Must See~£10
Palma Cathedral (La Seu)
Old town
A huge Gothic cathedral on the seafront, with a giant rose window and a Gaudí-designed canopy.
- Suggested time: 1h 30m
- Booking recommended
Monday–Saturday, roughly 10:00–17:30
Things to do in Palma de Mallorca
9 places, 5 of them free. A Gothic cathedral, buzzing old town and Mallorca’s best beaches within reach.
Must See~£4
Bellver Castle
Bellver
A rare circular Gothic castle in pine woods above the bay, with panoramic views.
- Suggested time: 1h 30m
- No booking needed
Tuesday–Sunday, roughly 10:00–19:00
Hidden GemsFree
Old Town Wander
Old town
Sunny plazas, hidden courtyards and small shops in the lanes behind the cathedral.
- Suggested time: 2h 30m
- No booking needed
Open-air; shops keep their own hours
MarketsFree
Mercat de l’Olivar
Centro
The city’s main food market, with fresh fish, local produce and a lively tapas scene.
- Suggested time: 1 hr
- No booking needed
Monday–Saturday mornings to mid-afternoon
Day Trips~£25
Sóller Train and Tram
Sóller (30 km)
A vintage wooden train through the mountains to a pretty town, then a tram to the port.
- Suggested time: Full day
- Booking recommended
Trains run several times daily; check seasonal timetable
BeachesFree
Es Trenc Beach
Ses Salines (45 km)
A long, wild stretch of white sand and shallow turquoise water in the south.
- Suggested time: 4 hrs
- No booking needed
Open access; some facilities in season
Day TripsFree
Cap de Formentor
Formentor (65 km)
A twisty mountain road to a lighthouse at Mallorca’s rocky northern tip.
- Suggested time: Full day
- No booking needed
Road open daily; some limits in peak season
Museums~£8
Es Baluard Museum
Old town
A contemporary art museum inside the old city walls, with a rooftop terrace and sea views.
- Suggested time: 1h 30m
- No booking needed
Tuesday–Sunday, roughly 10:00–20:00
Food & DrinkFree
Passeig des Born and Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina
A leafy boulevard and a village-like district full of bars, brunch spots and restaurants.
- Suggested time: 2h 30m
- No booking needed
Bars typically open until late
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