Family Activities in Mallorca
Discover the top Mallorca family activities
Mallorca is an island of fun for the whole family so, wherever you choose to stay, you’ll be sure to find a wide range of family-friendly activities for every age and ability.
Aquariums
Discover some of the remarkable animals that exist in the worlds’ oceans by visiting Palma Aquarium, based near the airport, which has more than 700 species of fish and sea creatures. Alternatively, there is Marineland next to Puerto Portals, which is a sea life centre with dolphin and sea lion shows.

Badminton
There are a number of indoor badminton courts located in the sports centres around the island. To avoid disappointment, it is probably best to book a court at your local sports centre rather than just turning up.

Basketball
With basketball being a popular sport amongst the Spanish, you will come across several outdoor courts within close proximity to wherever you are staying on the island. You will notice there are quite a few places you can just turn up to without booking.
Beach Activities
From jetskiing and flyboarding to pedal boats, banana boats and doughnuts, there are more than enough watersports to keep you and the family entertained in the summer months (April-October). You will also find volleyball nets on some of the larger beaches on the island, which are available for the general public to use. This is a great spontaneous activity for families looking to stretch their legs whilst taking a break from the sun loungers.
Birdwatching
Mallorca, like many other Mediterranean islands, is an ideal place to spot migrating birds between Europe and Africa. Spring and autumn are the best times for bird watching, ideal as the weather at this time is lovely for walking. The most vulnerable of the bird life in Mallorca are the Osprey and the Black Vulture, both of which live in the Tramuntana mountain range. The mountains are also home to Audouin’s Gull, Eleonora’s Falcon, Moustached Warbler and Marmora’s Warbler which are all quite rare. Find out more information and details about birdwatching in Mallorca.
Boat trips & sailing in Mallorca
There’s no better way to explore Mallorca’s captivating coastline than by boat! With numerous scheduled boat trips of varying lengths of time and at reasonable prices, taking a trip to the sea is highly recommended. Many of these trips include stops for swimming and snorkelling in the famous crystalline Mallorcan waters. Port de Palma, Puerto Pollença, Port d’Alcúdia, Port de Sóller and the resorts on the east coast are some of the marinas from which boat trips are frequently available. Whether you want to visit a different beach for the day or explore the coves and do some snorkelling, there is sure to be a boat trip to suit.
Boat Trips in Mallorca
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Luxury Chantella Yacht Trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
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Sunset boat trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Relax aboard a luxury yacht as the sun sets over Mallorca’s coastline. Includes drinks, snacks, and snorkelling, with optional tapas and cava.
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Sunset Boat Trip
Located in Port de Soller
Enjoy an evening cruise along the northwest Mallorcan coastline aboard one of a selection of 50ft vessels, as the mountains transform from pink to orange to red.
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Sunset boat trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
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.
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Romantic Sunset Dinner Boat Trip
This exclusive sailing tour for two is the perfect way to enjoy a romantic evening watching the sunset over the Mediterranean with the one you love.
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Luxury Tayarrah Yacht Trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the coast of Mallorca or Ibiza to any destination of your choosing.
Canoeing / Kayaking
Mallorca’s tranquil water and 300 days of sunshine make it the perfect destination for a spot of kayaking or canoeing. From complete beginners to experts, these are fun watersports that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Many beaches offer hourly rentals or, for those who want to get serious about it, there are a number of places on the island that offer courses and trips with certified guides. This is a great way to explore Mallorca’s turquoise waters, breathtaking cliffs, hidden caves, nooks and crannies. You might even get close and personal with some fish along the way too!
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Kayak Hire
Located in Santa Ponsa
Paddle around the south western coast of Mallorca on our kayaks, exploring at your own pace and enjoying the stunning scenery this beautiful coastline has to offer.
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Water Activities Challenge
Running from May to October, The Challenge is an exhilarating tour over land and sea for all ages and fitness levels. It is a fantastic adventure for the whole family with many exciting activities like snorkelling and kayaking.
Canyoning
The perfect adventure for active families whilst on holiday. Mallorca’s mountains, streams and rivers create the textbook natural obstacle course! With the supervision of a guide, you can plunge yourself into the mountain streams via a series of abseil descents, jumps and natural water slides. There are a number of adventure companies that offer guided descents down the local waterways, from short beginners’ routes to longer ones for the more experienced individuals.
A basic level of swimming ability is required for safety reasons and, whilst canyoning isn’t suitable for very young children, anyone over the age of about 8 can take the (very cold) plunge and try the sport. Different companies will have their own policies on age limits but usually, unless they are booked onto a children's activity course, anyone under the age of about 14 years old will have to be accompanied by an adult.
