Mahon Harbour Boat Tour with Mahon Market and Gin Distillery
Excursions & day trips

Mahon Harbour Boat Tour with Mahon Market and Gin Distillery

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 269 reviews
from
£32.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the fortifications and upscale villas on a glass-bottom boat trip in Mahon harbour
  • Explore the old town of Mahon, seeing its Georgian townhouses and baroque churches
  • Mingle with the locals at the atmospheric weekly market in Plaza del Carme
  • Visit the historic Xoriguer distillery to learn how Menorquin gin is made and enjoy a tasting
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Mahon and its cultural heritage
What to expect

What better way to spend a few hours than discovering and savouring the delights of Mahon, Menorca's history-steeped capital? On this morning tour, you'll enjoy a harbour boat trip, have free time to explore the old town on market day and visit a historic distillery. Nicola, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘If you scratch beneath the surface, you'll find the British influence in many older buildings such as sash windows, panelled doors, lunettes and more. A uniquely Menorquin touch is the ruby-red paint on these houses.'

First up is a glass-bottom boat trip in Mahon harbour – the second largest in the world. Glide between fortified islets and admire the opulent villas lining the waterfront on either side. Some date from the 18th century, when Menorca was a British colony. Next, it's on to the old Xoriguer gin distillery. Menorca's favourite tipple has been made here, using the same recipe, since 1736 – yet another symbol of the island's British heritage.

There's also free time to wander around Mahon under your own steam, admiring its Georgian town houses, baroque churches, palm-lined squares and narrow, cobbled streets. Head to the centrally located Plaza del Carme, where there's a market of vendors hawking everything from cured meats to fresh fruit under the cloisters of a 17th-century convent. The local square-shaped cheese is highly regarded throughout Spain.

Read more
What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Boat cruise
  • check Local delicacy tasting
Where
If you don't see the option to add a hotel for pickup, please provide the details at checkout.
We Offer pick up services from:Cala Bosch, Cala Blanca, Santandria, Ciutadella, Cala Blanes, Cala Galdana, Santo Tomas, Arenal den Castell, Canutells, Punta Prima, S'algar and Son Bou.
What to remember
  • Please note, the visit to Xoriguer gin distillery is not guided
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
Read more
Provider
TUI España Turismo, S.L.U, with Tax Number B08089187 and Travel License Number GCMD-4
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 269 reviews from verified customers

60%
33%
7%
0%
0%

Review categories

Staff

4.7/5

Service

4.7/5

Value for money

4.6/5

Safety

4.7/5

  • Bazza

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Marilyn

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    The market we didn't bother with we spent our free time looking in shops and went to a lovely bar. The Gin Factory was disappointing as we all had to ...

  • Roo

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    A great guide (who was a Londoner-sorry no good with names) who was funny And very informative on our journey across the island. Told us about the isl ...

  • Martin Allen

    From United Kingdom - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Enjoyed the boat trip gin factory was a bit short guide was brilliant

  • Suzanne

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    It was an enjoyable day out, the boat tour was good with plenty to see in the harbour. The Gin distillery would be better described as a Gin tasting, ...

  • Nigel

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very informative guide; a good amount of time for exploring Mahon on our own; boat trip was superb, with excellent commentary and good duration. Gin f ...

You might also like

Mahon Harbour, Binibeca & Xoroi Cave Tour
Excursions & day trips

Mahon Harbour, Binibeca & Xoroi Cave Tour

You'll discover Menorca by land and sea, and inside out, on this full day tour. Activities include a Mahon harbour boat trip and visits to the whitewashed Binibeca, Xoroi Cave and the settlement of Trepuco, one of the largest settlements of the prehistoric Talaiotic culture on the island. Nicola, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Legend has it that the Xoroi cave was once the refuge of a man named Xoroi, who was shipwrecked during a storm and found shelter in the cave. The lore continues with tales of him falling in love with a local girl, leading to a romantic yet tragic story that adds an air of mystique to this stunning location'.The fun kicks off with a boat trip around Mahon harbour. At 5km long, it's one of the world's largest natural harbours. It's fringed by historic buildings, fortifications and dotted with islands. Back on dry land, there's a tour of Mahon town followed by some free time. Nicola adds, ‘Reminders of the century-long British rule are still visible to this day – you can see sash and bow windows, door latches and handles just as you would in the UK.' Then, discover the sugar-cube village of Binibeca and its whitewashed homes.Just a little further east along the coast, you'll find the Cova d'en Xoroi, a bar uniquely set within a cave on a cliff face. Here, you can sip on a refreshing drink while soaking in the breathtaking sea views from what is undoubtedly Menorca's coolest bar. To round off the day, step back in time with a visit to the Trepucó Historical Monument, two of the settlement's oldest stone structures, built around 3,000 years ago.