Palma...
Palma...
Palma de Mallorca—usually called just Palma—is the capital of Mallorca and the largest city in Spain’s Balearic Islands.
It sits on the southwest coast of the island, facing the Mediterranean Sea, and is known for its mix of:
historic architecture
beaches and marina life
luxury hotels and shopping
lively food scene
easy access to the rest of Mallorca
It’s one of the most visited destinations in Spain for both short city breaks and longer summer holidays.
Main attractions
Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma(“La Seu”)
The city’s most famous landmark—a huge Gothic cathedral right by the sea. It dominates Palma’s skyline and is one of the most impressive churches in Spain.
Royal Palace of La Almudaina
A historic royal palace next to the cathedral, originally built as an Islamic fortress and later converted into a royal residence.
Food you should try
Local specialties include:
ensaïmada (sweet spiral pastry)
sobrasada (soft cured sausage)
tumbet (vegetable dish)
fresh seafood
tapas and local wines
Food is a major reason people love visiting Palma.
Tourism style
Palma suits:
couples
families
solo travelers
luxury travelers
cruise visitors
weekend city breaks
beach holidays with culture included
It’s less about “wild party tourism” (unless you stay in areas like Magaluf or El Arenal nearby) and more about stylish Mediterranean travel.
What Palma is like
Palma feels like a blend of:
old Spanish city charm
relaxed island lifestyle
upscale Mediterranean resort atmosphere
You’ll find:
Gothic cathedrals next to luxury yachts
narrow medieval streets opening into sunny plazas
beach clubs near centuries-old palaces
local bakeries beside designer boutiques
It’s much smaller and calmer than Barcelona, but still feels lively and cosmopolitan.
La Lonja de Palma
A beautiful Gothic building and symbol of Palma’s old maritime trading importance.
Passeig del Born
A stylish boulevard lined with cafés, shops, and elegant buildings—great for walking and people-watching.
Bellver Castle
A rare circular castle on a hill with panoramic views over the city and bay.
Best time to visit
Best months:
April–June and September–October
Warm weather, fewer crowds, and better hotel prices.
Peak season:
July–August
Hot, busy, expensive—but very lively.
Quick summary
Palma is basically:
a beautiful historic Mediterranean city where you can sightsee, eat well, and be on the beach the same day.
That’s why so many people return.
€63.50 AD/ €44
FOODIE WALKING TOUR OF THE OLD TOWN
Everything is included so you can simply relax and enjoy the experience:
All food tastings, including sweet and savoury Mallorcan specialities
One glass of local wine, perfectly paired with traditional flavours
Bottled water during the tour
Professional local guide specialised in Palma’s food and history
Small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants
Visit to Mercat de l’Olivar, Palma’s main local food market
Sweet ending with ice cream and ensaimada at a traditional local spot
City map as a souvenir of your Palma food tour
Discover the real taste of Palma de Mallorca on this relaxed foodie walking tour through the Old Town. This 3-hour Palma Food Tour combines local gastronomy, history and everyday life, taking you beyond the typical tourist routes and into the heart of the city’s culinary traditions.
Palma Food Tour: What to Expect
What do we do on this tour?
One of the best ways to truly understand Palma is through its food. On this foodie walking tour, we explore the Old Town at a relaxed pace, combining cultural insights with carefully selected tastings of traditional Mallorcan products.
We follow a thoughtfully designed route that avoids the busiest tourist streets, allowing you to discover authentic corners, local food spots and hidden gems. Along the way, your guide will explain how Mallorca’s history, traditions and local lifestyle have shaped its unique cuisine.
The itinerary may vary slightly depending on group size to ensure a personal and enjoyable experience, but the focus is always the same: real Palma, real flavours, and a genuine connection with the city.
During the tour, we stop at several iconic and lesser-known gastronomic spots, including:
Visit to the Santa Clara Convent to taste handmade cookies prepared by the nuns
Tasting traditional Mallorcan panadas and sobrasada
A tapas stop at a local venue (location may vary)
Sweet finale with almond ice cream and ensaimada at the legendary Can Joan de S’Aigo
To end the experience, we stop at the ancient olive tree in front of the Town Hall in Plaça de Cort — the perfect place for a group photo and a memorable finish to your food tour.
Childs prices 3-12
€ 45 (£40) AD /€24 CH VALLDEMOSSA, SON MARROIG AND SOLLER TOUR WITH TRAM RIDE
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Join us on a unique full day trip to the valley of Soller and Valldemossa.
This trip will take us first to Valldemossa, where you can stroll through the peaceful cobbled streets or relax and enjoy a coffee while you devour one of the local delicacies such as the 'coca de patatas' (small potato-based sponge cake) as at this time of the day we usually have the charming town to ourselves. You can join our guide for a relaxed walk around the streets or visit at your own pace the Carthusian Monastery and the famous composer Chopin's House (entrances are not included in the price).
After Valldemossa, we board the coach for a delightful sightseeing ride through the Sierra de Tramuntana mountain range which has been named world heritage site and is protected by UNESCO. We will pass the picturesque towns of Llucalcari and Deia. Have your camera ready, as our next stop is the pretty town of Soller.
