Things To Do in Port des Torrent

Port des Torrent’s next-door neighbour, San Antonio, is always keen for a party, and pulls out all the stops for this yearly bash. The main square overlooking the bay is the best vantage point for the massive fireworks display on the actual saint’s day, 24th August. It’s also the stage for Spanish dancing and a bit of jazz, and there are tonnes of food stalls.

Ibiza Town's a 30-minute drive from Port des Torrent, and it’s where most of the island’s shopping action takes place. It’s a real Aladdin’s cave, flooded with vintage boutiques and shops selling everything from designer gear to high street labels. From late afternoon, it’s worth heading to the harbourside quarter. As the day cools, the narrow streets here are stuffed to the gills with market stalls full of jewellery trinkets and leatherware.

The appeal of Port des Torrent is its relaxed pace, and that continues into the evening at the open-air bars. Many people like to visit San Antonio Town at least once, though, to take in the vibrant atmosphere. There are lots of places to eat and drink and, of course, there’s a huge club scene here – it’s the sort of place where you might find Hed Kandi DJs on the decks and Paris Hilton in the crowd.

The restaurants here serve up plenty to please international palates, but – not surprisingly for an old fishing town – Port des Torrent also does a very good line in seafood. The snapper and sea bream taste delicious just simply grilled. Tapas fans should also find what they’re looking for, with traditional favourites like fresh anchovies and Spanish omelette.

This rustic restaurant – usually known by its English name, the Old Cock – has been around since 1959, and it’s still serving up house specialities of barbecued meat, paella and salted fish to its loyal customers. The lobster – picked fresh from the tank – is delicious in a stew. You’ll get a warm welcome from the staff, and plenty of local Ibizan wines to go with your meal.

Port des Torrent packs in plenty of watersports. Smaller family members can have fun on pedalos, while bigger water babies can try out the banana boats or waterskiing. You've also got a dive school here. If you just want a nice walk, try the rocks that edge the sides of the bay.

Kylie Minogue is just one of the thousands of people who’ve been to Es Vedra, a mystical little island near Cala d’Hort. It looks pretty unassuming – just a rocky chunk of limestone inhabited by goats – but many believe it has healing energy. A short boat ride from Port des Torrent gets you there, then you can sail around the island to see if you can feel its force.

There’s a chilled-out vibe to Kumharas, a popular bar-restaurant about 10 minutes' drive from Port des Torrent. People come here for the sunsets, when DJs play ambient tunes while the crowd relaxes on floor cushions and watches the fire-eaters perform. Cocktails, shisha pipes and Asian-inspired food are all on the menu, too.