Ibiza is a picturesque gem among the Balearic Islands with both natural and manmade beauty that makes for great photo opportunities to capture for your Instagram. Photographers have long flocked to the island to take in the tranquil sunsets and the busy Sunset Strip.
Places of sheer magic can be found on all sides of the island showcasing calm peace and thrilling adventure in equal measure, so you may want to take time to capture a bit of both. Check out the 10 most Instagrammable places in Ibiza.
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Mirador de Es Vedrá
Capture an islet with legendary magical properties
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Read moreMirador de Es Vedrá is one of the most stunning viewpoints on the entire island that looks out into a legendary islet in a fabulous vista. The islet is a protected nature reserve, so its natural beauty hasn't been corrupted by any kind of development or visiting travellers.
According to local legends, this islet has magical properties of energy accumulation. When taken in a more metaphorical sense, this is almost certainly true given the sheer energy that photos of the islet from the local mirador have. You'll find the viewpoint on the island's western shore a few miles out from Es Cubells.
Location: Unnamed Road, 07839, Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Balearic Islands, Spain
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Mirador Cala d’Hort
Check out a stunning beach
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Mirador Cala d’Hort is a picturesque beach lookout point where you'll find a quiet cove and a perfect view of Es Vedrá in the distance. The islet in the distance rises more than 400 metres from the water, making it an imposing image to capture from the sandy shore.
Along with the islet, you'll also be met with a range of ships and boats in the distance if you're looking to capture residents and visitors alike having some fun in the water. It's located on the west side of the island on the edge of Port Brut.
Location: Camino, Cala d'Hort, 55, 07830 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Illes Balears, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Playa Cala Xarraca
Visit a coastal paradise
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Read morePlaya Cala Xarraca is a quiet beach with crystal-clear waters that are popular with snorkellers where you have the opportunity to get photos of a coastal paradise. Crystalline waters make it easy to see clear through the surface down to the floor below highlighting sands and marine life.
Keep in mind that this is one of the most isolated bays in all of Ibiza, stretching just under 100 metres in length. Vibrant green-pine forests and red rocky cliffs cradle the cove adding greater perspective to any photos you take. See it for yourself on the island's northern coast a short distance southwest from Portinatx.
Location: Lugar Venda de Xarraco, 52, 07810 San Juan Bautista, Illes Balears, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Mirador de Cala Llonga
Take photos along a trail
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Mirador de Cala Llonga is a popular hiking trail where you'll be able to capture shots of vibrant greenery, quaint trails and shining blue waters in the distance. Quite a few different environments are traversed throughout the trail, letting you see Ibiza's stunning forest and shining shore.
The trail is fairly easy to navigate, running about 3.26 miles in total. It's a loop as well, so running the whole thing will put you right back where you started. You can try it out for yourself along the coast on the east side of Cala Llonga.
Location: Carrer des Munt Kilimanjaro, 59, 07849 Santa Eulària des Riu, Illes Balears, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Mirador de la Muralla Dalt Vila
Visit Ibiza's old town
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Read moreMirador de la Muralla Dalt Vila is a viewpoint that lets you take some exceptional shots of the historic old town area that's been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of the most important and historic buildings on the entire island are housed within the stone walls here.
Not only is this a spectacular place to take photos, but the cultural value alone can add an aura of authenticity to your visit like you're looking into the past. Plus, you can capture an incredible picture of the castle from this viewpoint. It's located just northeast of the castle near the water.
Location: Carrer de sa Pedrera, 14B, 07800 Eivissa, Illes Balears, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Punta Galera
See Mediterranean splendour
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Read morePunta Galera is a picturesque bay flanked by stone formations known as the flat rocks that surround clear blue waters with several rock pools as well. Among the sun-drenched rock faces, you'll find plenty of photo opportunities towards the water and the surrounding landscapes.
It's important to remember that this isn't really a beach, so you can't exactly stand up an umbrella on the rocks. That being the case, it's generally best to visit during the morning or the evening rather than when the sun is shining directly above you. You'll find it on a peninsula north of Sant Antoni de Portmany.
Location: Carrer Núm. 3 Punta Galera, 5, 07820 Sant Antoni de Portmany, Illes Balears, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Cala Comte
Stop by a beach overlooking islets
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Cala Comte is one of the most popular beaches on Ibiza thanks to its soft sands, shallow waters and picturesque islets in the distance that all offer photo opportunities. Unlike other viewpoints that focus on a singular islet in the distance, this beach grants easy access to several, adding some diversity to your Instagram album.
Given the popularity of this beach, it's generally best to arrive early in the morning. It faces west, so crowds generally form around sunset to see the spectacle. You'll find it on Ibiza's western shore overlooking Escull de Ses Punxes and Illa des Bosc.
Location: 07829, Balearic Islands, Spain
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Cala Llentia
See the Ibizan Stonehenge
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Cala Llentia is an intriguing formation of 13 basalt columns arranged in a circle with a towering monolith in the middle created by artist Andrew Rogers. Built in 2014, this fascinating art installation features well-constructed columns with the central one topped with a gold plate.
This monument has become a popular destination for photographers whether you're looking to take photos of the mysterious symbols or the columns with the towering Es Vedrá in the background. You can see it for yourself on the island's western shore.
Location: 07829 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Balearic Islands, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Ses Salines Natural Park
Explore where coastal and marine ecosystems meet
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Read moreSes Salines Natural Park is a preserved natural area that formed as the result of salt production where you'll find both coastal and marine ecosystems. The vast wetlands are popular with all sorts of birds, so it's one of the best spots on the island if you're looking to take pictures of incredible flying creatures.
Several beaches and historical sites of note are preserved within the park, so you can diversify your Instagram quite a bit during your visit. You'll find it on the southernmost point of the island south of Ibiza Town.
Location: 07818 Sant Josep de sa Talaia, Balearic Islands, Spain
Open: 24/7
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Mirador Cap Martinet
Take in a relaxing cliffside
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Mirador Cap Martinet is a lookout point located on a relaxing cliff overlooking the vast Mediterranean with imposing rock formations on both sides. Keep in mind that there aren't any safety railings near the cliff, so you'll need to take caution when getting out for the perfect photo.
You can get a surprisingly diverse amount of shots from this single vantage point. Ibiza Town is visible from here, but you can also see islets out in the distance as well as boats passing through the area depending on what time of day you visit. It's located a few miles east of Ibiza Town.
Location: 07819 Cap Martinet, Balearic Islands, Spain
Open: 24/7
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