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Canyoning, Mallorca Island
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Enjoy an exhilarating day trekking and scrambling through gorges, waterfalls and jumping into giant rock pools.
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Canyoning, Mallorca
Mallorca has a great variety of canyons suitable from beginner level to advanced, with each of them offering a unique experience.
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Karakorum Adventure, Cala Ratjada
Located in Capdepera
Karakorum offer hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and canyoning throughout Mallorca.
Caving / Pot-holing
Mallorca is famous for its caves, so escape the sun for a few hours and take the family on a sea cave adventure with an experienced guide. You don't need to have done caving or potholing before because Mallorca’s vertical cave systems are a perfect introduction to the underground world of caving. Caving companies tend to offer these tours between April and October.
Childcare
No matter the age of your child, there’s a variety of trusted multilingual childcare services based on the island. Whether it’s a kids’ club, nursery facilities, babysitting or a nanny you are after, Mallorca has it. You can kick back and relax knowing your children are in safe hands whatever the time of year you visit.
Cinema
You can catch the latest films and releases in Mallorca on your holiday. Look out for VOS (Versión Original Subtitulada) or VOSE (Versión Original Subtitulada en Español) for the English speaking films. Well-known cinemas on the island include OCIMAX, IMAX, Multicines and CineCiutat.
Climbing in Mallorca
Guides & Tours in Mallorca
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Climbing & deep-water soloing
Located in Valldemossa
Whether you prefer classic rock climbing or the unique adrenaline rush of deep-water soloing, this is the island at its wildest and most exciting.
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Caving & sea caving
Located in Manacor
Choose between inland caving and sea caving - each offers a unique way to uncover the island’s secret subterranean world.
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Canyoning & dry canyoning
Located in Pollenca
Whether you prefer plunging into crystal-clear pools or climbing sun-drenched rock faces, there’s an adventure waiting in the island’s stunning Sierra de Tramuntana mountains.
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Via Ferrata
Located in Peguera
Climb coastal cliffs with expert guides for a thrilling yet accessible via ferrata adventure with sea views.
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Private Guided Climbing
Located in Valldemossa
Whether you want to learn the basics, learn to lead outside or just get out and about on some great climbs, Rock and Ride will find the right venue for you: sunny cliffs in winter and shady limestone in summer.
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Climbing, Mallorca Island
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Book a training course, supervised climb or family climb and enjoy some of the best crags mallorca has to offer
Coasteering
Coasteering is similar to canyoning, it involves climbing, jumping, abseiling and swimming, but this particular sport takes place along the coastline. It's great for those that like a bit of an adventure and want to try their hand at a number of different disciplines, as well as a good way to explore remote coastal areas and get that rush of adrenaline.
Whether you are a complete adrenaline junkie or just coming across this sport for the first time, adventure companies tailor the routes, whilst taking into consideration the ages and abilities of your members of the group. Everyone can give it a go!
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Coasteering
Located in Alcudia
Coasteering in Mallorca is the ultimate coastal adventure. Discover hidden coves, sea caves and dramatic cliffs as you scramble, swim and leap into the clear blue Mediterranean.
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Mon d'Aventura Activity Company
Located in Pollenca
Món d'Aventura is a Mallorcan company dedicated to active, imaginative and adventurous people of all ages who like outdoor pursuits and to discover adventure in Majorca.
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Coasteering, Mallorca
Located in Port d'Alcudia
A fantastic and fun way to explore the Mallorcan coastline with friends and family!
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Coasteering & Sea Caving Trip
Feel like a true adventurer with this adrenaline fueled activity.
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Coasteering
Located in Palma de Mallorca
An exhilarating rock and water activity suitable for families and adrenaline-junkies, a great way to explore the coastline of Mallorca.
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Mills & Honey Guides & Tours
Located in Palma de Mallorca
This cycling holiday company welcomes all types of cyclists from complete beginners to those who are advanced. Catering from one day private guiding to full package holidays.
Culture and guided tours in Mallorca
Discover the best that Mallorca's has to offer with an expert local guide. From learning about the historical city of Palma, the island's old market towns and legendary hiking trails, to experiencing its traditional food and drink. One could say that there's a lot to see in Mallorca.
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Es Revellar Art Resort Galleries, Campos
Located in Campos
The aim of this art installation is to bring art and nature together to be enjoyed in a tranquil complex set in an original 15th century Mallorcan country estate.
