Anticipation is growing to witness the 21st-century solar eclipse on the west coast of Ibiza as the much-talked-about date of August 12, 2026, approaches. The coastline of Sant Antoni de Portmany is the perfect vantage point—given the sun’s position—to witness the spectacular sunsets the sun offers every day of the year from any point along this coast, which faces the island of Conejera and the coast of Alicante on clear, sunny days.
Bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues located in this vast area – which stretches for tens of kilometers through the municipalities of Sant Josep and Sant Antoni – are preparing to make a killing in a single day, watching the sun through special, approved sunglasses to witness a moment that only happens once every 300 years. And all of this will take place outdoors, with the incomparable, crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea horizon as a backdrop.
For this reason, a large crowd is expected – arriving by car, boat, yacht, luxury houseboats, and even surfboards – to witness this wonder that the universe offers for a few seconds on the horizon where the sea meets the sky. Balconies, sea-view terraces, and front-row tables at restaurants, bars, and all kinds of upscale venues are available for rent; these establishments have already almost completely filled their public and private spaces at incredible prices.
There are several prime spots along the coast of San Antonio from which to enjoy the best view of this astronomical phenomenon. The Ses Variades area in San Antonio is the most popular place to watch the sunset at any time of year, thanks to its location, its excellent facilities, its lively terraces, and a unique party atmosphere with electronic music, performances, entertainment, excellent cuisine, and the influx of thousands of tourists and residents seeking a unique experience as the sun sets.
Iconic locations
Iconic spots like Café del Mar, Café Mambo, Savanah, Mint, Space Eat and Dance, Al Andalus, Monkey, Budha Bar and Kasbah, among others – all located on the boardwalk – offer unparalleled vantage points from which you can watch the eclipse while enjoying a drink, an ice cream, or an early dinner. Demand for tables and seats has driven the price to watch the astronomical phenomenon up to 500 and 1,000 euros per person—not including the eclipse glasses—thus dashing the August dreams of tourists eager for a nature experience in its purest state.
Another place to experience the total eclipse of summer 2026 under the sun and moon, outdoors and right on the beach, is the Feels Like Eclipse Festival, which will be held at the public beach of Sl’Arenal in San Antonio Bay, where you can dance barefoot on the sand, dip your feet in the sea to the beat of electronic music and enjoy a panoramic view of boats, yachts, and marine leisure activities. It will be like celebrating in an open-air nightclub for an entrance fee of €45 – a price set by the private company that obtained the license from the Sant Antoni de Portmany City Council, despite protests from some local residents and the ‘Save Portmany Bay’ Association.
The promotional material describes this dazzling festival as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness a symphony of landscapes and music at the world’s most iconic destination, with renowned DJs like Jamie Jones, Franky Rizardo, Míguenle & Tons, Adrian and Alex O. According to the event’s lineup, which will begin in the afternoon and reach its climax at 8:57 PM – the moment when the most spectacular sunset of the century will plunge the night into darkness as it has not been seen since the total eclipse of August 30, 1905.
