Blog – what to do when it rains – EN
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Top 10 fun (indoor) activities to do when it rains in Ibiza!
Fun activities to do in Ibiza when it rains, which will makes you forget about the weather
Days of rain are rare in Ibiza, and therefore very much welcomed by the locals. We do however understand rain isn’t ideal on your long waited Ibiza getaway. But just because the weather isn’t cooperating, it doesn’t mean you can’t have a great day! Don’t let the rain ruin your holiday and try some of our top 10 rainy day activities below.
- Treat yourself to a day spa
- Visit a musem
- Shop til you drop
- Try some authentic Ibizan cuisine
- Visit the caves of Can Marçá
- Go wine tasting
- Escape from an escape room
- Go scuba diving
- Go on a road trip
- Stay a day inside your wonderful villa
Rain is a good excuse to enjoy some well needed rest and get yourself pampered in a day spa. In Ibiza you will be spoiled with choice. A few suggestions are:
- Atzaro: A spa in the midst of nature, with a holistic approach and the ultimate place to relax in the sauna, hammam, have a massage or join a yoga class.
Location:
Diseminado P 12, Sta Eulalia, 153, 07849, Balearic Islands
- La Posidonia Spa: considered to be one of the most beautiful spas in the mediterranean. This place has a beautiful exterior, high-end facial treatments and gastronomic experiences prepared by Michelin star chef Fran Lopez.
Location:
Carrer na Xamena, s/n, 07815 Sant Miquel de Balansat, Illes Balears
- Pure Seven Spa: located at 7Pines Ibiza, on a mission to reconnect body and mind. Book an amazing treatment or join a meditation session. Also worth mentioning, the spa is completely plastic free and uses only paraben-free and vegan products!
Location:
Carrer de s’Espartar, 37, 07829 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Illes Balears
2. Visit a museum
It may not be the first thing you think of when you hear Ibiza, but the island actually has quite some worthwhile museums! Some of our favourites include:
- The Contemporary Art Museum Eivissa: located in Dalt Vila. This museum features work from artists all over the world.
Address:
Zona Dalt Vila, Ronda de Narcis Puget Viñas, 07800, Balearic Islands
- La Nave Salinas: this museum is located in Salinas and showcases quality work from the personal collection of Lio Malca.
Address:
Carrer la Canal-2, 07818 Eivissa, Illes Balea
- Puig des Molins: located at a small hill located on the south-west side of the bay of Ibiza. It offers the most extensive and best-preserved necropolis in the world.
Address:
Via Romana, 31, 07800 Eivissa, Illes Balears
3. Shop til you drop
A little retail therapy may cheer you up on a rainy day! Ibiza town has many shops with (Ibiza) fashion, modern art, antiques and souvenirs. Another worthwhile visit is Santa Gertrudis. A small picturesque village with quite a few nice boutiques, hippy-chic clothing stores and coffee shops.
The big department store Sluiz is also a must visit, this is an colourful indoor shop where you can find the most beautiful and arty, some may say bizarre home decoration, clothes and a lot of stuff you just got to have. There is also a little bar where you can get a drink or small snack.
Address:
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4. Indulge in authentic Ibizan cuisine
Why not treat yourself to breakfast, lunch and/or dinner! It’s another way of learning about the Ibiza culture. The island’s gastronomy is rich in flavours, very diverse and of high quality! Many of the local restaurants are only making use of local produce. Some dishes you should absolutely try are:
- Bullit and guisat de peix: a traditional fish dish with vegetables and garlic
- Sofrit pagès: a mix of meat, potatoes and sausages typical of the islands.
- Greixonera: a sweet pastry similar to bread pudding
- Cafe caleta: coffee with cinnamon, brandy, lime and orange
- Hierbas: a typical Ibizan liquor made from herbs found on the island.
5. Go wine tasting!
There are several wineries in Ibiza. Below some we recommend, all three offer a wine tasting tour. That way, you’ll still have 1.5 to 2 hours under your belt, and with a nice wine you might forget about the rain.
- Ibizkus: a boutique winery situated on the main road between the towns of Ibiza and Santa Eulalia. The indoor tasting room is perfect for rainy days, and they are open year-round. Open from Monday till Saturday, most days from 10am till 7pm.
- Can Rich: this winery offers a large selection of ecological products, amongst others, wines, olive oil vinegar and salt. Can Rich has been producing wine since 1977 but has recently also started offering local liquors such as hierbas and cafe caleta. Open from Monday till Friday, from 10am till 2 pm, bookings required.
- Sa Cova: a small family winery in the north of the island, in the village of San Mateo, a nice drive on a rainy day! This winery offers 3 types of red, a white and a rose. Most of them are produced with the local Monastrell grape. Sa Cova is also fun for kids since there is a petting zoo and a playground!
6. Join an indoor yoga or meditation class!
Ashram Ibiza offers a variety of Yoga styles for all levels and in different languages. From traditional to modern styles, including asanas (physical postures), alignments, breath work, Surya Namaskar (sun salutation) and relaxation.
Spread over two locations, they offer a cozy and friendly space Meditation Center in Santa Eularia and a Retreat Center nested in the northern hills of San Miguel.
The classes are offered daily, as well as workshops, therapies and massages. Make sure to stay around after class to have a sip at the yogic tea shop and shop some yoga fashion brands. You can purchase a day pass, or sign up for three to an unlimited number of classes.
Address:
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7. Go on a road trip – hit the road!
Of course, a road trip is always possible. Ibiza is a beautiful island with many nice routes along the coast. A tour of the island can easily be done in half a day, and if you stop along the way for a nice snack or drink or one of the many covered terraces or just inside, that rainy day will be over in no time! [/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”5040″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]
8. Go scuba diving
When you’re getting wet by the rain anyway, you may as well swim! The Scuba Ibiza Diving Centre is the only centre on the Balearic Islands offering diving. Admire the magnificent marine life such as octopus, moray eels and many different types of fish in the crystal clear underwater world of Ibiza. The dive centre is located in Marina Botafoch, in the port area of the city of Ibiza. Since the climate in Ibiza is mild, the water temperature doesn’t get below 14 degrees, and with a wetsuit ideal for diving. Therefore the centre is open all year round!
Address:
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9. Visit the caves of Can Marçá
20km from Ibiza town, you’ll find the Can Marçá Caves, a fun excursion. Located near the port of San Miguel, the caves are home to more than 100,000-year-old fossils and stalagmites. During the tour, the phosphor in the cave becomes clear when the lights are extinguished by the guide. The caves were historically used by pirates – true story. The tours are on every 30 minutes from April till November and the price is about €10.50 for adults and €6.50 for children.
Address:
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10. Stay a day in your wonderful villa!
May as well use the rain as an excuse to stay in and enjoy your luxury villa! Spend some time in your spa-like bathroom or play some good old fashioned games with your friends or family. We also offer great services such as: karaoke rental including hilarious outfits, relaxing massages at your home, yoga instructors for some mindfulness with the noise of rain on the background or why not book a private chef, who does the shopping, cooking and cleaning, so you and your loved ones can stay in your beautiful villa all day! Have a look at our range of holiday homes here.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”5042″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
