Ses Voltes, also called Carrer Josep Maria Quadrado, is an arcaded pedestrian street in Ciutadella’s old town. It begins at the cathedral square and runs past shops, cafés, restaurants and bakeries beneath its distinctive arches. Come for an easy stroll through the historic centre, browse for local crafts or stop for an ensaimada filled with chocolate or cream. The nearby narrow, cobbled lanes make it simple to add a wander through the old town to your visit.
The arches and old-town route
Ses Voltes is the familiar name for Carrer Josep Maria Quadrado, a central street in Ciutadella. Its name refers to the arches along the route. Starting at the cathedral square, it passes through the pedestrian centre, with shops, cafés, restaurants and bars beneath the arcades.
From here, continue into the old town’s narrow, cobbled streets. Small eateries and local shops line the lanes, and some boutiques sell artisan crafts and souvenirs.
A bakery stop
Bakeries along the street sell ensaimadas filled with chocolate or cream. Stop for one as you browse, or pick up sweets to take with you. The street is a practical place to combine a stroll with a café or restaurant stop.
Perguntas frequentes
Where does Ses Voltes Street start?
It starts at Ciutadella’s cathedral square and continues through the pedestrian centre.
What can you see and do on Ses Voltes Street?
Walk beneath its arches, browse shops and boutiques, or stop at a café, restaurant or bakery. The street also leads into the old town’s narrow lanes.
What should you try from a bakery on the street?
Look for ensaimadas filled with chocolate or cream.
