A world-class holiday to Mahon
The world’s second largest natural deep-water harbour can be found in Menorca’s capital city, Mahon. The harbour is just one of many striking features about this city. With the island’s airport only 15 minutes away, Mahon is an ideal base from which to explore Menorca.
Mahon is a charming city with a fascinating history. The busy port is filled with boats and cruise ships, the narrow city streets are packed with restaurants, bars and shops and the surrounding coastline is dotted with the beaches that make Menorca such a fantastic holiday destination.
Mahon holiday, a taste of the city life
The best way to see the city is on foot. Take a stroll down Carrer Isabel II and admire the Georgian architecture and elaborate ironwork of the balconies on the 18th century townhouses that line the street. Lose yourself down side streets and discover interesting boutiques, delicatessens, jewellery and clothes shops.
Spend an afternoon visiting the Museu de Menorca, which details the island’s history and uncovers its Moorish and Roman roots. The impressive 19th century fort, the Fortalleza de la Mola guards the entrance to Mahon’s harbour and is worth a visit.
A holiday to Mahon is not a typical Menorca holiday because the one thing Mahon doesn’t have is a beach of its own. There are however numerous beaches nearby, such as deserted Illa Den Colom, which can only be reached by boat. If that doesn’t take your fancy, the beach at Punta Prima resort is definitely worth a visit.
S’Albufera Parc Natural to the north of Mahon is an idyllic mix of woodland, sand dunes and a lake. There’s a beautiful beach at Es Grau, a traditional Menorcan fishing village, and it’s a wonderful place to relax or go snorkelling in the clear shallow water of the Mediterranean.
The benefits to a holiday based in a cosmopolitan city like Mahon is the choice of nightlife. As with the whole of Menorca the nightlife is laid back but there are still plenty of bars, clubs and restaurants to be found. Moll de Levant, the stretch of road that runs the length of the harbour comes alive at night. So whether you want a romantic meal for two overlooking the harbour or a seafood feast for the whole family, you’ll find it in Mahon.
Destination Mahon with lastminute.com
Mahon is a must see city. With lastminute.com a holiday to Mahon is a city and beach break rolled into one. One day you’ll be relaxing on a picturesque sandy beach, the next you’ll be wandering around a museum looking at Roman artefacts. Menorca is an island of contrasts and a holiday to Mahon is one you’ll never forget. Book your Spain holiday today.