Parc de la Mar
Until the 1960s the sea reached up to the city walls, providing the perfect reflection for the cathedral. When the building of a new road changed all that, an artificial lake was constructed to reproduce the effect.

© Palma City Sightseeing

© Palma City Sightseeing

© Palma City Sightseeing
Hop-on hop-off bus tour of Palma's major sites & attractions
Jump on one of Palma's tourist sightseeing buses for a whirlwind tour of Mallorca's capital city.
They operate from 10:00-18:00 and do a full loop every 80 minutes. The route, with 18 stops, goes via the cathedral, Plaça Major, Ramblas, Plaça d'Espanya, Parc de la Mar, Es Baluard, the sea promenade and marina, Porto Pí, Joan Miró Foundation, Bellver Castle, Pueblo Español and many other areas in the city.
Commentary via audio phone is available in English, Spanish, German, Italian, French, Chinese, Russian and Catalan.
24-hour tickets cost 21€ for adults, 10€ for children 8 to 15 years old and 10€ for over 65.
Until the 1960s the sea reached up to the city walls, providing the perfect reflection for the cathedral. When the building of a new road changed all that, an artificial lake was constructed to reproduce the effect.
This small museum of religious and historical antefacts is based in a wing of the former episcopal palace tucked behind the cathedral.
The glory of Palma - a magnificent Gothic cathedral whose sandstone walls and flying buttresses seem to rise out of the sea.
Billed as Mallorca's most important museum, this undoubtedly contains some fascinating exhibitsbut beware that it is difficult to get excited about bits of stone in glass cases if you do not understand the captions. The museum has recently been refurbished, so we are hoping it is now more tourist-friendly.
These 10th-century baths are virtually all that remain of the Arab city of Medina Mayurqa (now known as Palma).
A royal palace has stood on this site next to Palma's cathedral since the Muslim walis (governors) built their alcazar soon after the Arab conquest.
Marc Fosh Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca is a premier destination for contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. Situated within the stylish 17th-century Hotel Convent de la Missió in the old town, this Michelin-starred restaurant offers a modern and relaxed setting where gastronomy takes centre stage.
La Vermutería De Can Cera offers a refined taste of Mallorca in the heart of Palma’s old town. Nestled within the courtyard of the elegant Can Cera boutique hotel, the restaurant blends Mediterranean flavours with a stylish, art-filled setting.
Mar Blau, located within the elegant Valparaiso Palace and Spa Hotel, is a stylish Mediterranean restaurant offering a relaxed yet refined dining experience in the heart of Mallorca. With its striking double-height ceilings and bright, airy interior, the restaurant creates a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for both leisurely lunches and exquisite dinners.
De Tokio a Lima Restaurant in Palma de Mallorca offers a unique fusion dining experience where Mediterranean traditions meet the vibrant flavours of Japan and Peru. Situated within the boutique Can Alomar Hotel, this stylish restaurant combines sleek, modern interiors with warm, inviting touches. Dark walls and wood floors are softened by large floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the space with natural light and providing access to a terrace with sweeping views over Palma’s iconic Passeig del Born.
Located inside the Sant Francesc Hotel, in Palma's old town, this restaurant serves gastronomic Mediterranean cuisine in their chic dining room or lush garden.
La Despensa del Barón, located in the historic centre of Palma de Mallorca, offers a true taste of the island’s gastronomy. Situated within the charming Posada Terra Santa, this Mediterranean restaurant goes beyond simple dining, inviting guests to connect with the local history, traditions, and ingredients sourced just a few kilometres away.
Set sail on a private boat trip in Palma Bay, with full-day and half-day options available.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
Take a wonderful boat trip and enjoy all the activities of swimming, snorkelling and stand-up paddle boarding as the sunsets over the beautiful island of Mallorca.
Picture-perfect views from your vintage scooter
Relax aboard a luxury yacht as the sun sets over Mallorca’s coastline. Includes drinks, snacks, and snorkelling, with optional tapas and cava.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
The buses run regularly throughout the year (every 30 minutes in winter and every 20 minutes in summer) and you can buy your ticket on the buses (children under 8 go free). The total journey time is one hour and 20 minutes and your ticket is valid for 24 hours (or you can get a 48 hour ticket).
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