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Caves d'Arta, Arta
These caves near Arta, in the north-east of Mallorca, are a fascinating network of underground caverns whose weird stalactites and stalagmites conjure up mysterious images of Heaven and Hell. An early visitor was Jules Verne, the caves are said to have inspired his Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
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Can Lis, Portopetro
Jørn Utzon was a Danish architect who designed the iconic Sydney Opera House. He retired to Mallorca in the 1970's and built his house, Can Lis on the cliffs by Portopetro in the south east of Mallorca.
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La Granja, Esporles
This country house, just west of Esporles, is on a site known since Roman times for its natural spring. Since 1447 it has been a private house owned by various noble families; most of what you see today dates from the 17th century.
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Bodegas Son Puig
Located in Puigpunyent
Bodegas Son Puig is a small family-run winery producing wine from the Son Puig estate in the Puigpunyent valley, located within the Serra de Tramuntana in Mallorca. A limited series of wines are made from manually picked grapes grown exclusively onsite.
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Sa Torre Cega, Cala Ratjada
Located in Capdepera
The Bartolome March Foundation have opened this wonderful house to the public, visits are by reservation only and consist of a guided tour.
Cycling in Mallorca
The island offers a wide range of cycling options from flat rolling roads to mind-blowing mountain climbs, which means cyclists of all levels of ability can enjoy a day out exploring Mallorca by bike. With its diverse terrain and fantastic weather conditions, it’s no surprise Mallorca has become one of the most illustrious cycling destinations in the world.
There are cycle paths and cycling routes. The Serra de Tramuntana mountains are a particularly popular destination in the spring time (February-April). Cycling enthusiasts will find lots of accommodation in the form of little hotels that cater for cyclists in villages in and around the mountains.
There are a number of cycle hire shops around Mallorca which rent and sell bikes with all the gear.
Bike Hire in Mallorca
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Road bike hire
Located in Port d'Alcudia
Why not explore the beautiful sites of Mallorca by bike? This shop is part of a company that was founded in 1986. They can easily get you on the road with their wide range of bicycles.
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Road bike hire
Located in Can Picafort
Travelling in Mallorca is about exploring the beautiful sights, enjoying the fresh air and having a bit of an adventure. What better way to do it than on a bike? This shop offers a wide range of bicycles to hire, whether you are looking for a road bike or an e-bike.
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Road bike hire
Located in Soller
All bikes are supplied with a helmet, pump, saddlebag containing a spare inner tube, patch kit, tyre levers, allen keys, water bottle holder, and a lock.
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Road bike hire
Located in Port de Pollenca (Puerto Pollensa)
Ideally located in the heart of the cycling hub of Puerto Pollensa, offering easy access to some of the best cycling routes on the island.
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Road bike hire
Located in Port de Pollenca (Puerto Pollensa)
Right in the heart of Port de Pollença, this bike rental shop offers a wide range of top-quality Giant carbon road bikes for all levels. They also stock Liv bikes, specially designed to suit female riders - so everyone can ride comfortably and confidently.
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Road bike hire
Located in Port de Pollenca (Puerto Pollensa)
Long-established bike and motorbike hire in Puerto Pollensa offering top-brand road bikes, e-bikes, city bikes, and scooters for every kind of adventure in Mallorca.
Diving & Snorkelling
Dive into the beautiful waters around Mallorca and discover the world below. Anyone can go snorkelling and it is a great way to begin your underwater adventures without travelling too far away from the comfort of the waters’ surface. Many of the tourist shops in the resorts sell snorkelling gear.
Scuba diving is a fantastic way to explore what lies below. If you are new to scuba diving, the diving schools around the island are more than equipped to show you the ropes and get you started. For those more experienced, there are endless excursions in Mallorca where you can dive into the beautiful blue waters and explore the depths below.
Fishing in Mallorca
You can dangle a fishing rod in most places around the island of Mallorca and it's often something you can do by yourself, or with friends, from a harbour wall, the beach or a boat. A fishing license is required in Mallorca for anyone of 14 years or over.
Why not speak to some of the specialist companies who offer guided trips, excursions and yacht charters for coastal or deep sea fishing? It’s worth checking whether the chartered fishing trips are covered by a 'collective' or 'boat' license (they should be) which means you won’t need to purchase a license yourself.
Did you know that approximately 20 nautical miles off the northern coast of Mallorca is one of the best areas to fish for blue fin tuna in the Mediterranean? But as they are fast becoming an endangered species, it would be better to fish for something else in Mallorca’s seas.
