The beaches in Menorca are some of the most beautiful in the whole of Spain.
Think dramatic scenery, almost too-perfect turquoise water, and sparkling white sand. But the thing I like the most about the best beaches in Menorca is that they’re all so different.
The beaches in the north of the island tend to be wilder and you often need to walk quite far to reach them. Those in the south, however, are more what you’d imagine from the beaches in Ibiza and other Balearic Islands. They are also more family-friendly.
Some of these Menorca beaches are well-known family beaches and others are a little off-the-beaten-path. But one thing they all have in common? A unique beauty that you’re going to love.
17 Best Beaches in Menorca
1. Platja de Cavalleria
This was the first beach I went to in Menorca, so it’s only right that it’s first on this list.
Platja de Cavalleria is a wonderfully wild beach in the northern part of the island. It has dramatic red sand and a particularly rugged backdrop.
The water is crystal clear and it’s relatively family-friendly for such a wild beach. The car park is close by which means it’s only a short walk until you can put your towel down.
Its unique beauty and easier access does mean it gets crowded in the summer months, though. So be sure to arrive early so you can get a parking spot and before it gets too busy (or too hot).
2. Cala Rotja
Cala Rotja is in the same bay as Platja de Cavalleria, but it’s smaller and not as busy as its neighbor.
You have to walk across the rocks to get there, which means access isn’t as easy and families tend to stay on Cavalleria. The rocky terrain makes it a great place to go snorkeling – you can see all kinds of fish and marine life.
There are tons of ways to get out and enjoy the beaches in Menorca whether its hiking to them, kayaking around them, or taking a boat tour trip to visit them.
3. Cala del Pilar
Cala del Pilar is one of those wild and not-so-easy-to-get-to northern beaches.
This amazing beach is about a 35-minute walk from the parking lot but it’s truly worth it. The walk is stunning in its own right and takes you along a winding path through dense pine trees and Mediterranean shrubs.
Once you get to the beach, you’re greeted with pale green water and dramatic red rocks. It’s a great place to relax for the morning or afternoon. Just be sure not to forget anything in the car.
4. Platja d’en Tortuga
A day lounging on the virgin beach of Platja d’en Tortuga is one of the best things to do in Menorca. This beach is definitely one of the best beaches in Menorca thanks to its perfect water, pine-covered surroundings, and pale golden sand.
It’s not, however, easy to get to. You need to park at the lighthouse parking lot and walk for around 25 minutes to the beach. The landscape is incredible and the walk is one of the best parts of the trip.
It feels like you’re walking on another planet. You are surrounded by dusty red rocks and a barren landscape with glimpses of the ocean. The trek to the beach makes this one of the lesser visited beaches in Menorca.
The sunsets around Menorca are great, especially when viewed from one of the island’s many west-facing beaches.
5. Cala Presili
Cala Presili is one of the best Menorca beaches. It’s part of the Albufera des Grau National Park and quite close to Platja d’en Tortuga.
It’s a thin ribbon of sand surrounded by beautiful green vegetation. The water is often very calm thanks to its position, making it a perfect beach to come for swimming or floating in the Mediterranean.
6. Cala Pregonda
This is another wild and rocky northern beach in Menorca.
It’s a 30-minute walk from the parking lot over pretty steep terrain, so it’s better to wear sneakers or sturdy-soled sandals.
Once you get there, you’ll see beautiful copper-colored sand and crystal-clear water. When the swell is good, it turns into a surfer’s paradise with great waves and excellent conditions.
7. Cala en Turqueta
Cala en Turqueta is constantly tanked at the top of lists of the best beaches in Menorca and it’s easy to see why.
This little bay has powdery white sand and some of the clearest water I’ve ever seen. It’s secluded thanks to the impressive rocks and pine trees that surround it.
It is only a 15-minute walk from the parking lot. Thanks to it’s location in the south and because it’s so incredible, it gets very busy in summer. You’ll need to arrive early to park and get a spot on the sand.
There are SO many amazing beaches in Menorca, it would be impossible to visit them all on a single trip (just another reason to return!).
8. Cala Macarella
Cala Macarella is one of the best beaches in Menorca for families.
It’s a 15-minute walk from the car but it’s relatively easy and along a shady, pine tree-covered path. The beach is idyllic, with aquamarine-colored water and dazzling white sand.
The water doesn’t get too deep, which makes it great for little ones to play in too. There’s a lifeguard in summer and a restaurant serving up an interesting mix of things like burgers and steaks alongside pizza, octopus, grilled shrimp, sandwiches, and salads.
I recommend having a drink there and packing your own food to enjoy on the beach.
9. Cala Macarelleta
Cala Macarelleta is the smaller sister beach of Cala Macarella.
