Ibiza and Formentera · Eivissa & Dalt Vila

Eivissa

Also known as Ibiza ciudad

The capital of the Pitiusas looks over its harbour from a hill, with more than 2,600 years of history behind it.

ATLAS DE IBIZA Eivissa 38°55′N · 1°26′E Nº 01 / 6

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Things to do in Eivissa

The Phoenicians founded it around 654 BC on the Puig de Vila under the name Ibosim. At 11.1 km² it is the smallest municipality on the island and the most populous, and since 1999 UNESCO has listed the walled enclosure of Dalt Vila and the Puig des Molins necropolis as World Heritage.

Ibiza Food Tours

Original Ibiza Food Tour

Roughly three-hour food walk through Eivissa with stops at restaurants, tapas bars, tea shops and ice-cream parlours.

Closed on Sundays according to Google

  • from €125
  • 3 h
  • Eivissa & Dalt Vila
5 · 47 Google
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When to visit Eivissa, and tips

  1. 01

    When to go

    On 8 August, Sant Ciríac, the city’s patron saint: Mass, procession and fireworks (in 2026 it was a local holiday, as was 5 August).

  2. 02

    A local tip

    Enter Dalt Vila through the Portal de ses Taules, the main gate beside the Mercat Vell. The walled enclosure covers about 70,000 m², so wear comfortable shoes.

Quick facts

Founded
Around 654 BC, by the Phoenicians (Ibosim)
World Heritage
Since 1999 (Dalt Vila and Puig des Molins)
Area
11.1 km², the island’s smallest municipality

Festivals in Eivissa

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Where to stay in Eivissa

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Near Eivissa

Within 12 km as the crow flies, nearest first.

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Guided buggy tour

Guided 2.5-hour buggy ride on tracks and coast from Platja d'en Bossa.

Closed on Sundays according to Google

  • from €195
  • 2.5 h
  • Sant Josep de sa Talaia
5 · 1,938 Google

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Area: Eivissa & Dalt Vila

Ways to explore Eivissa

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Nearby towns

In the same municipality: Dalt Vila

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Questions about Eivissa

What is there to see and do in Eivissa?

The Phoenicians founded it around 654 BC on the Puig de Vila under the name Ibosim. At 11.1 km² it is the smallest municipality on the island and the most populous, and since 1999 UNESCO has listed the walled enclosure of Dalt Vila and the Puig des Molins necropolis as World Heritage. Atlas de Ibiza lists 22 experiences in town and 9 nearby: Original Ibiza Food Tour, Premium Ibiza Food Tour (private), Island coach tour with hippy market, Adults-only catamaran to Formentera with open bar, Catamaran party cruise along the Ibiza coast with open bar and DJ, Group boat to s'Espalmador and Ses Illetes with snorkelling and paddle boards (4 hours).

When is the best time to visit Eivissa?

On 8 August, Sant Ciríac, the city’s patron saint: Mass, procession and fireworks (in 2026 it was a local holiday, as was 5 August).

Any practical tips for visiting Eivissa?

Enter Dalt Vila through the Portal de ses Taules, the main gate beside the Mercat Vell. The walled enclosure covers about 70,000 m², so wear comfortable shoes.

Sources

Our own text, based on these sources consulted on 2026-10-25. Dates, opening times and bus lines change: check them before you go.