Fitness and swimming in Mallorca
Sports & Fitness in Mallorca
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Rafa Nadal Sports Centre
Located in Manacor
The Rafa Nadal Sports Centre is situated just outside Manacor and is the perfect destination for those who love health, sports and wellness.
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ZUNRAY School of Yoga & Personal Development
Located in Palma de Mallorca
ZUNRAY School of Yoga and Personal Development has a studio in the heart of Palma de Mallorca.
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Mega Sport Centre
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Mega Sport Centre is much more than a sports complex. Located to the north west of Palma, next to the Municipal Stadium and the Son Moix Polideportivo, this centre covers more than 12,000 square meters.
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Palma Sport & Tennis Club
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Founded in 1964, Mallorca Tennis was built by the Barcelona architect Francesc Mitjans, designer of the famous Camp Nou football stadium in Barcelona and other significant buildings in Spain.
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Gymnapolis
Located in Soller
The Gymnapolis was established in 1991 and is a gym for everybody, with good vibes and focus on healthy living and physical activity.
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Nou Olimpic Gym
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Located in the north of Palma (Estacions) Gimnàs Olimpic is a large and friendly (English speaking) gym with a wide and varied choice of fitness options.
Flyboarding
Flyboarding (jetpack or hoverboard) has become a 21st-century international sensation in the watersports world. Imagine oversized boots affixed to your feet which allow you to be propelled into the sky above the water. Whilst not all watersports companies have this impressive piece of equipment, you will find more and more companies are investing on it because this surreal experience is becoming beyond popular.
Flying in Mallorca
Treat the family to a helicopter tour of the island with one of the tour operators. This is an exclusive experience which enables you to see aerial views of Mallorca’s celebrated mountains and seas.
Flying in Mallorca
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Helicopter Dining
Why not arrive in style to your lunch date with a helicopter to drop you off and collect you after your meal?
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Ballooning Mallorca, Cala Ratjada
Located in Capdepera
Take in the beautiful Island of Mallorca from the skies, and see spectacular views across to neighbouring Menorca and Cabrera.
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Helicopter Pleasure Flights
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take to the skies in a helicopter? Well this is your chance.
Football
There are indoor and outdoor football pitches in many of the sports centres around Mallorca, so get in touch with your local sports centre to rent a pitch and organise a friendly match. Remember that in Spain there are both natural and artificial turf pitches, if this is important to you then make sure you do your research before you book.
For those who are keen to try the ever-growing popular sport of ‘Bubble Ball’ (a game of football with inflatable bubbles where you bounce into each other whilst playing), then Mallorca Bowling can help you organise this activity.

Geocaching
There are over 2.5 million people doing geocaching around the world and some of them (perhaps surprisingly) are right here in Mallorca! It’s a relatively new craze that started taking the world by storm in May 2000 after a computer geek decided that GPS could be “really exciting”. He hid some treasure at his home in Portland, America, for people to find, broadcast the GPS coordinates and said, “Come and get it”. His only rule: “Take some stuff, leave some stuff”. And that’s exactly what Geocaching is…you go in search of treasure by using the GPS system on your mobile device – once you’ve found it, you write your name in a logbook and replace the treasure you decide to take. It’s pretty simple really and means, as a family, you can be adventurers together. You won’t usually find anything quite as precious as gold, silver and diamonds but nevertheless it’s quite exciting!
Golf in Mallorca
With more than 20 golf courses to choose from and Mallorca’s mild winters, families can tee off all year round. If 18 holes are too much for you or the younger ones, try the Arabella Golf Son Quint pitch and put course (9 holes).
Golf Courses in Mallorca
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Pula Golf Course, Son Severa
This golf club was opened in 1995, originally designed by D.Santiago Sota. Between 2004-2006, the course was redesigned by Jose Maria Olazabal to prepare it for use on the International Pro-Tour.
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Son Servera Golf Course, Son Servera
This golf club is located next to the sea in beautiful natural surroundings. The course was designed by John Harris and opened originally as a 9-hole course in 1967.
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Son Termes Golf Course, nr Bunyola
This golf course lies 10 km north of Palma de Mallorca. Designed by Harris Group & Josè Rodriguez, the course opened in 1998.
