Strolling Ibiza’s historic streets and chic promenades

If you don’t know what to do in Ibiza, surely you haven’t been reading our blog! But also, you can do so much to soak up the culture and local way of life on foot. Strolling the Ibiza streets can be the best way to soak up the culture, especially if you follow this guide to know a little of the back story of each alley, cul-de-sac and avenue!
We’re going to tell you the best time of day, what to look out for, and which parts of the Ibiza promenade are best explored on foot.

Where to walk in Ibiza?

First of all, the starting point is more important than the endpoint, so when beginning to look at what to do in Ibiza, only consider where you’ll start. Then, walk aimlessly – this is our genuine recommendation! You’ll never get far from civilization, taxis, and bus routes because the whole island is well-communicated, but you will soak in the relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere.

Ready to immerse yourself? Here are the starting blocks the team at Invisa recommends for any visitor to this beautiful island:

Ignasi Wallis Avenue

The popular Avinguda Ignasi Wallis is located in the heart of Ibiza and is 800 metres long. It vertically traces the capital city, from its beginning at the E-10 roundabout to its end with Joan Xicó Street, making it one of the main routes on the island.

Its name comes from a well-known shipowner who lived between the 19th and 20th centuries. Ignasi Wallis was born on the island on June 10, 1854, and created the Wallis shipping company with his brother Joan, whose most notable initiative was the acquisition of the first steamship with Ibiza registration: Niny.

Vara de Rey Promenade

The Paseo de Vara de Rey is one of the liveliest of Ibiza streets! It is full of shops, cafés, and eateries and is also a great place for an evening stroll, as there are plenty of bars and clubs on the side streets that lead to the promenade.

Many would tell you that Paseo Vara de Rey is one of the emblematic points of Ibiza, also known as S'Alamera, it is the longest promenade in the island's capital and a beautiful place to explore, take pictures, and go shopping.

Avenue of Spain

If there is a busy and well-known street in the city of Ibiza, that is the Avinguda de España: here, some of the most characteristic buildings can be walked past or stopped by them on your walk. This avenue goes all the way up to the Plaza de la Reina Sofia in Ibiza town, a square that’s beautiful to see in the afternoon as the sun goes down.

It is one of the best-known streets in Ibiza so you can use this avenue as a meet-up point as taxi drivers will know it, and you’ll also find plenty of commercial activity on its sidewalks.

Ibiza Promenade

The Paseo Marítimo de Ibiza goes past the Ibiza marina and as well as the Botafoc marina, making it a prime area of the city for real estate: you’ll find luxury shops and chic restaurants in the Ibizan town centre.

The surroundings are exclusive on this Ibiza promenade: beyond the marinas, you’ll see the main casino and a multitude of fashionable venues.
If your walk begins at Avinguda de Santa Eulària, which is where the Formentera ferry docks, and goes up to the yacht club and fishing dock. At this point, you’ll have the walled city front and centre, until you reach Passeig de Joan Carles I, running parallel to the old port.

This marina promenade is sea-side so, bring a hat and keep topping up your sunscreen even if the air feels fresh!

Street of the Virgin

Calle de la Virgen is one of the oldest and most picturesque streets on the island. This is an Ibiza street on which you’ll find an abundance of shops, bars, restaurants, and art galleries, as well as historic buildings and beautiful harbour views. Bring your camera!
The street is best for shopping, and everyone is welcome in such a cosmopolitan and bohemian atmosphere. Considering its importance, this Ibiza street is almost an alleyway. It’s small but acts as a border between the neighbourhoods of La Marina and Sa Penya.

Do note, this is a cul-de-sac and you cannot continue onto another street at the end, you’ll simply have to loop back and enjoy all the Ibizan architecture and its cultural heritage from another angle!

Bartolomé Roselló Avenue

Avinguda Bartolomé Roselló is one of the main Ibiza streets from the port. Here you will find all the shops, restaurants and bars you could ask for, as well as breathtaking views of the port. If you continue on the next road from Bartolomé Rosello, you’ll also reach the peaceful Parque de la Paz.

Isidor Macabich Avenue

Another of the main roads in the city of Ibiza, some recent road works uncovered a Roman archaeological site on Avinguda Isidor Macabich. After you’ve soaked in some history, you’ll notice that the commercial activity of Avinguda Isidor Macabich is buzzing on this Ibiza street. Save this walk for a day when you want some excitement.

Marina Street

Calle de la Marina is another road that runs along the port but this one is the oldest part of the city. On your walk along this emblematic street, by name and location, you’ll see a large number of historical buildings and shops specialising in fashion and design.

There is so much culture to soak up on this Ibiza street that we genuinely recommend losing yourself on this street, without haste. Look around you and take a lot of photos during your stroll.

How can you visit all the emblematic Ibiza streets
Getting around Ibiza is easy. There are no great distances to consider as the island as it is only 38 miles from tip to tip, so you can easily get around by bike or bus, walking plenty, and you only need to hire a car if that is your personal preference.

From whichever Invisa Hotel you choose as your base, you can easily visit all the places that we have mentioned thanks to the excellent transportation links in Ibiza. If you do want to park your car here, there’s parking on site, but we can also direct you to the nearby bus stops and bike rental stations if you want to go further afield.

Easy, safe, and comfortable – you can move around the whole island with no stress. Walking will always be the most recommended, however, because you have more time to observe and take in all the details of the stunning surroundings in Ibiza.