Shopping in Menorca: typical products and where to find them
During your vacation on the island, besides discovering the paradisiacal beaches and coves of Menorca, its biosphere reserve natural parks, and famous archaeological sites, you will also find the best of the island’s artisan and gastronomic traditions in its stores.
Shopping in Menorca is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a different shopping experience. Unlike the crowded shopping malls we are used to, Menorca offers a wide range of boutiques and independent stores, traditional markets, and artisanal souvenirs—authentic creations passed down from generation to generation. On the island, tradition and culture thrive in a uniquely natural setting.
Below, we detail the unique and interesting products you can buy in Menorca and where to go shopping.
Where to shop in Menorca?
Menorca is a natural paradise where landscape and culture blend to offer the best of the land. However, the island also has various activities that cater to all tastes, and shopping is one of the most enjoyable things to do in Menorca. Here are some tips on where to shop in Menorca for everything you need.
In Mahón
One of our recommendations is to go shopping in Mahón. As the capital, it offers a wide variety of stores and markets. Menorca is known for its handcrafted sandals and high-quality leather products. If you’re looking to buy clothes in Menorca, besides major brands, Mahón has many authentic boutiques full of unique charm.
We recommend visiting Kala (Carrer Rosari, 29), La Cerería (Carrer d’Isabel II, 6), The Loft (Carrer Portal del Mar, 3), or NAC Menorca (Plaza de España, 11). These shops are known for the delicacy of their products and the careful selection of their garments.
In Ciutadella
Another important shopping area in Menorca is historic Ciutadella.
If you want to go shopping in Ciutadella, take a stroll along Ses Voltes Street, one of the island’s most emblematic places and a major shopping hub.
Es Mercadal
Located in the heart of Menorca, Es Mercadal is a fascinating town renowned for its shops, particularly in the historic center, where numerous stores offer unique and handcrafted products. A special mention goes to Menorca Infinita / Kokulis World (Carrer Nou, 4), a space where creativity and the island’s essence merge in every piece.
Menorca T-Shirts and Sweatshirts
For a great souvenir, we recommend Menorca Republic garments that capture the essence of Menorca in every design, hand-printed one by one. Their commitment to sustainability is reflected in the use of certified organic cotton, respecting both the environment and the island’s identity. With shipping available across Europe, their creations bring a piece of Menorca to any destination.
Menorca Republic is, in fact, a Menorquin brand which reflects the essence and values of the island through its clothing. Founded in 2020 by Menorcans Joan and Albert, Menorca Republic offers t-shirts, sweatshirts, caps, and children’s clothing, designed and printed in their own Menorcan workshop. They also label and send the garments from there.
Each piece is printed using screen printing, a traditional technique that ensures great durability and resistance.
In this video we can see the collaboration of Menorca Republic with the local painter Marc Jesús, where they have made two pieces of the artist into two t-shirts of this brand:
Their designs are minimalist, with a logo that combines the waves of the sea with the horizon. Some t-shirts also include the coordinates of emblematic places such as Ciutadella, Mahón, Cala en Turqueta, or Pregonda.
Their garments made of organic cotton carry certifications such as the Fair Wear Foundation (ensuring fair working conditions) and the Organic Content Standard (OCS) (certifying organic cotton use). Their products are available online and in various physical stores across the island.
The garments of Menorca Republic can be acquired online and in their many physical shops around the island.
Here you have a map with the location of their differents shops in Menorca:
Handicrafts in Menorca
Menorcan handicrafts are best represented in footwear, jewelry, and ceramics. Here are some unique items to buy in Menorca that you won’t want to leave without.
Footwear
The Abarcas, leather sandals with rubber soles made from recycled tires, are a symbol of artisan tradition that has been refined over centuries. An essential item in your wardrobe that will be easy to find on the island. After all, we can’t talk about shopping for shoes in Menorca without recommending these iconic sandals.
Once worn by farmers to endure Menorca’s rugged terrain, the abarcas were a traditional footwear that has now become a fashion icon: solid, durable, and incredibly comfortable, the abarcas lead the island of Menorca and its beaches.
The abarcas form a rainbow of colors in every market and shop in Menorca. Once you try them, you’ll fall in love with them forever. You won’t be able to resist buying a pair to wear right away and another to take home!
You won’t have a problem finding them if you are shopping in Menorca!
Jewelry
Menorca’s silver and jewelry-making tradition dates back to the 18th century and remained strong until the early 20th century, when the production of silver-thread purses made the goldsmiths of the island rich.
Silver necklace from Menorca, for sale in Menorca Infinita website
The labs from the island are known worldwide. For 50 years, Menorca hosted the Eurobijoux & Accessories fair, attracting the most important artisans and manufacturers in the industry.
There are many shops and street markets in Menorca where you can find artisan jewelry made by local goldsmiths. Be sure to visit the night jewelry market in Ciutadella or Santi Capó’s workshop in Mahón.
Ceramics
Menorcan ceramic craftsmanship combines creativity with traditional knowledge to create unique products. Ceramists on the island have followed the same crafting techniques for centuries, shaping white clay baked in a kiln into countless different objects.
Maria Garcia Sierra’s ceramics can be found in Es Mercadal, in Kokulis World
The craftsmanship and hospitality of Menorca’s ceramists are unparalleled. They will be delighted to create handmade cups, mugs, and plates for you, perfect for decorating your home with authentic, timeless art.
The originality and quality of the ceramics in Menorca make it one of the things to buy in Menorca. A unique handmade souvenir of your time on the island.
Where to Buy Typical Menorcan Souvenirs
If you want to buy authentic and original products that capture the soul of Menorca and which are not a souvenir just for tourists, we recommend Menorca Infinita, an online store specializing in Menorcan products.
The mugs collection in Menorca Infinita
They offer handcrafted items made from wood, perfumes, souvenir t-shirts, mugs, calendars, postcards, and many other keepsakes created by local artists and craftsmen or by artists who have kept Menorca as an inspiration. Furthermore, you will find maps and touristic guides which are of great utility for your holidays in Menorca.
Another must-visit location if you want to buy souvenirs which will be much more original than the typical ones, is the Menorca Craft Center in Es Mercadal, which showcases a wide variety of artisanal products.
Typical gastronomic products
Talking about typical products of the island, Menorca’s gastronomy is a major highlight, and local food products make for perfect souvenirs of your trip.
One of Menorca’s culinary gems is Mahón cheese, a cow’s milk cheese with a protected designation of origin that is exported throughout Spain. It can be found in supermarkets and specialty stores, where tastings are often offered.
Menorca is also famous for its sausages, particularly sobrasada, made from lean pork, fat, and paprika. Other delicious specialties include cuixot and carn i xulla.
An ideal place to buy and taste Menorca’s finest cheeses and gastronomic delicacies is Subaida Farm, a historic dairy on the Alaior-Arenal d’En Castell road. They offer free and guided tours with product tastings.
Of course, we can’t forget Gin Xoriguer, Menorca’s famous gin, distilled on the island for over 200 years. Gin Xoriguer is a key ingredient in pomada, one of Menorca’s traditional drinks. The Xoriguer Distillery has been producing gin since the early 1700s and offers guided tours and tastings.
With all these shopping ideas, you’re sure to bring home the best of Menorca!