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Son Vida Golf Course
The Son Vida golf course ranks among the island's most beautiful courses. Located just a few miles to the north-west of Palma, the tree-lined fairways offer breathtaking views of the spectacular surroundings down to the Bay of Palma. The course was one of the first to be created on Majorca in 1964 by F.W. Hawtree, but was renovated in 2001 by Kurt Rossknecht. The 18-hole golf course is a par 71. The golf course consists of fairly tight fairways with two water hazards. The greens tend to be small & round, with bunkers on either side. Doglegs on the course create challenges for the more experienced player.
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Santa Ponsa Golf Course
Located in Santa Ponsa
Santa Ponsa Golf Club consists of two 18-hole and one 9-hole golf courses. More than just a golf club, it is a resort where you can buy villas & apartments so to have golf on your doorstep. Of the three courses, the 18-hole Santa Ponsa I is open to the public - Golf Santa Ponsa II & III are for members of the club only.
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La Reserva Rotana Golf Course
Located in Manacor
This is a private 9-hole golf course just a few meters from the Rotana Hotel. The course is reserved for hotel and restaurant guests.
Horse riding in Mallorca
Horse riding and lessons are available in Mallorca, so you can discover the island's beauty on horseback. There are several types of excursions you can take, from a stroll along one of the beautiful beaches to a trek high up into the Tramuntana Mountains. You don't need to be an experienced rider, beginners are welcome!
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Horse Riding Lessons, Randa
Located in Randa, this well-established company has been training Spanish horses for over 30 years and has now opened its doors to the public. They offer lessons for beginners and advanced riders, with dressage and jumping also available.
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Son Menut Horse Riding Centre, Felanitx
Located in Felanitx
Located in the east of Mallorca, Son Menut is a well established horse riding centre and stud farm. They offer lessons for beginners and advanced riders, with dressage and jumping also available.
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Show Jumping Horse Riding Holiday
Located in Felanitx
For those who want it all, combine show jumping lessons, trail riding, and luxury accommodation for a fantastic holiday.
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East Coast Sightseeing Horse Riding Excursion
Located in Capdepera
This unforgettable excursion will take you through the mountains and the beach, to some of the most paradisiacal locations in Mallorca.
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Beginners 5 Day Horse Riding Holiday
Located in Felanitx
Fall in love with horseriding as you explore the beautiful island of Mallorca with an experienced local guide.
Hot-air ballooning
Take to the skies by hot air balloon in Mallorca to experience floating over the island’s spectacular views and scenery like never before. You may see wildlife and animals you can’t see from the ground. The pilot controls the height but the wind determines which direction you take, so the flight can take anything from one to two hours, depending on when a suitable landing site comes into view.

Indoor activities in Mallorca
There are ‘Ten Pin Bowling’ alleys in Mallorca to keep you and the family entertained. They are often located in family entertainment centres with arcades and restaurant facilities. This the perfect activity for when the rare bad weather strikes in Mallorca, or if you just fancy a break from the sunshine. Mallorca’s main bowling alleys are located in and around Palma (Mallorca Bowling is the most noteworthy) but you will find some smaller ones in the more commercial beach resorts too.
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Palma Jump Trampoline Park
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Open 7 days a week, this is a great place to spend a fun day with the whole family. They have two ample spaces for spectators and jumpers, as well as a snack bar.
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Trui Theatre
Located in Palma de Mallorca
The Trui Theatre hosts many performances throughout the year, including plays, musicals, spectacle and concerts.
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Palma Escape Rooms
Located in Palma de Mallorca
This is a firsthand experience like no other. You have 60 minutes to escape the room using the clues provided... great fun for the whole family!
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Teatre Principal de Palma
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Palma's main theatre has recently undergone major refurbishment, and now this nineteenth century building has been brought into the twenty-first century.
Indoor climbing
On the outskirts of Palma there is a large indoor climbing centre with over 30 high climbing routes and a bouldering area. They even have facilities to practice circus acrobatics, including a trapeze! They offer indoor and outdoor climbing lessons and courses for children.
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Doble 8 Indoor Climbing Centre
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Located on the outskirts of Palma, this is the highest indoor climbing centre in Mallorca, also offering indoor and outdoor courses.
Karting
Karting is a popular activity for people of all ages. There are both indoor and outdoor tracks of various sizes around the island, so whether you are staying in the north, south, east or west of the island you will be able to find a place to race. With the most modern facilities available, Mallorca promises to give even the most seasoned karters a thrill. Feel the adrenaline rush and race to beat the rest of the family!

Mini-golf
Everybody loves a bit of crazy golf, so challenge your friends and family to a game at one of the many mini golf/ crazy golf courses located in the resorts across the island. This light-hearted sport is guaranteed fun and games for all ages! These fun-fueled activities can be found in most popular resorts, but our top picks are in Katmandu Theme Park in Magaluf and Fantasia Golf in Palma Nova.
