Menorca with kids (and without!) has been an obsession for the past 7 years, we admit! This gem of an island charmed and spoilt us repeatedly and we kept on returning, 2023 included. The lesser known of Balearics oozes authenticity, boutique fincas, stunning varied beaches and farm-to-table expertise. We have attempted to condense in here 7 trips and our 10 favourite things to do in Menorca with kids.
Take your swimsuits everywhere, dipping in the sea makes the treks even more fun!
2. Kayaking: Menorca’s mostly untouched coastline is a natural adventure playground, and there’s something for kids of all sizes. We love Es Grau half-day trips and discovering the pristine beaches of this nature reserve; if kids are younger, 1 hour or pedalo on calm waters make it a safe activity for even the youngest seafarers.
For some more great kayaking, deep caves and huge stalactites head to Es Canutells (20 min drive from Binibeca): cave of s’Esbrufador with three holes in its upper part through which you can see the sky; cave of Ses Atxes with an immense stalactite and so much more until you reach the Binicalaf area. This entire kayaking route is virgin, with high cliffs and no houses or buildings in sight; one can snack and have a drink in the kayak, snorkel and swim, couple of fantastic hours by the sea, exploring south Menorca at its best.
3. Binibiquer Bell, for a stroll in the pretty fisherman village, late lunch and more dips in the sea. Over the years we loved lunching by the sea in here and in 2023 we put together a dedicated article on food and drinks under the stars options.
4. SUP or motorized pedalo by Los Bucaneros beach always a hit with the kids and a fun wrap up to a day spent around Binibiquer Vell.
5. Mahon: Menorca’s capital is set on a ridge above the deep inlet that forms the harbour, the biggest natural port in the Mediterranean. We find is every time refreshingly elegant and laid back, reflective of its British heritage/ occupation in the 18 century, with bow-fronted houses and sash windows. Cafes and terraces are everywhere, playgrounds and stairs scattered nicely accross the town, making Mahón a very pleasant place to get into the unhurried Menorcan way of life. We have bee very lucky and spoilt in Mahon by our Menorcan friend in her gorgeous pieds a terre: sunbeds on the roof, cava and nibbles to start adventures and catch up. Mahon has great restaurant choices as well, from easy ones for exhausted starving kids, to elegant dinners by the harbour and boutique hotels.
At 9pm happy and exhaused from a beach day the first chiringuito with a nice view over the port called us! Dinner with calamari a la romana, pan con tomate, patatas bravas, lots of aioli, chicken, cava and sparkling water came at Euro18 !!! The 4 years old loved the observation point, the calamari, the friendly casual service and of course staying up sooo late. 
Me lots of cava, seared tuna and octopus carpaccio, R patatas bravas, fish croquettes and pan con tomate. The crowd isfun to watch and eclectic: boat owners and the personnel washing the decks, hanging their swim clothes or just chilling and soaking in the scene. I guess after a sailing day, some are not keen to mix with the crowds, but rather meditate and observe from their decks.
Gelato, more strolling on the cobbled beautiful streets and a cute playground (fully populated 10pm), would conclude glorious days. What a difference 6 months make with the kids – with the eldest at 4, I was truly fortunate to have a partner in crime for dinners and snorkelling!
6. More beaches, swimming and snorkelling ! Some other beaches we have loved include white sand Son Bou, one of the longest beaches in Menorca (2.5km) and one of the few open seas on the island.
And the North West have some exquisite ones: Cala Escorxada surrounded by rocky cliffs and pine forests is well worth the 1 hour hike for its sparkling blue waters and little crowds. We have cheated and have done it part of sailing day from Ciutadella, where we also adored Playa Macaralleta, Cala Mitjana, Playa de Binigaus and Cala Turqueta.
7. Pool and sea combined. If the kids are young and you are after the 2 combined plus lunch, we found the White’s Bar in Arenal de’n Castell a good fit. With the swimming pool close to the restaurant, the grown ups can cath up over cava and tapas, whilst energetic kids splash and soak in the sun.
Icecreams and more cava, one can eventually head to Arenal de’n Castell cute small beach – exploring the rocks, some boards and the crystal clear waters.
Must do Menorca: beaches and water fun
Impossible to leave any decent time from the beach, R and I caught eventually a taxi back to Mahon and completely dusted, happy and exhausted, we stopped by 9pm at the first chiringuito with a nice view over the port.
8. Sailing in Menorca is a fabulous way to get to appreciate this island variety, from white sandy beaches, to coves and creeks, to terracotta sands and crystal waters. 
things to do in Menorca: sailing
9. Ciutadella with its noble and aristocratic atmosphere in its narrow streets that was until the arrival of the English, the capital of the island.
Ciutadella with kids
10. Chasing sunsets. We love sunsets over wining and dinning at Bambu by Binibequer Vell ; Cova d’en Xoroi is also spectacular between the coves.
10 fab things to do in Menorca with kids
The Mediterranean lifestyle with sunshine and so much light, gorgeous, affordable and healthy food, chic real estates, beautiful beaches and lots of boats are such a contrast to our grey cold and wet London summers! A week in here is not enough and the list of fab things to do in Menorca with kids is so long!
Travelling during the pandemic (July 2021).Being fully vaccinated and travelling from UK to Menorca was easy, just a couple of extra forms. The travelling guidance is all good now (thank YOU universe), the latest UK Foreign travel advice in here just in case.
For best restaurants in Menorca, head here; for more Menorcan inspirations and getaways, head for our Sailing Days in here ; Long weekends in Mahon here; for Es Castell here; for more rural holidays by Llucmacanes head here and for latest in Binibeca in here.