Holiday in Palma de Mallorca
City in Spain — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇸
Country
Spain
Type
City
Best time to travel
April to October
Budget/day
130-220€: 4-star boutique hotel, restaurants in the old town, rental car
Getting there from Germany
Direct flight from all major German airports in 2-2.5 hours. Very good connections with numerous airlines.
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What makes Palma de Mallorca special as a destination?
Palma de Mallorca is the vibrant capital of the Balearic Island and combines Mediterranean flair with an impressive old town centered around the Gothic cathedral La Seu. The city offers top-notch restaurants, stylish boutiques, and a lively culinary scene along the Paseo Maritimo. In addition to the historic center with Arab baths and the Almudaina Palace, the modern harbor and nearby beaches like Playa de Palma attract visitors. For German tourists, Palma is the ideal starting point to combine culture, shopping, and beach holidays in Mallorca.
What are the top highlights in Palma de Mallorca?
The top highlights in Palma de Mallorca include Cathedral La Seu, Old Town and Arab Baths, Paseo Maritimo, Mercat de l'Olivar.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Cathedral La Seu
Gothic cathedral right by the sea with a stunning rose window and Gaudi elements inside
Old Town and Arab Baths
Winding alleys with courtyards, historic Banys Arabs, and charming tapas bars
Paseo Maritimo
Kilometer-long harbor promenade with restaurants, bars, and views of yachts and cruise ships
Mercat de l'Olivar
Authentic market hall with fresh fish, fruits, cheese, and Mallorcan specialties
Hotels in Palma de Mallorca
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Palma de Mallorca?
The best time to visit Palma de Mallorca is April to October. Hot and sunny, 28-34°C, little rain, ideal for beach and city strolls In winter: Mild, 10-16°C, occasional rain, perfect for sightseeing without heat
Recommended travel time
April to October
Summer
Hot and sunny, 28-34°C, little rain, ideal for beach and city strolls
Winter
Mild, 10-16°C, occasional rain, perfect for sightseeing without heat
How much does a holiday in Palma de Mallorca cost?
Budget travellers: 60-90€: Hostel or simple hotel, tapas and menú del día, city buses/day, mid-range: 130-220€: 4-star boutique hotel, restaurants in the old town, rental car/day, luxury: 350€+: 5-star hotel on Paseo Maritimo, fine dining, yacht excursions/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
60-90€: Hostel or simple hotel, tapas and menú del día, city buses
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
130-220€: 4-star boutique hotel, restaurants in the old town, rental car
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
350€+: 5-star hotel on Paseo Maritimo, fine dining, yacht excursions
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Palma de Mallorca?
Direct flight from all major German airports in 2-2.5 hours. Very good connections with numerous airlines.
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Palma de Mallorca?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visit the Cathedral La Seu early in the morning before the cruise tourists arrive
Avoid the city beach Can Pere Antoni and instead go to Illetes or Cala Major
Visit the Rastro flea market in the industrial area Son Fusteret on Sundays
Take the wooden train Tren de Sóller through the Serra de Tramuntana to Sóller
What should you eat in Palma de Mallorca?
Typical specialities in Palma de Mallorca: Pa amb oli — toasted bread with tomato paste, olive oil, and Serrano ham, the Mallorcan national dish, Ensaimada — airy yeast pastry in spiral form, plain or filled with pumpkin jam, Tumbet — layered vegetable casserole with potatoes, eggplants, peppers, and tomato sauce, Frito mallorquín — hearty pan with offal, potatoes, peppers, and fennel.
These specialties you must try!
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