Mountain-biking & Fat-biking in Mallorca
There are a number of adventure companies offering mountain biking excursions in Mallorca, so you are guaranteed to find some terrain to suit your individual skills. Mountain biking is a challenging and fun activity, but if you are new to the sport then do let a guide take you out for the day and show you the ropes. There are also numerous cycle hire shops offering everything you could possibly need.
Bike Hire in Mallorca
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Can Picafort
Travelling in Mallorca is about exploring the beautiful sights, enjoying the fresh air and having a bit of an adventure. What better way to do it than on a bike? This shop offers a wide range of bicycles to hire, whether you are looking for an e-bike or mountain bike.
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Port d'Alcudia
Why not explore the beautiful sites of Mallorca by bike? This shop is part of a company that was founded in 1986. They can easily get you on the road with their wide range of bicycles.
Museums & Galleries
Mallorca is full of rich heritage and this is very much reflected in the number of museums and galleries on offer around the island. If you are a family who are keen to learn about this beautiful island's history and find out more about its culture you will find yourselves spoilt for choice when it comes to places to visit. A trip to Palma is an absolute must for those keen to learn but there are castles, monuments, museums and galleries to be found all around the island.
Nature Reserves & Parks
Immerse yourself and your family in Mallorca’s natural beauty by heading to a nature reserve where you can soak up the scenery whilst learning about the different wildlife the island offers. There are a number of wonderful nature reserves in Mallorca that you can visit that have visitor centres and educational walking trails.
One of Mallorca's Reserves, Sa Dragonera is home to 361 different plant species, 18 of which are endemic to the Balearics. It also boasts an impressive number of wall lizards, bats and the largest Eleonora’s falcon population in the archipelago. Other popular wildlife parks include Mondragó Natural Park for its unspoilt white sandy beaches and breathtaking views of turquoise waters, S’Albufera Nature Reserve for its birdlife (around 200 species) as well as plants, fish, reptiles and insects. Last but not least, Llevant Peninsula Nature Reserve is renowned for its remote beaches and its colonies of Mediterranean tortoises.
Paddleboarding
Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is a popular global sport these days, often described as a cross between surfing and kayaking. It is also a fun way to explore the immediate coastline. Whether going solo or with the whole family, you will find paddle boards to hire on various beaches around the island, usually rented out by the hour. No previous experience is needed, just hop on the board and start paddling.
Paintballing
Challenge your family to a game at one of the few paintballing indoor and outdoor centres based on the island. A great team building exercise, in most cases you're split into teams and a variety of scenarios and courses are offered at the beginning of all games, with each game lasting approximately 2 hours.
Parasailing
Parasailing is a completely unique and incredible adventure. It’s also one of the top ways to enjoy Mallorca’s exhilarating coastline views. You and the children (over 6 years old) can experience flying 200 feet in the air whilst getting a real birds-eye view of what’s going on below.
Sailing & yachting in Mallorca
There are plenty of sailing schools on the island that will accommodate your family of budding sailors whatever your level. There’s even an opportunity to take things to the next stage by completing your qualified boating or sailing licenses in Mallorca.
Palma, Cala Nova Port, Puerto Pollença, Port d’Andratx, Port D'Alcudia and Santa Ponça have some of the best-known sailing schools on the island.
Yacht Charter in Mallorca
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Clara One 32m Motor Yacht
The Clara One is a classic spacious motor yacht with space for up to 150 guests while berthed making her ideal for functions or events.
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Jeanneau 509 15m Sailing Yacht
A beamy Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 509 sailing yacht with five cabins and three bathrooms. She is fast under sail and roomy below deck. Great for larger groups of up to 10 guests.
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Rehab Superyacht
Rehab is a much loved Sunseeker Predator 68, famous for her fantastic crew and legendary day charters. She is one of the most popular yachts at 212 Yachts as her crew are well known for outstanding service, with Irish Captain Michéal and Stewardess Alice charming every charter guest.
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Canados 90' 28m Motor Yacht, Mallorca Island
This Canados 90' was just refitted in 2017/18 and is wide and spacious to accommodate guests comfortably.
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Galeon 305 Open 10.4m Motor Yacht
This 2018 Galeon 305 Open is a compact motor yacht ideal for adventurous, fun-seeking types, who will welcome the sense of speed and great performance.
