of Menorca. It is a sight definitely worth admiring. Again, if all of the above has inspired you to photograph or paint, I assure you that this spectacle will also do its part.

One of the most striking things about this place is that it is very small, so it gives the impression that it has been taken out of a fairy tale. The streets of the village end up at the pier, so it is an ideal way to finish falling in love with the area just before heading back.