The town of San Antonio, also known as San Antonio Abad or Sant Antony de Portmany. This Ibiza town is one of the best known and was an important port on the island since the first civilizations. Today it has become a very touristy place on the island of Ibiza.
This town is a tourist spot that stands out for having beautiful natural spaces, many beaches and also a great cultural offer. This is what has made this place one of the most touristic spots on the island of Ibiza.
San Antonio in Ibiza
This population has been inhabited for centuries, since finds of paintings have been made in caves of Sas Fontanelle. Being in the Mediterranean it was also visited by Punics and Romans. This population was also populated by the Arabs later, who introduced agriculture. Already in the XNUMXth century, the King Jaime I of Aragon, which divided the island into four parts, of which one was Portmany. Already in the eighteenth century is when the town of San Antonio was built. This place was an important port and is still one of the most populated points on the island.
Church of San Antonio
One of the things to see in the town of San Antonio is its old church. This church was founded in the XNUMXth century but was finished building in the seventeenth century. The church was sometimes used as a defense tower due to the town's location in front of the coast, and also as a fortress, as it was one of its strongest and most important buildings. Until the XNUMXth century the population was controlled by the bishopric of Tarragona, being used later by the first bishop of Ibiza.
Promenade and the port
The port area is still very important in this town of San Antonio. East boardwalk is very well kept and it is a beautiful place to walk through, with palm trees and fountains, which remain illuminated at night. In addition, in this area it is possible to find bars and restaurants to taste the island's cuisine while enjoying the lively atmosphere.
Beaches and coves
If there is something that stands out in all of Ibiza, it is the beaches and coves that we can find in each area. San Antonio is one of the places where these sandy areas stand out. The beach main called S'Arenal it is located near the boardwalk. It is one of its most populated beaches, due to its location, because it has all kinds of services and also because it offers calm and shallow waters. This beach has a young audience and a very lively atmosphere.
In the Caló des Moro beach it is possible to find a wooden platform for sunbathing. A quarter of an hour on foot you can find Cala Gració and Cala Gracioneta. It is possible to go a little further from this area to see other coves, such as Cala Bassa, Cala Conta or Cala Salada.
Nearby charming towns
When you go a bit from the center of San Antonio you can see some beautiful towns that have their charm and have less influx, so they are more peaceful. The town of Santa Inés It has a field of almond trees. Near the town is the area known as Puertas del Cielo, where there are some beautiful cliffs to enjoy spectacular views. This is also a good place to watch the sunsets.
En San Rafael it is possible to enjoy good views of Dalt Vila. It has a beautiful church and it is also possible to see samples of handcrafted pieces, being a place where it is possible to see the true Ibizan culture. Another of the nearby towns is San Mateo, a much quieter area where you can enjoy hiking trails and spaces that are not so crowded by island tourism.
Activities in San Antonio
This area of Ibiza is a really active place, with many things to do, since it is a very touristy area. This area is where some of the most important nightclubs are located, such as Privilege or Amnesia. In the town you can also enjoy some festivals that liven up the atmosphere throughout the year, such as the Flower Power Festival in January or the Medieval Marinera Fair.
In San Antonio de Ibiza you can also do other activities. The water sports can be great entertainment, especially considering that it has an important port. From here you can take boat or ferry trips to other nearby areas or islands. The idea of renting a boat to have parties on them is also very popular.