Mahon

Mahon tourist guide – hotels – car hire

Mahon is the capital of Menorca and located around one of Europe’s most beautiful natural harbours. It is a city rich in history, has plenty of sunshine and is relatively free of the crowds of package tourists the head for other Balearic Islands. A walk around the city will reveal its British influence, and many examples of beautiful Georgian architecture remains.

Attractions in Mahon

There are many historical buildings, the oldest being the Arch de San Roque - remains of the old city wall.

On the old town square the 17th century Town Hall and 18th century Church of Santa Maria can be found. The Plaza de la Conquesta is situated behind the square featuring a monument commemorating the island’s liberator, King Alfonso III.

An elevated ruin of a former Roman stronghold is the Castell de Santa Agueda, located just a few kilometres away.

The main attractions are the beaches which attract most visitors. They are found mainly on the South coast with its flat landscape, while the areas in the North are largely undeveloped and natural with wild rocky vistas covered with pine trees.

Gin is what made Mahon famous. The Xoriguer Gin Distillery can be visited and many different brews of gin can be tasted. Near the distillery you can also get tickets for a catamaran tour of the harbour.

Mahon is due to it’s size easily explored by hire car in a day. Making a trip by hire car to Ciutadella can be very rewarding. Ciutadella is the spiritual home and former capital with its unique Moorish character and an picturesque port surrounded by narrow, arcaded streets. Click here for holiday car hire.

Hotels in Mahon

Menorca has become a major tourist destinations and there are numerous of hotels to be found in the capital. Mahon hotels vary from budget to 5 star hotel accommodation. It is best to reserve a hotel in Mahon during high season.

Booking your Mahon hotel on-line in advance will offer discounted hotel rates. Many of the hotels operate on-line reservation systems. On-line hotel booking nowadays is safe and secure and offers piece of mind.

Airport and car hire in Mahon

Three kilometers outside of Mahon lies Menorca International Airport. It receives numerous of charter flights, mainly from Germany, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and the UK. The airport is modern and there are shopping and eating facilities being provided.

Buses serve some areas of the island, with departures from Calle José Anselmo Clave in the centre of town. The most popular route is to Ciudadela, but there are connections to other locations on Menorca as well. Taxis are available as well.

Several major companies represented, such as Avis, National and Budget are represented at the airport. There’s a nice selection of hire cars to choose from. A Hire car for Mahon can be booked online for the best car rental rates. A car is the best means of getting around Menorca and Mahon.

Menorca International Airport provides car parking facilities. Both short and long-term airport car parking is offered. To get the most economic rates on airport parking for Mahon it is recommendable to reserve your parking space at the airport in advance on-line.