Figueretes Beach
Golden sand, blue water, Ibiza Town on your doorstep
About
Platja de ses Figueretes stretches roughly 500 metres of golden sand along the southern edge of Eivissa, with blue water lapping at a shore that's easy to reach and safe to swim. It's an urban beach in the truest sense — a promenade runs its length, the old town is a 15-minute walk away, and the energy here is lively without tipping into chaos. Families set up beside solo swimmers, and the backdrop shifts from open sea to the silhouette of Dalt Vila's ancient walls. It's the kind of place where a morning dip flows naturally into an afternoon of culture.
How to get there
You can walk from Ibiza Town centre in about 15 minutes, take a bus in around 10 minutes, or drive in roughly 5 minutes. A seasonal ferry from Ibiza port also reaches the beach in about 10 minutes. Street parking is available nearby — blue-curb spaces require a ticket from the machines on site, yellow curbs are loading only, and parking is free on Sundays and public holidays.
Who it's for
For couples
The promenade walk at dusk, with Dalt Vila glowing in the background and the blue water catching the last light, makes ses Figueretes a quietly romantic evening destination — especially if you follow it with dinner at Zazú Ibiza nearby.
For families
Safe swimming, easy access, and a flat promenade make this one of the most practical family beaches near Ibiza Town — no difficult terrain, no strong currents, and the town's amenities are never more than a short walk away.
Our take
Feet in the sand, eyes on the screen
Ses Figueretes won't surprise you with isolation — it's an urban beach, and it wears that identity honestly. What it delivers is convenience, safety, and a cultural depth that most beach towns can't match within a 15-minute walk. The golden sand and blue water are the easy part; the real draw is stepping off the beach and straight into one of the Mediterranean's most historically layered towns. Skip August if you can — the beach handles moderate visitor numbers well, but peak summer tests its limits. Come in June or September, swim without worry, walk to Dalt Vila before the heat peaks, and let the ferry back from the port feel like a small adventure. It's not a secret, but it earns its place.
What to do
The Castle of Ibiza sits 1.3 km away and earns its 4.7-star reputation — the views from up there put the whole coastline in perspective. Puig des Molins, an ancient Punic-Roman necropolis and museum, is under a kilometre from the beach and genuinely worth the short walk. Dalt Vila, Ibiza's UNESCO World Heritage walled old town, is 1.4 km away and delivers panoramic views that no filter can improve. The Ibiza Museum of Contemporary Art rounds out the cultural circuit at around 2 km.
The promenade looking toward Dalt Vila's UNESCO walls gives you architecture, sea, and golden sand in a single frame.
Shoot from the waterline at sunrise for long reflections on the blue water with the town waking up behind you. The Puig des Molins hillside, less than a kilometre away, offers an elevated angle back over the beach and bay.
Where to eat
Zazú Ibiza, just 2.2 km away, is the closest well-regarded option and a natural post-swim stop. FERGUS Style Bahamas at 3.1 km holds over 4,000 reviews and a 4.4-star rating, making it a reliable choice for a longer lunch. For something further afield, La Paloma carries the highest rating of the group at 4.5 stars — worth the trip if you're exploring the island beyond the town.
Where to stay
Hotel Vibra Mare Nostrum, 1.2 km from the beach, is the closest option with a strong 4.4-star score across more than 8,000 reviews. The Site Hotel Ibiza and Destino Five Ibiza both sit at 4.6 stars if you want something with a higher-end feel, at 2.7 km and 4.3 km respectively. Hotel Vibra Algarb at 1.6 km offers another solid mid-range choice with nearly 6,400 reviews behind it.
Photography
Shoot from the promenade at golden hour looking back toward Dalt Vila's walls — the warm light on the old stone against the blue water is as good as this island gets. Early morning, before the day's swimmers arrive, gives you clean golden sand and long shadows that make the 500-metre stretch look even wider.
Good to know
June through September is the sweet spot for weather, but August brings peak visitor numbers — if you want space on the golden sand, aim for June or early September instead. Swimming is safe here, so the water is genuinely welcoming for all ages. The promenade makes the beach highly walkable, so leave the car behind if you're already in town. If you're working remotely, One Cup Coffee IBZ is just 1.1 km away — a solid option before or after your beach time.
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Nearby places
FERGUS Style Bahamas
Café Mambo Ibiza
Blue Marlin Eivissa
La Paloma
Zazú Ibiza
The Site Hotel ibiza
Hotel Vibra Mare Nostrum
Hotel Vibra Algarb
Amàre Beach Hotel Ibiza
Destino Five Ibiza
Float Your Boat Ibiza - Beach Cruises
Castle of Ibiza
Puig des Molins, Ibiza
Dalt Vila
Puig des Molins Necropolis
Ibiza Museum of Contemporary Art
Things to see around Eivissa
Dalt Vila
UNESCO World Heritage walled old town with panoramic views.
Puig des Molins Necropolis
Ancient Punic-Roman necropolis and museum.
Ibiza Museum of Contemporary Art
Contemporary art museum near the beach.
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