Palma — Mallorca

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Palma

The Mediterranean capital, on foot

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Island

Mallorca

Things to do

11

Categories

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Duration ideal

1 day

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The eight best-reviewed excursions in Mallorca

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Caves of Drach with live classical music concertNature4 h

Caves 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.

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£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
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Serra de Tramuntana, Valldemossa and the vintage Sóller trainNature8 h

Serra 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.

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£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
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West-coast catamaran cruise with snorkelling stopsBoat & beach5 h

West-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.

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£56per person
  • Two swim and snorkel stops in wild coves
  • Buffet lunch, beer, wine and sangria on board
  • Small group (max 40 passengers)
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Palma by Segway: cathedral and old townCulture2 h

Palma 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.

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£30per person
  • 10-min instruction session before the tour
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Small groups (max 8 people)
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East-coast 4x4 tour with a swim at Cala VarquesAdventure7 h

East-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.

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£76per person
  • Open 4x4 with an English-speaking driver
  • Three off-road cove stops with swim time
  • Lunch at a traditional finca
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Caves of Hams and Porto Cristo with lunchFood & wine6 h

Caves 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.

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£42per person
  • Guided visit to the Hams cave system
  • Free time in Porto Cristo
  • Traditional Mallorcan lunch included
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Sunset sailing from Palma with tapas and cavaBoat & beach3 h

Sunset 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.

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£65per person
  • Classic sailing yacht (max 12 guests)
  • Tapas board and cava on board
  • Cathedral views at golden hour
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Binissalem wine tasting with vineyard lunchFood & wine5 h

Binissalem 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.

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£58per person
  • Two DO Binissalem winery visits
  • Four wines paired with lunch
  • Round-trip transport from Palma
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Local guide

Only-a-local know-how

Empieza el day en un café de la calle Sant Feliu, entra a la Seu antes de las 11h (menos cola) y termina con vermut en Santa Catalina. Los locales cenan tarde: reserva a partir de las 21h.

Getting there

Aeropuerto PMI a 15 min · bus 1 al centro (5€) · trenes a Sóller e Inca

Parking

Parkings Vía Roma o Parc de la Mar (2–3€/h). Casco viejo casi peatonal

Best time to go

Mayo–junio y septiembre. En verano visita monumentos antes de las 11h

What to do

See, eat, beach and excursions

Ver
  • La Seu cathedral
  • Almudaina Palace
  • Arab Baths
Comer
  • Adrián Quetglas
  • Ola del Mar (Portitxol)
  • Bar Bosch — vermouth
Playa
  • Cala Major
  • Portixol urban beach
Excursiones
  • Old town walking tour
  • Cycle around the bay
  • Sunset cruise

Mini itinerary

A perfect day in Palma

  1. 09:00

    Start early

    La Seu cathedral sin agobios de gente. Café en la plaza principal antes o después.

  2. 14:00

    Local lunch

    Adrián Quetglas. Sobremesa sin prisa — en las islas se come tarde.

  3. 16:30

    Afternoon at sea

    Cala Major. Lleva sombra propia si es cala virgen.

  4. 19:30

    At sunset

    Old town walking tour. En Baleares los ocasos duran.

Nearby

Nearby highlights

Where to sleep

Accommodation in Palma

Can Bordoy
Boutique

Can Bordoy

Palma old town

24-room 16th-century palace hidden behind an unmarked door in La Lonja. Secret garden and rooftop.

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