What can I do in Ibiza in February? If you have ever considered visiting the island in low season, February is one of the quietest months to enjoy its charms and the mild temperatures that accompany the island throughout the year, as well as to visit its many historical treasures.
Below is a selection of some of the best options for you to enjoy a unique getaway.
Its beaches
The island of Ibiza has 210 kilometres of coastline that are ideal to visit in February, because if they are spectacular in summer, they are even more so at this time of year, when you can visit them alone and in silence without the noise and crowds to be found on its most popular beaches and coves during the summer, such as Cala Salada, Platja de ses Salines, Cala Benirrás or Cala Comte.
Moreover, if you go to any of these paradisiacal spots at the last hour of the day, you will be able to enjoy the incredible Ibizan sunsets, which are most beautiful at this time of year.
Its cuisine
The island’s cuisine is purely Mediterranean and is influenced by Phoenician, Punic, Roman and Arabic cultures, due to the island’s strategic location throughout history.
Among the most outstanding dishes is the bullit de peix, which is made with fish such as grouper, scorpion fish or John Dory, served with a mild garlic-mayonnaise sauce, saffron and vegetables; the fish stock is used to make arroz a banda (seafood rice), which is served as a second course. Another of the most popular dishes is the arroz de matanzas (meat rice), whose main ingredient is porc negre, from a breed of pig native to the Pityusic Islands Ibiza and Formentera.
Finally, flaó, greixonera and orelletes are Ibiza’s most popular desserts, which are a mouthwatering sample of the island’s tradition and culture.
Its heritage
Ibiza has several landmarks that have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, such as the walled city of Dalt Vila which, located in Ibiza town, is ideal for a visit in February as it is the best time to stroll through its historic streets without suffering the heat of the summer months. Another highly recommended idea is to visit some of Ibiza’s enchanting villages, such as Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera, Sant Carles de Peralta, Santa Agnès de Corona, Es Cubells, Sant Rafel de sa Creu or Sant Jordi de ses Salines, among others, which are characterised by their white walls and cobblestone streets and which represent the most authentic side of Ibiza.
Its routes for sports lovers
Thanks to its location and climate, Ibiza is a perfect destination for sports lovers. Indeed, throughout the year there are various competitions and activities for practicing a wide range of sports surrounded by nature, such as the Ibiza Mountain Bike Tour, the Ibiza Marathon or the yacht race Ruta de la Sal, national and international sporting events that take place on the paradise island of Ibiza. Some of the most popular activities for tourists are scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, hiking, cycling or horse riding.
During the low season, the island of Ibiza is more attractive than ever and allows visitors to discover its secrets and its hidden magic without distractions.