Experts' Choice Award Dalt Vila
What the experts agree on
Dalt Vila's floodlit 16th-century fortified hilltop preserves layers of history from Phoenician times onward, with Gothic architecture, dramatic views, and medieval character tucked within Charles V's imposing stone walls.
“Surrounded by 16C walls built by Charles V, the former centre of the town has preserved its fairly rustic medieval character, where noble houses with vast patios and gothic windows are not unusual.”
– Michelin Guide
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Surrounded by 16C walls that were built under Charles V's reign, the urban fabric of the upper town has preserved and incorporated the site's different construction phases." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Its floodlit bastions visible from across southern Ibiza, Dalt Vila is a fortified hilltop first settled by the Phoenicans and later occupied by a roster of subsequent civilisations." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Balearic Island of Ibiza is known for its techno clubs, wild parties, and extreme night life." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"You'll find the Catedral de Eivissa with its Catalan Gothic style; the centuries-old Castell d'Eivissa, from which you can enjoy magnificent views...The area also features a collection of restaurants." Full review
National Geographic "Instead, I'll also be sure to explore Dalt Vila, the Ibiza Old Town, with its historic castle and cathedral"
National Geographic "Over the centuries, Mediterranean tides brought countless conquerors to its shores, many of whom left their mark on Dalt Vila, the city's fortified, UNESCO-listed old quarter. The city's..."
