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Palma de Mallorca

Balearic Islands 33m⚡ Easy
Best Time
May to October
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
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About Palma de Mallorca

Palma de Mallorca is the capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca, located in the western Mediterranean. It is a stunning resort city dominated by the massive 14th-century Santa María Cathedral (La Seu) and features a labyrinthine historic center.

💡Why Visit?

Admire the Gothic architecture of La Seu cathedral, relax on pristine sandy beaches, and ride the historic wooden train to Sóller.

Best For
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Languages
SpanishCatalanEnglish
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Quick Facts

RegionBalearic Islands
CountrySpain
Altitude33m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget Stay€40.00*/night
Budget Food€25.00*/day
PermitNot Required
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💎 Hidden Gems Nearby

Church
Catedral-Basílica de Santa María de Mallorca
4.765,321 reviews· 0.3 km
Castle
Castillo de Bellver
4.526,197 reviews· 2.7 km
Aquarium
Palma Aquàrium
4.432,100 reviews· 8 km
Place of worship
Sanctuary of Sant Salvador
4.78,001 reviews· 47.7 km
Train Sóller Station (Palma de Mallorca)
4.412,656 reviews· 0.8 km
Cala Major
4.412,439 reviews· 4.2 km
Tourist attraction
Royal Palace of La Almudaina
4.57,439 reviews· 0.4 km

Ratings & reviews from Google Maps

Activities

Palma Cathedral (La Seu) Admission

Includes skip-the-line and entry to sacred art museum

Time

1.5 hours

Cost

€9.00*

Effort

Easy

Bellver Castle (Castell de Bellver)

Rare circular Gothic castle; free on Sundays

Time

1.5 hours

Cost

€4.00*

Effort

Easy

Historic Train to Sóller

Vintage wooden train ride through the mountains

Time

1 hour

Cost

€18.00*–€25.00*

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec

Jun · Partly Cloudy

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 23°C annually. Best visited during Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌥️Partly Cloudy
🌡️
Temperature20° – 29°C
💧
Rainfall29mm
✅Good
✅Good — warm and pleasant
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

When to Visit

💸Best Value
MarAprMayOct
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
JulAugSep
Crowds High Prices High

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
NovDecJanFeb
Crowds Low Prices Low

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
8 km · 15 minutes by EMT bus A1 (€5) or taxi (€20)
Nearest Railway Station
Palma Intermodal Station (Plaza de España)
1.5 km · 15 minutes walk
Nearest Bus Stand
Palma Port Ferry Terminal
4 km · 15 minutes by bus Line 1 or cab

Best explored by rental car via Ma-19 and Ma-13 highways linking Palma to other island towns.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
€90.00* – €150*/day
Local Bus
Palma EMT buses run frequently within the city. Tib buses connect to rest of the island.
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
€40.00*/night
  • We Hostel Palma dorm
  • Guesthouse room in El Terreno
🏨 Premium
€130*/night
  • Hotel Almudaina
  • Hotel Misión de San Miguel
✨ Luxury
€350*/night
  • Castillo Hotel Son Vida
  • Hotel El Llorenç Parc de la Mar

Local Cuisine

⭐ Ensaimada (Sweet spiral pastry)street
⭐ Sopes Mallorquines (Thick vegetable and bread soup)local
⭐ Sobrassada (Cured pork sausage paste)street

Travel Tips

  • Palma is a fantastic base for exploring the Tramuntana mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Book the Sóller train combination ticket which includes both the train and tram to Port de Sóller.
  • Visit the cathedral in the morning to witness the sun casting a spectacular rose window reflection on the interior walls.
Things to carry
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