Things to do in Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands: The Best Sights & Landmarks

March 4, 2022 Phylicia Berquist

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/
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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. Puig d'Alaro

07340 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Puig d'Alaro

A scenic mountain crowned by a beautiful 13th century monastery.

3. 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
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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

4. 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
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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

5. 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
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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.

6. Santa Eulalia

Calle de Santa Eulalia 7, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 71 57 17 http://www.restaurantesantaeulalia.com/
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4.5 based on 301 reviews

Santa Eulalia

Reviewed By missmittens

this is palma's oldest church and has the most amazing stained glass windows. there are relics of saints. it's very special.

7. Edifici Casasayas

Placa del Mercat, Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain
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4.5 based on 145 reviews

Edifici Casasayas

Reviewed By Hotel_III - Palma de Mallorca, Spain

These two buildings were designed simultaneously in 1908 and 1909, and are separated by a narrow street. The buildings have matching façades strongly influenced by Modernist and Art Nouveau styles. The famous Catalan architect Gaudí’s influence is also strongly evident in the parabolic window and doorway arches, as well as the undulating style of the building.

8. Fundacio La Caixa

Plaza General Weyler 3, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 17 85 00 http://www.mallorcawebsite.com/balearik/lacaixa.htm
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4.5 based on 331 reviews

Fundacio La Caixa

9. Basilica de Sant Francesc

Plaza Sant Francesc 7, 07001 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 71 26 95 [email protected] http://www.spiritualmallorca.com
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4.5 based on 472 reviews

Basilica de Sant Francesc

The San Francisco de Palma church is a good example of Gothic architecture. It was built between the 13th and 14th centuries and holds the tomb of Ramón Llull. On the other hand, the façade was rebuilt in Baroque style throughout the 17th century. The most important element is the Gothic cloister, which is unique in the Kingdom of Aragon.

Reviewed By 410steveg - Long Crendon, United Kingdom

The Cathedral was closed on the day of our visit, so we followed the guidebooks instructions to this wonderful gothic church. Apart from a few Spanish worshippers, we were the only visitors. The cloisters are beautiful and the elaborate decorations in the main church are a sight to wonder at. What made our visit completely magical was the organ music wafting around played by an ancient organist who we could just catch glimpses of up in the organ loft. Was he rehearsing, practicing or entertaining the visitors we could not discover.

10. Iglesia La Porciuncula (la Iglesia de Cristal)

Avenida Fra Joan Llabres 1 El Arenal, 07600 Palma de Mallorca, Majorca Spain +34 971 26 00 02 http://www.spiritualmallorca.com
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4.5 based on 202 reviews

Iglesia La Porciuncula (la Iglesia de Cristal)

An oasis in Platja de Palma. A place where culture and nature meet, conveying the Franciscan spirituality. A monumental church

Reviewed By Fadipadi - Bowling Green, United States

Park in a large lot across the street and walk up the road which is a pretty steep grade to the entrance of the museum. (I wouldn’t want to push a wheelchair) Five euros to get in and you will be handed a plasticized paper describing highlights of the museum and the sanctuary. The museum focused on archeological finds, agrarian life, and development of the tourist industry. The sanctuary can be enjoyed but not understood- the lecture was only in Spanish. Outside we walked a littl in their forestal park which has an extensive zip line. You can spend as much or as little time as you care to.

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