Palma de Mallorca
Turquoise coves and old-town tapas. One way from €39.
Why visit Palma de Mallorca?
Mallorca's capital pairs a Gothic cathedral with beaches a short bus ride away. Spend mornings at Cala Major, afternoons in the Santa Catalina market and evenings on a rooftop overlooking the bay.
Don't miss
- La Seu Cathedral
- Bellver Castle
- Serra de Tramuntana day trip
- Es Trenc beach
Where to stay
Read before you go
Mallorca's food and wine: from ensaïmadas to island reds
Beyond the beaches, Mallorca has a rich food culture. Discover pastries, sausages, markets and wineries from a Palma base.
Seven beaches within an hour of Palma
From city sands to hidden coves. Rent a car at the airport and work your way around the bay.
Mallorca from the water: boat trips and snorkelling spots
Glass-bottom boats, sailing trips and calm coves full of fish: here's how to explore Mallorca's coast from the sea.
Mallorca's fishing harbours and where to eat seafood
Away from the big resorts, Mallorca still has working harbours where fishing boats unload and seafood comes straight to the table.
Where to stay in Palma: city quarters and seaside bases
Old-town courtyards, a foodie quarter, a fishing village by the sea or a beach resort: choosing where to stay in and around Palma.
Mallorca in winter: the coast without the crowds
Mallorca's quiet season brings mild days, almond blossom and empty coastal paths. Here's why a winter visit can be the island at its best.