Cruise Holidays To Menorca

Overview

Sleepy Menorca is softer and greener than the other Balearic islands, with rolling hills, cows grazing in meadows and a rocky coastline gently indented with pretty coves and sandy bays.

The main port of call is Mahon, on the eastern tip, reached by a spectacular cruise through the huge, natural harbour where the 18th century British Mediterranean fleet sheltered when Menorca was ruled from London. Be sure to be on deck for the approach - some cruise lines offer commentary and you can see Admiral Nelson's house on the hill.

Ships dock alongside in Mahon and the old town, with pleasant Georgian architecture and some rather grand squares, is reached by steep steps. If you're feeling lazy, stay around the harbour, where there are some good restaurants and the local gin distillery to visit.

Island tours visit some of the mysterious 2,000-year old monoliths, called taulas and dotted around the countryside, as well as Ciudadela, the pretty former capital in the west, with candy-coloured houses, cobbled streets and great fish restaurants.