9 places, 5 of them free and 3 tours and activities. A Gothic cathedral, buzzing old town and Mallorca’s best beaches within reach.
Old town
A huge Gothic cathedral on the seafront, with a giant rose window and a Gaudí-designed canopy.
Monday–Saturday, roughly 10:00–17:30
Bellver
A rare circular Gothic castle in pine woods above the bay, with panoramic views.
Tuesday–Sunday, roughly 10:00–19:00
Old town
Sunny plazas, hidden courtyards and small shops in the lanes behind the cathedral.
Open-air; shops keep their own hours
Centro
The city’s main food market, with fresh fish, local produce and a lively tapas scene.
Monday–Saturday mornings to mid-afternoon
Sóller (30 km)
A vintage wooden train through the mountains to a pretty town, then a tram to the port.
Trains run several times daily; check seasonal timetable
Ses Salines (45 km)
A long, wild stretch of white sand and shallow turquoise water in the south.
Open access; some facilities in season
Formentor (65 km)
A twisty mountain road to a lighthouse at Mallorca’s rocky northern tip.
Road open daily; some limits in peak season
Old town
A contemporary art museum inside the old city walls, with a rooftop terrace and sea views.
Tuesday–Sunday, roughly 10:00–20:00
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