The spectacular Valley of Soller is famous for its splendid orange and lemon groves, as well as its quaint, original tram ride, which is included in the price. Visiting these areas will allow you to discover the island's most natural beauty, making you fall in love with the precious landscapes you will be witnessing throughout the day.
We will arrive in Soller Valley at around 13:30. First we will visit the old village of Soller where you can take a pleasant walk to see the most important landmarks of the village such as the main square, Can Prunera Museum, Soller's modernist-style bank, the church of Soller and many more interesting places. If you like art, you can also have a look at the Picasso Ceramic Museum. We will be staying in Soller for about 90 minutes and there will be enough time for lunch (not included). In the town of Soller you will find a wide range of cafes and restaurants where you can eat anything from typical Mallorcan dishes, a menu of the day or just a quick bite.
You will also have time to relax in Soller as you enjoy an orange juice or an orange ice cream both a must in this valley famous for its delicious oranges.
At around 15:00 we will take the tram to go to Port of Soller, the tram ride takes about 25 minutes.
In the Port of Soller you will have about one hour free time so that you can stroll around and explore this charming natural port and, after visiting this place, our coach will take us back to the ship.
Childrens prices age 3-12
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This Valldemossa and Soller tour includes transport, guiding and the iconic tram ride for a smooth and enjoyable day.
Return transport by air-conditioned coach
English-speaking guide throughout the day
Scenic drive through the Tramuntana Mountains
Tram ride from Sóller to Port de Sóller
€ 53.10 /(£46.30)
5-HOUR CATAMARAN CRUISE
WITH LUNCH & SWIM
What a great price for this Catamara trip from Palma de Mallorca to the beach resorts of Portals Vells or Cala Vella, (depending on the wind conditions). Leaving the Port take pictures of the cruise ships and yachts of the rich and famous before heading to sail along the spectacular south coast, discovering the most beautiful coves on the south coast of Mallorca
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We drop anchor at Cala Vella or Portals Vells, jump in for a swim in the turquoise waters just a few meters from an idyllic beach. Top up your tan in the Mediterranean sun and soak up the ambience of your surroundings. Use the complimentary masks and look for the local marine life on a snorkeling adventure before continuing to your second stop where you can swim again at the next cover we stop at.
Once back on board ensure a delicious buffet meal of a selection of barbecue meats (chicken breast, skewers, and sausages), fresh salads and cake for dessert.Soft drinks and Mineral water are included during the whole trip and also wines from Mallorca and Sangria during the meal.
Choose from a morning departure at 10 AM or an afternoon departure at 3:30 PM and enjoy 5 hours of leisure.Available May to October
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Price includes pickup from The Port of Palma, at the boat dock in front of the Auditorium de Palma a walkable distance from Port.
Return transport is available from the Port please add 7 euros each way
Wines and sangria are available with the meal
Water, soft drinks, coffee and juice during the full excursion
Alcoholic drinks outside of mealtime (available to buy at the bar with card)
Lifevests available for adult and children....snorkel equipment requires a 10 euro refundable deposit
€54
CAVES OF DRACH TOUR WITH BOAT TRIP AND MUSIC CONCERT
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A visit to the Caves of Drach in Mallorca is a must, they are spectacular. Our tour to the Mallorca "dragon caves" begins at around 9:30 in the morning and finishes at approximately 14:15 in the afternoon, which means you still have time to catch some rays at the beach or to enjoy the rest of the day doing as you please, having already lived a once in a lifetime experience!
On this tour we have a local guide on the bus with you all who is very knowledgeable and will give you some information about the itinerary of the day, along with what to see and do in the caves... The guide will be organizing all the tickets, and everything you need for a smooth visit, for you. Along with the visit to the Cave, this actually has two parts: the visit to the Caves of Drach; and the opportunity to learn a little more about the famous pearls at the Majorca.
One of the main worries when visiting the Caves of Drach is if you will manage to get tickets or the long queues to get tickets for that same day. On our tour you don’t have to worry about this as we will have the tickets for the Caves prebooked. Once we arrive at the caves our tour guide will collect our entry tickets and pass them around to everyone on the coach, saving you queuing up. Then we will take you to the main entrance and all you must do is scan your ticket that we gave you.
Once you enter the caves you´ll be stunned by the beauty of the stalactites and stalagmites. You will be following a pathway viewing all the unusual sights of the cave, sights that you never imagined being hidden away underground. The pathway inside the Caves of Drach themselves is 900 meters long and as you follow through you will pass some of the most spectacular and nicest cave rooms.
This is the highlight of the tour: a live classical music concert that takes place inside the caves beside Lake Martel. This is one of the largest and most fascinating underground lakes in the world. The music paired with the scenery will be a moment you will cherish forever. The lake at the bottom of the cave and the concert from the boat will top off the whole experience perfectly.
You will then witness an extraordinary light spectacle which simulates the sunrise by Lake Martel, and to round off such a magical experience, you will have the chance to briefly go on the short boat trip inside the Caves of Drach on a small rowing boat.