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Dalt Vila, Ibiza’s old town.
The walled upper town, its UNESCO status and how to enjoy it in an evening.
Dalt Vila is the fortified upper town of Ibiza Town, looking over the harbour. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site “Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture”, listed in 1999, and one of the best places on the island for a calm evening.
Walls with 2,500 years behind them.
Ibiza Town was founded by the Phoenicians, and the hill of Dalt Vila has been fortified for centuries. The Renaissance walls that surround it today date from the 16th century. The cathedral and the old streets inside the walls sit above the harbour of Ibiza Town.
World Heritage.
In 1999 UNESCO inscribed “Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture”. The listing combines natural and cultural heritage: the Posidonia seagrass meadows, the Ses Salines area, the Phoenician settlement of Sa Caleta, the Puig des Molins necropolis and the Dalt Vila fortified old town.
Dalt Vila is where Ibiza’s history and its nightlife meet — every spring the IMS closing event is held inside its walls.
In April 2026 the IMS Dalt Vila closing event took place there; IMS has confirmed that it returns to Ibiza in 2027, with dates still to be announced.
An evening in Dalt Vila.
- Arrive at golden hour and walk up through the walls to the cathedral viewpoint.
- Dine in the old town; reserve ahead in high season.
- Parking is limited, so use a chauffeur or be dropped at the entrance.
Plan it with us.
We can arrange a private dinner in the old town, a chauffeur and a reservation. Tell us your evening and we take care of the rest.
Frequently asked questions.
What is Dalt Vila?
The walled upper old town of Ibiza Town, with a cathedral and views over the harbour.
Is it UNESCO listed?
Yes. It is part of “Ibiza, Biodiversity and Culture”, inscribed in 1999.
Can I drive up?
Access is restricted; a chauffeur drop-off at the entrance is easiest.
Is the IMS event held there?
The IMS closing event is held in Dalt Vila; 2027 dates had not been announced.
Opening times and access change; check locally.
