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Where to park
Where to leave the car
In summer (15 Jun – 15 Sept) car access is restricted: use the shuttle bus from Port de Pollença (€3, every 15 min) or a taxi. Out of season, tarmac car park (€7 a day).
Beach · Pollença · Mallorca
Playa de Formentor
Pines, sand and the legendary Hotel Formentor
A perfect curve of white sand held by pine trees, on the Formentor peninsula. Views over Cap de Formentor and translucent water. One of the classic Mallorca postcards.
- Type
- Sandy beach
- Length
- 800 m
- Sand
- Fine white sand · pines to the water's edge
- Water
- Turquoise · 23 °C in summer
GPS · 39.9403° N, 3.1281° E
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When to arrive
Best time to visit
With the shuttle running, catch the first bus at 9 am from Port de Pollença. Mid-afternoon gives the best light at the Es Colomer mirador on the way to the lighthouse.
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Nature4 hCaves of Drach with live classical music concert
4.5(2,874 reviews)
Descend into one of Europe's most breathtaking cave systems and cross an underground lake while a string quartet plays Chopin from a lantern-lit boat. Air-conditioned coach pick-up from most resorts on the island.
From
£32per person
- Hotel pick-up from Palma, Alcúdia and the east coast
- Boat ride across the underground Lake Martel
- Live 20-minute classical concert included
Nature8 hSerra de Tramuntana, Valldemossa and the vintage Sóller train
4.6(1,943 reviews)
A full day in the UNESCO-listed Tramuntana range: Valldemossa's monastery, the Sóller Valley by 1912 wooden train and the port on a historic tram. Includes a boat trip along the northern cliffs.
From
£48per person
- 1912 wooden train from Palma to Sóller
- Historic tram to Port de Sóller
- Boat trip along the Tramuntana cliffs
- Free time in Valldemossa
Boat & beach5 hWest-coast catamaran cruise with snorkelling stops
4.7(1,521 reviews)
Sail out from Palma along the west coast, drop anchor in two turquoise coves and jump in with mask and snorkel. Includes lunch, unlimited soft drinks, beer, wine and sangria.
From
£56per person
- Two swim and snorkel stops in wild coves
- Buffet lunch, beer, wine and sangria on board
- Small group (max 40 passengers)
Culture2 hPalma by Segway: cathedral and old town
4.8(987 reviews)
Glide past La Seu cathedral, the Almudaina Palace, the Arab Baths and the seafront promenade with a local guide. All the icons of Palma without wearing out your feet.
From
£30per person
- 10-min instruction session before the tour
- Local English-speaking guide
- Small groups (max 8 people)
Adventure7 hEast-coast 4x4 tour with a swim at Cala Varques
4.7(612 reviews)
Ride the pine-forest tracks of the east coast in an open 4x4, stopping at hidden coves such as Cala Varques and Cala Magraner. Includes lunch at a rural finca.
From
£76per person
- Open 4x4 with an English-speaking driver
- Three off-road cove stops with swim time
- Lunch at a traditional finca
Food & wine6 hCaves of Hams and Porto Cristo with lunch
4.4(743 reviews)
The Hams caves have shorter queues than Drach but the same natural drama. Continue to Porto Cristo for a seaside lunch of fresh Mallorcan fish and a stroll around the harbour.
From
£42per person
- Guided visit to the Hams cave system
- Free time in Porto Cristo
- Traditional Mallorcan lunch included
Boat & beach3 hSunset sailing from Palma with tapas and cava
4.9(486 reviews)
Board a classic 45 ft sailing yacht and drift along the bay of Palma as the cathedral turns pink. Tapas board and a glass of cava per person included; extra drinks at cost.
From
£65per person
- Classic sailing yacht (max 12 guests)
- Tapas board and cava on board
- Cathedral views at golden hour
Food & wine5 hBinissalem wine tasting with vineyard lunch
4.7(322 reviews)
Head inland to the Binissalem wine country, visit two family-run bodegas and taste four DO wines with a farmhouse lunch built around Mallorcan sobrasada, ensaimada and local cheese.
From
£58per person
- Two DO Binissalem winery visits
- Four wines paired with lunch
- Round-trip transport from Palma
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How you get there
Getting there
Official shuttle bus from Port de Pollença (high season). Boat from Alcúdia and Port de Pollença (30 min).
What you'll find
Services
- Beach club restaurant at the Royal Hideaway Formentor
- Sunbed, parasol and kayak hire
- Showers and toilets
- Lifeguard Jun–Sept
- Plenty of natural shade under the pines
Local tips
What we wish we'd been told
- 01Combine with the Faro de Formentor (20 min further north)
- 02Es Colomer mirador for the obligatory photo along the way
- 03Free shady spots under the pines if you arrive early
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