It used to be much more secluded and, actually, the first time I went to Menorca it was only me and a handful of others who made it to this stunning beach.
Nowadays, like many places in Spain, it can get much busier and you need to go as early as possible to secure a spot.
Many people park at Cala Macarella and walk across the cliffs to Macarelleta. Another good option is to park at Cala Galdana, a much bigger parking lot, and walk along the Camí de Cavalls to the beach. It’s about 40 minutes but the views are incredible.
10. Cala en Brut
Cala en Brut doesn’t actually have any sand but it’s still one of the best beaches in Menorca.
This amazing, narrow inlet is one of the best places to go swimming on the island. The water is perfectly transparent and it’s a great spot for snorkeling and cliff jumping.
There are a few man made stone platforms to sit on but they get very crowded in the summer months as Cala en Brut isn’t far from Ciutadella.
There are lots of bays and coves around Menorca that don’t have sand, but rather just rocks where you can sit, jump into the sea, and take in the insane color of the water here.
11. Platja de Son Saura
Platja de Son Saura is a perfect beach on the southern coast of Menorca.
It’s smaller than some of its neighboring beaches but has a beautiful patch of golden sand to sunbathe on and the water is completely transparent.
It’s quite often seen as an overspill beach from Cala en Turqueta but I don’t think it should just be a backup beach – I’d recommend going there as a first option.
12. Cala Mitjana
Cala Mitjana is another of the best beaches in Menorca. Like many of the others on this list, the parking lot gets full very quickly.
The first time I went it was completely full at 11 am (in June) and we could only find a space because we were on a scooter.
From the parking lot, it’s a 20-minute walk down a nice path to the pristine beach. It’s one of the best beaches in Menorca for families because it is nice and wide and the water is often very calm for swimming.
If you feel up to it, you can walk over the cliffs to Cala Mitjaneta. It’s a tiny beach and there’s only enough space for a couple of people to put a towel down. But, if you go early enough, you could be one of them!
13. Cala de Trebalúger
If there is one beach in Menorca that you shouldn’t miss, it is Cala de Trebalúger.
We were initially heading to Cala Mitjana, only to find it was full of seagrass. So we decided to climb up over the rocks, away from Cala Mitjaneta, to see what we would find.
After a 30-minute walk through the forest, with some of the most spectacular views, we ended up on Cala Trebalúger. Because of its location, the wide and white sand beach is still secluded and the water is amazing.
The sea here is shallow and completely transparent. There are no amenities on the beach. Sometimes there is someone with a small boat bringing cold water and refreshments from Cala Mitjana.
A lot of the beaches in Menorca are great for swimming and snorkeling. Pack your own snorkel or rent one in one of the nearby towns.
14. Cala Escorxada
Cala Escorxada is a little secluded beach on the south coast. It’s a beautiful, thin strip of sand that lies between pale blue water and pine tree-covered cliffs.
The easiest way to get to Cala Escorxada is from Santo Tomas, a small village in the east. It takes around an hour and the path winds over cliff edges and through dense forest.
You can also get here by walking from Cala Mitjana. Keep going past Cala de Trebalúger up over the cliff to Cala Escorxada. Both options are moderately difficult and you’ll need to wear good shoes and pack plenty of water.
15. Platja Binigaus
This is one of the only beaches on this list that’s more of a traditional beach, rather than a secluded cove.
It’s long, which makes the waves larger here than at other beaches. This is especially likely when the wind is coming from the south.
When it’s not windy, it’s a perfectly calm beach with pristine water and plenty of space to relax. It’s also only a 15-minute walk from Santo Tomas, so is more accessible than Cala Escorxada.
There are plenty of facilities in Santo Tomas if you need them. It’s also a favorite Menorca beach amongst the naturist community!
16. Cala Binidalí
This is definitely one of the best beaches in Menorca and remains one of the more secluded beaches on the island.
There’s not a lot of space on the beach. If the parking is full, it’s likely that the beach will be even busier. So its better to choose somewhere else on this list and try again on another day.
Ideally, try to arrive before 10 am. The water is perfectly clear and it’s a great place to go snorkeling because are lots of interesting underwater rocks nearby.
It’s a fun beach for kids although the walk down (and back up) is a little steep. There’s also a cute beach bar at the top, overlooking the bay.
The best way to explore the many hard-to-reach coves and beaches is to take a boat tour or rent your own small boat.
17. Caló Blanc
Caló Blanc is another tiny yet very popular beach on the south coast of Menorca.
There’s actually very little sand on this beach and most people tend to sit up on the craggy rocks on either side of the water.
Even though it’s small, it’s popular thanks to its easy access. You simply park on the side of the road and take the short path to the beach. It’s a popular spot for swimming and rock jumping as the water is calm and crystal clear.