Mahon, Minorca's capital town, is an inevitable port of call for people arriving on the island, and for the most part head for the string of restaurants and cafes that line the port. The town itself is sedate and traditional, featuring typical Georgian townhouses bearing evidence to the British occupation of former days. Car Hire Mahon is a great way to explore.

The attractions comprise of the Town Hall Casa Consistorial, the Church of Santa Maria and the Church of San Francisco. A first-class road links Mahon with the older town of Ciudadela the previous capital on the opposite side of the island. It has a Cathedral, partly dating from the 14th century, and also boasts quite a few stylish palacios and medieval churches.

The city has been the capital, since the British moved it from Ciutadella in 1721. The motivation being the harbor at 5 km long, over 1 km at its widest point, And 20-30mtrs deep it is one of the biggest natural harbor in the world, together with its position in the Mediterranean, has made it a deliberate stronghold for numerous nations throughout history.

The port it self is peaceful by day and buzzing by night. The bars and restaurants along the portside come alive at night you can spend many hours down in the port, watching the ships, admiring the view, enjoying the hospitality of the restaurants, or just sat taking in the atmosphere.