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Dufour 512 Grand Large 15m 2016 Sailing Yacht
Fora Nirvis 3 is a stylish 2016 Dufour 512 Sailing Yacht that has a smart modern interior.

Segway
Segways are a great way to see the sights in Mallorca and there are several companies offering tours with experienced, friendly and multilingual guides. Palma and Soller are popular towns offering this type of activity. There is also a small segpark in Cala Ratjada for those who just want to brush up on their skills rather than do the whole sightseeing thing. Companies usually have age and height restrictions, it’s recommended for children to be over 10 years old and to weigh more than 45kg to participate in the segway fun.
Shopping
Mallorca is a great location to indulge in a spot of shopping, from Palma’s city centre (full of high street labels, designers and boutique shops) to the traditional Mallorcan markets in the rustic towns and villages, the island provides a distinctive shopping experience. You will find little evening markets selling arts and crafts in many of the resorts in the summer months, which are perfect for a stroll before or after dinner. A little tip, the indoor shopping centres on the island are perfect for the rare rainy day you might experience in Mallorca.
Spas and massages in Mallorca
Spas in Mallorca
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Bodyna Spa
Located in Illetes
Located at the Hospes Maricel Hotel, guests and non-residents can relax with a soothing massage at the spa or enjoy the natural caves around.
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Talise Spa
Located in Port de Soller
Part of the 5-star Jumeirah Luxury Hotel, this spa offers an exclusive thermal area with stunning views. Their personalised treatments combine modern techniques with traditional local natural products such as olive oil, lemons, oranges and almonds.
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Arabella Spa - St Regis Mardavall Mallorca Resort
Located in Palmanova
Voted Condé Nast Traveller Magazine Readers’ Spa Awards 2007: Top 10 Hotels Spas – Europe. The Arabella Spa combines the best of traditional and modern, Far Eastern and Western therapies.
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Son Vida Beauty Spa
Located at the Hotel Castillo Son Vida, in this spa you can choose your customized beauty programme and pamper your body with enriching treatments using products of Anne Semonin Paris and Ligne St. Barth.
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Rafa Nadal Sport Time Spa
Located in Manacor
This spa is based within the Rafa Nadel Sports Centre which offers a number of different experiences from a Museum to accommodation alongside this luxury spa.
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Shine Spa, Son Vida (Golf)
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Located in the Sheraton Arabella Golf Luxury Hotel, this spa offers signature treatments including massages tailored-made for golf enthusiasts.
Squash
There are a few squash courts located in the sports centres on the island. Be sure to bring your own squash rackets and book a court in advance by getting in touch with your local sports centre. You might be able to find one with their own coach so you can have private lessons to brush up on your skills whilst on the island.
Swimming
Being an island, Mallorca isn’t lacking beaches, so there’s the more obvious option of taking a dip in the sea but there are also swimming pools aplenty. If you aren’t staying at a hotel, apartment or a villa that has a pool, you can look for the closest beach club or water park. The main towns and resorts have sports centres with indoor or outdoor heated swimming pools, so you can take a swim all year round.
Tennis and racket sports in Mallorca
Tennis is one of the most popular sports in Mallorca. In recent years there has been a significant investment in the sport, which means that there many tennis clubs and courts available for the enthusiast or the amateur all around the island.
Part of this enthusiasm comes from the incredible success of Rafa Nadal, everyone's favourite Spanish tennis player. Originally from Manacor (east of Mallorca), Nadal has done a lot to raise the profile of tennis in on the island, even opening a state of the art tennis school and sports centre near his hometown. The courts in Mallorca are generally clay or hard courts, and you can book them as a non-member at most of the clubs. A complete list of clubs can be seen on the Federació de Tennis de les Illes Balears website.
Theme parks, waterparks and aquariums in Mallorca
Escape reality at one of the island’s theme parks. Mallorca offers unique theme parks catering for families of all ages, from tree top adventures to upside-down houses or nature parks. You’ll be sure to find something for everyone. Areas like Magaluf, Palma Nova and Santa Ponça have some of Mallorca’s more well-known theme parks like Katmandu and Jungle Parc.
Animal lovers can head to Safari Zoo in Cala Millor, La Reserva in the Serra de Tramuntana, Natura Parc in Santa Eugenia or the Artestruz Ostich Farm in Campos.
Theme & Adventure Parks in Mallorca
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Dinosaur Land
Discover the fascinating world of dinosaurs, the largest living beings that have ever existed on the planet.
