Spain
Palma
Palma de Mallorca is a port city on the island of Mallorca, serving as the hub of the Balearic Islands. It's an ideal spot for a relaxed island getaway steeped in Mediterranean charm.
Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
- Gateway airport
- Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
- Best season
- Mar–Jun, Oct
- Time zone
- Europe/Madrid
- Sights covered
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Temples & religious sites
Palma Cathedral
This Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral stands on the waterfront of Palma, Mallorca, between the royal palace and the bishop's palace. Its 14-meter rose window is the second-largest surviving Gothic rose window, well worth a closer look.
Castles & palaces
Bellver Castle
A Gothic castle set on a hill 3 km west of downtown Palma de Mallorca. Its circular design is rare in Europe, and after serving as a royal residence and later a military prison, it is now one of the city's leading attractions.
Museums & galleries
Royal Palace of La Almudaina
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina stands opposite Palma Cathedral. Originally a fortress from the Arab era, it was extensively rebuilt in the early 14th century and is still used today as one of the official residences of the Spanish royal family.
Nature
Bay of Palma
A bay stretching south of Palma on the Spanish island of Mallorca, with a harbor and well-known beaches lining its northern shore. The Serra de na Burguesa range meets the sea here, making it a scenic stretch to explore on foot.
Museums & galleries
Fundació Miró Mallorca
An art museum in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, dedicated to the painter Joan Miró. Visitors can see some 6,000 donated works, including paintings and sculptures, as well as his former studio and a sculpture garden.
Nature
Isla de sa Porrassa
A small island off the coast of Magaluf, a town on the Spanish island of Mallorca. Sitting right offshore, it blends naturally into the view of the town's coastline.
Zoos & aquariums
Palma Aquarium
Opened in 2007, this large aquarium showcases over 700 species of marine life from the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. It boasts Europe's deepest shark tank and its largest coral collection, making for a rich visitor experience.
Views & landmarks
Portopí Lighthouse
A lighthouse at the port of Palma, considered one of the oldest in the world. Designated a historic monument, it makes a worthwhile stop along a walk through the harbor.
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