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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

Palma
Gateway airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Best season
Mar–Jun, Oct
Time zone
Europe/Madrid
Sights covered
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Palma Cathedral

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.

Bellver Castle

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.

Royal Palace of La Almudaina

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.

Bay of Palma

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.

Fundació Miró Mallorca

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.

Isla de sa Porrassa

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.

Palma Aquarium

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.

Portopí Lighthouse

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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Average temperature by month

5-year average

11° Jan
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14° Mar
16° Apr
20° May
24° Jun
28° Jul
27° Aug
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