Mallorca
Spain · Balearic Islands · 13 m
Description
Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands and one of the Mediterranean's most diverse travel destinations. The island is renowned for its turquoise calas, long sandy beaches, the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana, and picturesque towns such as Valldemossa, Deià, and Sóller. Palma, with its magnificent Gothic cathedral, forms the island's cultural and historic heart. Mallorca combines Mediterranean scenery, traditional villages, rich cultural heritage, and outstanding cuisine with a wide range of leisure and outdoor activities. Thanks to its diverse landscapes and excellent accessibility, the island remains one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 4 to 14 days (optimal 7 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: July – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Palma Cathedral (La Seu)
- Serra de Tramuntana (UNESCO)
- Cap de Formentor
- Palma Old Town
- Bellver Castle
- Valldemossa
- Deià
- Sóller
- Port de Sóller and Vintage Tram
- Historic Sóller Railway
- Sa Calobra
- Torrent de Pareis
- Coves del Drac (Dragon Caves)
- Cuevas dels Hams
- Es Trenc Beach
- Cala Mondragó
- Cala Agulla
- Cala Mesquida
- Cala Varques
- Cala Llombards
- Caló des Moro
- Mondragó Natural Park
- Boat trips to hidden coves
- Formentor Beach
- Alcúdia Old Town
- Pollença Old Town
- Cape Formentor Lighthouse
- Lluc Monastery
- Palma Aquarium
- Marineland Mallorca
- S'Arenal nightlife
- Mallorcan cuisine
- Ensaimada
- Mallorcan wineries
Getting there
- Airports:
- PMI
- Train stations:
- Plaça d'Espanya, Palma, Jacint Verdaguer
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry