Ten Shops in the Balearics to Bring Back the Best Souvenirs

There is no better way to remember a trip than through souvenirs, taking a piece of the place home to never forget the good times. So, during your trip to the Balearic Islands, don't forget to visit these shops to get the best products from the islands beyond typical magnets, keychains, and t-shirts.

Espadrilles are that timeless footwear that comes back every year with the warm weather to complete the most summery looks. La Alpargatería La Concepción, in the Jaume III neighborhood, has been crafting espadrilles artisanally since 1940 with fully personalized designs.

You can also find other items such as beach bags and stylish wicker baskets. In short, an iconic establishment that is a reference point in Palma when it comes to the manufacturing and distribution of Mallorcan, Menorcan, and Ibizan espadrilles and is also famous for hosting members of the Royal Family year after year.

This small shop next to the Santa Eulalia square specializes in local artisan products, from handbags made with colorful Mallorcan fabric, ceramics, and illustrations to gastronomic products like olive oil, honey, or herbs from Mallorca. A very typical gift is the siurells, small clay figures of ancestral origin molded and hand-painted with a whistle.

Awarded the Gold Award, La Pajarita is an iconic chocolate shop and delicatessen in Palma since 1872. The establishment maintains its original structure, reminiscent of an old grocery store. It is one of the most characteristic shops in the city center, with specialties like marzipan, nougat, over 60 types of chocolates, candied fruits, and panellets (Catalan almond sweets), among others.

The savory section of the shop has a wide selection of local cured meats, wines, and cheeses to delight even the most discerning palates. A curious fact: it was the first establishment to sell coffee and Möet Chandon in Mallorca and is also frequented by the Spanish royal family.

Located in the center of Palma next to Calle Colom, this small shop has a curated collection of local objects and souvenirs. The handmade palm baskets designed by island designers are in high demand, featuring interchangeable rope handles, known as "ansa x ansa." Their handmade knives and special knives for spreading sobrasada, classic Mallorcan babuchas, or unique ceramic pieces also stand out.

Taking a piece of the sea home is possible thanks to Naturalmente Mallorca. In their shop located in the heart of Palma next to the Town Hall, you can find unique nautical-inspired decorative objects, as well as accessories made from shells, conchs, and minerals.

The island of Menorca is particularly known for its beautiful landscapes, but its rich gastronomy is not far behind. And of course, cheese is the star product as demonstrated at Formatges Sa Roqueta, which seeks to recover the artisanal techniques to make authentic Menorcan cheese.

The cheese shop is located in the town of Ferreries, and in addition to buying and tasting their cheeses, they also offer cured meats, spices, jams, honey, oils, and wines made from local products.

Bags, wallets, jewelry... even artistic pieces like sculptures are all that Iñaki San Pedro offers in Ciudadela. All items are handcrafted in Menorca, from cutting to stamping, and the products combine Menorcan Mediterranean style with Asian and American touches.

The leathers are treated artisanally, and some bags and accessories are hand-painted by the artist Enrique Mestre-Jaime.

With the natural salt harvested in the Natural Reserve of the Ses Salines d'Eivissa Park, Sal de Ibiza products are made: from small jars of table salt to potato chips seasoned with it. Additionally, in their shops in Santa Eulalia and San José, we can also find other gastronomic products such as wines or chocolate, as well as fashion lines, interior design pieces, books about the history of the Balearics, or a range of natural perfumes and soaps with Ibiza scents.

In a traditional payesa house in Santa Gertrudis over 300 years old, Es Cucons captures the boho Ibiza essence. Here you can buy everything from the typical white outfit for a beach party to decorative pieces like vases or pots, as well as accessories like bags, swimsuits, costume jewelry, or typical island footwear.

Formentera is undoubtedly the most hippie island in the Balearic archipelago, and the Ishavara shop is a testament to that. Here, shoes, belts, bags, and all kinds of accessories have been crafted artisanally for 35 years. So renowned is this business located in Sant Francesc de Formentera that they even distribute their products to stores in New York and Los Angeles.