The 10 Best Things to do in Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands

July 7, 2021 Timmy Ribble

Palma, the economic and cultural hub of Majorca, is a delightful base for exploring the island's many gold and white beaches. A former Moorish casbah, or walled city, Palma's Old Town is an appealing maze of narrow streets that are a delight to explore on foot. Hop on the Soller Railway for a 17-mile scenic trip, visit 14th-century Bellver Castle and the museum of contemporary art, and check out the nightlife.
Restaurants in Palma de Mallorca

1. Castell de Bellver

Camilo Jose Cela, 07014 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 73 50 65 [email protected] http://castelldebellver.palmademallorca.es/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 4,567 reviews

Castell de Bellver

This large, 14th century castle overlooking the town of Palma now houses a museum.

Reviewed By Ametjs - Palma de Mallorca, Spain

History, Wonderful Green wood, Amazing view on Palma bay and town, Incredible Good energy❤ ????...MiaMallorca????

2. Passeig des Born

Plaza de Juan Carlos I, 07012 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 917990394 http://vivirlosparques.blob.core.windows.net/vlp-parques-palmamallorcaborne/index.html?nav=inicio
Excellent
48%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
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4.5 based on 2,346 reviews

Passeig des Born

A wide, tree-lined avenue full of bars, pubs and cafes: a good place to start your evening.

Reviewed By KestutisK28 - Peterborough, United Kingdom

Nice street before Christmas time, a lot of people , amazing shops, bars,atractions near Palma cathedral

3. Catedral de Mallorca

Placa la Seu s/n, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 71 31 33 [email protected] http://www.catedraldemallorca.org
Excellent
68%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 15,453 reviews

Catedral de Mallorca

Palma's Gothic Cathedral.

Reviewed By postman1311 - Douglas, United Kingdom

This is one impressive building and well worth the 8 Euros entry lovely ornate windows Rose window in particular and very impressive look about the whole thing on exit walk around the walls and enter the maze of little streets and bars all around the old town

4. Sa Llotja

Placa de la Catedral, 07012 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 71 17 05 http://www.palma.cat/portal/PALMA/contenedor1.jsp?seccion=s_floc_d4_v1.jsp&contenido=319&tipo=1&nivel=1400&codResi=1&language=en
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 694 reviews

Sa Llotja

Mercantile exchange established in the Middle Ages.

Reviewed By johnhp702 - Derby, United Kingdom

Built between 1426 and 1447 as the seat of the Merchants guild the internal spiraling pillars are amazing, it is now used for the occasional exhibition.

5. Mercat de l'Olivar

Placa Olivar 4, 07002 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 676 45 43 82 http://www.mercatolivar.com/?lang=ca
Excellent
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4.5 based on 879 reviews

Mercat de l'Olivar

Reviewed By sharonhC888WR - Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom

We were having a wander around palma and stumbled upon this market. Fantastic, great little bars offering delicious tapas surrounded by stalls selling fresh produce. The place had a brilliant buzz to it. Do something different, visit a market

6. Calo Des Moro

Carrer des Calo des Moro, 07650 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain http://www.mallorca-beaches.com/calo_des_moro_beach.htm
Excellent
66%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 864 reviews

Calo Des Moro

Reviewed By nixstix143

Absolutely gorgeous beach. You will find numerous reviews on how to get there. It does involve a walk, and then a mountainous walk (not very long). The path down is steep and requires some consideration and careful walking, but it is worth it. Watch the tides if you want to lie on the sand. If high tide you will be sitting on rocks which aren't particularly comfortable. It gets busy too. A popular spot, well worth the trouble of getting to. We read a few reviews about it being a nudist spot. Not when we were there.

7. Platja de Palma

Carretera de l'Arenal, 07610 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain http://www.facebook.com/pg/mallorcard.mallorca.card
Excellent
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4.0 based on 569 reviews

Platja de Palma

A beautiful stretch of beach framed by posh five star hotels.

Reviewed By swimsue

This is a lovely beach the sand is soft the sea is a lovely place to swim. A lovely promenade to walk for miles

8. Tren De Soller

Excellent
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4.0 based on 6,611 reviews

Tren De Soller

Enjoy the best excursion in Mallorca with El Tren de Sóller. The most fantastic scenery, the most authentic Mallorca, enjoying the natural and cultural heritage traveling aboard a centenary train, a unique tram

9. Palau de l'Almudaina

Calle Palau Reial s/n, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 21 41 34 http://www.patrimonionacional.es/real-sitio/palacios/6254
Excellent
35%
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 1,096 reviews

Palau de l'Almudaina

A royal palace has stood on this site since soon after the Arab conquest.

Reviewed By Aqua_Uomo - Toronto, Canada

I visited Palma at the end of February and between being a weekend, Carnival, crazy hours or simply not available many attractions were closed. This one was not closed and it has good long hours regardless of the day of the week or the season. For me, based on availability and content, this was the best the see in Palma. Other places, like the Cathedral is has short hours allowed for visiting or others like the Arab Baths are overrated. Make this your priority, it makes sense, it is beautiful inside-out!

10. Palma Aquarium

Calle Manuela de los Herreros I 21, 07610 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 902 70 29 02 [email protected] http://www.palmaaquarium.com/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 5,997 reviews

Palma Aquarium

Uncover the many secrets hidden in the seas and oceans. Set sail on an adventure you will never forget across the Mediterranean to the tropical seas. Explore the Jungle and enjoy the sunshine in our gardens while the children play on the pirate's ship or cool off in the water fountain. Marvel at the immensity of the Big Blue, the deepest shark tank in Europe. Visit Palma Aquarium and go with the flow!

Reviewed By kongbunnie - Blackpool, United Kingdom

One of the best aquariums I’ve ever visited. Big with lots to see, a beautiful outdoor area and many opportunities available at extra cost to snorkel with rays, go on the shark boat etc. Lovely outside area to have lunch and explore, definitely worth spending a morning here!

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