Best Sunset Spots in Menorca

When the sunlight begins to change color over the calm sea and the last birdsong can be heard, the most special moment of the day has arrived: sunset.

Watching the sunset in Menorca is a spectacular and unique experience, and I can remember few places where I have had this same feeling. A whole palette of orange colors reflecting on the sea in a moment as simple as it is beautiful. To enjoy it like a local, here are the 5 best places to watch the sunset in Menorca.

Taking a boat trip around Menorca is something that should be included in every trip to this wonderful Balearic island. There are many possibilities and options for enjoying this experience, but of all of them, I recommend a trip around Menorca on a catamaran.

Both because of the small number of people that can fit on the catamaran, compared to the crowded boat trips you can find on the island, and because of how special and unique it is to sail on a catamaran following the direction of the wind, which adds a certain element of surprise to the trip, this excursion will become one of your favorite moments of your visit to Menorca.

This excursion can be done first thing in the morning or at sunset, and of course I recommend the option to see the magical sunset from the sea, but as it is a flexible option, you decide how to combine it with the rest of your plans in Menorca.

If you want to explore other possibilities for a sunset boat trip in Menorca, you can read the following article where I tell you everything you need to know: 4 Best Cruises and Boat Rides in Menorca.

How to get there

This catamaran experience, like several others, departs from Fornells, in the north of Menorca. The only way to get there from Ciutadella or Mahón is by car.

There is no better place in Menorca to enjoy the sunset. Pont d'en Gil is a natural rock bridge that juts out into the sea, leaving an opening from which, with the right position, you can see the sun set over the water.

You can cross the bridge to take some beautiful photos and admire the immensity of the sea, then open a bottle of wine or some beers to toast the last light of day.

If you feel like extending your trip to Pont d'en Gil a little, you can go a couple of hours earlier and follow the Camí de Cavalls to the Punta Nati lighthouse, a beautiful early 20th-century building, and along the way, walk through a deserted landscape that will sometimes give you the feeling of having been transported to a remote corner of the world.

Alternatively, you can also enjoy a spectacular sunset from the Punta Nati lighthouse.

Another option that I definitely recommend is to take a boat trip to Pont d'en Gil, which will also give you the chance to tour Ciutadella, enjoy the impressive views of the cathedral and admire the Cap d'Artrux lighthouse in the distance.

How to get there

On foot or by bicycle from Cala en Blanes (Ciutadella). You can also get there by car or motorbike, and going by boat to Pont d'en Gil is a wonderful experience.

The charm of the Balearic Islands, and even more so of Menorca, lies in its beaches and beautiful coves with crystal clear waters and pristine sand. There are many from which to witness an unforgettable sunset, but none like Son Bou beach.

Along this long beach, you can find a spot where you can turn something as simple as sitting on your towel with a small picnic, or even lighting some candles and opening a bottle of champagne, into one of the best moments of your vacation.

With unobstructed views of the sunset and the grandeur of the open sky before your eyes over the endless sea, and the fiery red color that tinges the scene just before nightfall, watching the sunset on Son Bou beach is something you should do not only at least once on a trip to Menorca, but at least once in your life.

By the way, if you have already seen the sunset from the south of the island, you have the option of taking a Jeep excursion to the beaches of northern Menorca with Safari, a very complete experience in which you will visit a private ranch and enjoy the sunset from Cabo de Cavallería.

How to get there

Son Bou beach is in the south of the island, roughly between Mahón and Ciutadella. You'll need a car to get there from either city, with a half-hour drive in both cases.

Alex's Travel Tip

Try to arrive two hours before sunset to get a good spot before the crowds arrive.

Although the sunset views are not as spectacular as those from other spots in Menorca, the vibe at the Hola Ola beach bar makes it one of the top places to enjoy the last hours of the day with relaxing music, tropical drinks, and benches and grass to sit on with your partner or friends.

The hippie look of the place, which is next to the beach, combined with the varied cocktail menu and some dishes to share and snack on, make Hola Ola one of the favorite places for both locals and travelers to enjoy the afternoon.

Before you decide to go, I think it's important to point out that this bar is not particularly child-friendly, as there is nothing to keep them entertained and the atmosphere may not be the most suitable for them.

How to get there

Hola Ola is located in Cala Blanca, a 7-minute drive south of Ciutadella. You can also get there relatively easily by bike, with a short 15-minute ride along the road or path.

Cala Morell has, in a way, a little bit of the essence of Santorini: streets of white houses running along the mountainside, leading to a cove enclosed by two twin cliffs that frame one of the most beautiful sunsets in all of Menorca.

What makes sunset in Cala Morell special is that the silhouettes of the cliffs are outlined against the horizon when the sun begins to set, so you can enjoy a view that is different from the typical postcard image of the last light of day.

Another advantage is that it is a much less well-known spot for watching the sunset than other more typical locations, such as the Punta Nati lighthouse, Cala Blanca, or Castell de Sant Nicolau, which, although they are still wonderful places to watch the sunset, can be less intimate and special due to the large number of people who flock there.

How to get there

Cala Morell is a 15-minute drive from Ciutadella (you can also walk there if you want the full hippie experience, but it's a two-hour walk along a road with traffic, so not really recommended).