Alaior, Balearic Islands
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 8,671 residents
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Alaior is a small town in Illes Balears, Balearic Islands, Spain, home to around 8,671 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park and Cala Llucalari. The nearest airport is Menorca (MAH), about 9 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, Cala Llucalari and So na Caçana.
- Easy to reach: Menorca (MAH) is 6 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Alaior
Ranked by how well known they are.
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1protected areaS'Albufera des Grau Natural Park
6 miles from the centre · Photo
natural park in Minorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
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3archaeological site.JPG/500px-Calas_Coves_(Menorca).JPG)
4beach
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6archaeological site
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8archaeological siteSepulcre megalític d'Alcaidús d'en Fàbregues
3 miles from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Alaior, Spain
Cova de Biniadrís
cave · 4 miles from the centre
Cala Caldes
beach · 7 miles from the centre
Es Portixol
beach · 8 miles from the centre
Platja d'Atalis
beach · 5 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Alaior
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Alaior can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Alaior are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Alaior and the villages around it is a hire car from Menorca (MAH), about 9 min away.
Best time to visit Alaior
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Menorca (MAH)6 miles, about 9 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Maó (7 miles), Ciutadella (17 miles), Alcúdia (53 miles).
Alaior is good for
Around Alaior
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Alaior worth visiting?
Yes. Alaior is known for S'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, Cala Llucalari and So na Caçana. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Alaior from the UK?
Fly to Menorca (MAH), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 9 min by road.
Is Alaior good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Alaior?
Maó (7 miles), Ferreries (8 miles), Sant Lluís (8 miles) and Mercadal (5 miles) are all within an hour or so.