Cultural weekend in Mahón: Museum of Menorca and accommodation at Royal Life Apartments

If you want to plan a cultural weekend in Mahón, the Museum of Menorca (Museu de Menorca) is an essential visit. Here you can explore the history of the island, from prehistory to the present day, inside a building of great architectural value.
And to complete the experience, there is nothing better than staying in tourist apartments in Mahón, well located and comfortable, such as Royal Life Apartments, from where you can easily reach both the museum and the city centre.


In this article you’ll find out what makes the Museum of Menorca so special, how its cultural programme works and why Royal Life is the perfect base for your getaway.

A museum in a historic building: the former convent of Sant Francesc


The Museum of Menorca is the island’s main museum and is housed in the former Franciscan convent of Jesus / Sant Francesc, one of Mahón’s most emblematic buildings.


This architectural complex stands out for:

- Its square Baroque cloister, around which the building is organised.

- The former convent spaces, now converted into exhibition rooms.

- The combination of Baroque and Classicist elements, the result of different construction phases between the 17th and 18th centuries.



The result is a space where architecture and history go hand in hand: as you walk through the rooms, you’re not only looking at archaeological and artistic pieces, but also enjoying a building of great heritage value.


After a major refurbishment, the museum completely renewed its permanent exhibition and reopened to the public in 2018, offering a modern and educational journey through the history of Menorca.

What to see at the Museum of Menorca


The Museum of Menorca is ideal to dedicate a few hours to during your stay in Mahón. Its main highlights include:

Permanent exhibition:

- Talayotic archaeology and prehistoric remains.

- Roman and medieval pieces.

- Art collections and objects related to the island’s social and cultural history.

Temporary exhibitions:
The museum hosts thematic exhibitions that change throughout the year, many of them focused on culture, music, contemporary art or specific aspects of Menorcan heritage.



Family-friendly spaces:
It offers educational resources and activities designed so that children can learn while having fun, making it a highly recommended visit if you are travelling with the family.

Cultural programme: much more than a museum


One of the strong points of the Museum of Menorca is that it does not limit itself to showing a permanent collection: throughout the year it organises a very active programme of cultural activities, which may include:

- Guided and commented visits

- Family and educational workshops

- Talks and themed lectures

- Concerts, recitals and musical activities

- Presentations, special cycles and collaborations with other cultural projects on the island


Before your trip, it’s a great idea to check the updated events calendar on the museum’s official website to see which activities coincide with the dates of your stay.

Staying in Mahón to enjoy the Museum of Menorca


If your idea is to plan a cultural weekend in Mahón, staying in the city will allow you to:


- Reach the museum and the historic centre easily.

- Combine your cultural visit with walks around the port, shopping and local gastronomy.

- Forget about using the car and move around on foot or with very short journeys.


In this context, Royal Life Apartments is a particularly attractive accommodation option:

- Spacious, comfortable apartments, with a fully equipped kitchen and spaces designed for weekend breaks or longer holidays.

- Strategic location in Mahón, with good access to the city centre, the port and other points of interest.

- Common areas that invite you to relax after a day of cultural visits.


This way you can combine the peace and quiet of your apartment with the cultural richness of the Museum of Menorca and the rest of the city.

Suggested cultural weekend including the Museum of Menorca


Saturday: history and culture at the museum

- Arrival at Royal Life Apartments and check-in.

- First walk through the centre of Mahón to get your bearings and discover its streets and squares.

- Visit to the Museum of Menorca, exploring the permanent exhibition and, if available, a temporary exhibition.

- Possibility of joining a scheduled activity: workshop, guided tour, talk or concert, depending on the programme at that time.

- Dinner in the centre or in the port area, enjoying Menorcan cuisine.

- Sunday: Mahón and its surroundings before heading home

- Relaxed breakfast in the apartment or in a nearby café.

- Walk along the Port of Mahón and the city viewpoints.

- Last cultural visit or some shopping before leaving.

- Check-out at Royal Life and end of the cultural weekend.