Island in Balearic Islands, Spain
Ibiza
Party capital of Europe by night and quiet coves, yoga and sunsets by day. Prices are high, buses thin out at night and taxis are hard to find; winters are very quiet.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$3,150–4,500Comfortable, one person · €2,800–4,000Details
- Value for money13/100Better value than 12% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 28°CDetails
- Internet263 MbpsFixed broadband, Spain medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilMainly desalinated and brackish; legally potable but most people drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+5/5Very welcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$79–158Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundPublic buses (Alsa / Discobus)You'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless work at most venues; beach kiosks, hippie markets and some taxis prefer cash.Details
Where to stay in Ibiza
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Ibiza Town (Dalt Vila and the port) | Year-round base: restaurants, bars, ferry and airport access |
| Santa Eulària | Calmer east-coast town with a marina and good beaches |
| Sant Antoni | Budget stays and nightlife; rowdy in summer |
| Playa d'en Bossa | Beach clubs and big clubs; loud and party-focused |
| Sant Joan and Portinatx | Quiet north, boho villages and cove beaches |
Apps that work in Ibiza
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Renfe: High-speed and regional train tickets
- ALSA: Long-distance bus tickets
- Taxis: Taxis dominate and are metered but scarce at peak times; use hotel or taxi-app bookings. Unofficial rides are risky and common at clubs.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Spain.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless work at most venues; beach kiosks, hippie markets and some taxis prefer cash.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Many Spanish ATMs charge foreign cards a few euros per withdrawal; Euronet machines cost more. Always decline the conversion.
- Tipping: Not expected. Round up at bars and leave 5–10% for good restaurant service; check whether service is already included.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work almost everywhere. Bizum, used to split bills, needs a Spanish bank account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen rules: 90 days in any 180 across all Schengen countries; passport issued within 10 years, valid 3 months past departure.
- The EU Entry/Exit System has replaced passport stamps since April 2026: fingerprints and photo at your first entry. Allow extra time.
- ETIAS, the planned €20 online authorisation, isn't required yet (October 2026); check travel-europe.europa.eu for its start date.
Emergency numbers
Police 091 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Phone shops and airport kiosks sell prepaid SIMs (Orange, Vodafone, Digi, Lebara); about €10–25 for 30–100 GB. Passport required to register. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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