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La Reserva Puig de Galatzó Nature & Leisure Park, Puigpunyent
Located in Puigpunyent
La Reserva Puig de Galatzó is like an adventure park for both adults and kids offering not only a nature reserve but also activities like zip wires, climbing or a Tibetan bridge plus lots of animals.
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Katmandu Park
Located in Magaluf
In the heart of Magaluf, you'll find the House of Katmandu, an interactive theme park like no other. Inside, you'll find games, illusions, robotics, a laser shooting game, two mini golf courses and a 4D cinema ride.
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Fantasia Golf, Palma Nova
Located in Palmanova
Located just behind the beach in the heart of Palma Nova this is the perfect activity for families, groups and friends. Choose from 3 different tropical courses or play all 54 holes and enjoy a refreshment or range of snacks from the bar.
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Jungle Parc Junior, Bendinat
Located in Illetes
An area designed and intended for young adventurers. Sport, fun and adventure, it has 50 platforms and games divided into 6 circuits of different levels and heights.
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Safari Zoo, Cala Millor
Located in Sa Coma
Safari Zoo is a wildlife park and leisure park on the east coast that is open throughout the year. There are over 600 animals on the park, a restaurant and several playgrounds for children.
Walking, hiking and running in Mallorca
The walking paths and hiking trails in Mallorca can generally be split into two categories: coastal and mountain. Coastal routes are all very accessible and mostly very easy (more like strolls than hikes), but still worth doing for the unbeatable views of the coastline and access to fabulous beaches along the way. Mountain trails can be reached by car, bus or train and generally require a little more energy due to steep inclines. They are a great way to explore Mallorca’s terrain and the many traditional villages that are dotted around the countryside.
Guides & Tours in Mallorca
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Hiking & trail running
Located in Valldemossa
This company offers guided hikes and trail runs for all levels. Discover mountain paths, coastal trails, and hidden spots with expert local guides.
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Island Trekking Trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
With breathtaking views, this is one of the best ways to experience the island.
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Mon d'Aventura Activity Company
Located in Pollenca
Món d'Aventura is a Mallorcan company dedicated to active, imaginative and adventurous people of all ages who like outdoor pursuits and to discover adventure in Majorca.
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Trekking
Located in Sineu
Mallorca offers a dynamic and dramatic landscape perfect for hiking. From the Tramuntana Mountains to rugged coastline, there are numerous routes suitable to all level of hiker.
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The Archduke's Walkway, Mallorca Island
Located in Deia
One of the most popular stages of the GR221 and Mallorca’s dry stone route. It is without a doubt one of the most stunning walks on the island. The walkway follows the summit ridge with spectacular views down to the sea.
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Canyoning Trip
Located in Palma de Mallorca
Explore Mallorca's river canyons and gorges on this adrenaline-fueled adventure.
Waterparks
Waterparks are always a winning activity for both adults and children to enjoy in Mallorca! You can spend hours of fun splashing around together with the exciting slides, rapids and wave pools at the waterparks the island has to offer. In recent years we have also spotted inflatable floating water parks at some of the bigger beaches, these devices have everything from climbing walls to trampolines and keep both adults and children entertained. The island's most popular waterparks are Western Waterpark and Aqualand, both located on the south-west coast.
Waterparks & Aquariums in Mallorca
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Western Waterpark
The Western Water Park is filled with thrilling water slides and pools for everyone's enjoyment. There's a special water park for smaller children and a spectacular diving exhibition featuring professional divers.
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Hidropark Waterpark
The only water park on the north of Mallorca Hidropark sits just behind the beach in Port d'Alcudia. Perfect for families and smaller children.
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Marineland
Located in Puerto Portals
Entertainment here is provided by the performing dolphins, sealions and parrots. There is also a penguin pool, a reptile house and a large collection of sharks and tropical fish, plus flamingoes, monkeys and an impressive aviary.
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Aqualand Waterpark, S'Arenal
One of the world's largest water funfairs, with enough thrills and spills to keep you happy all day. In addition to the water slides and wave pool, there is a mini-zoo, as well as a children's farm, parrot shows.
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Palma Aquarium
Palma Aquarium immerses you slowly into the ocean so that you can discover its secrets and the different species that inhabit the deep sea.
Waterskiing & Wakeboarding
There are water skiing and wakeboarding companies based around the island to cater for everybody’s needs. There is even a wakepark which claims to have the only cable system on the Balearic Islands, based in Alcudia.
Watersports in Mallorca
It is usually the more commercial beaches and ports that offer watersports. In the west of the island, try Magaluf, Santa Ponça and Palma Nova. In the north, there are plenty of activities to get involved in around Alcudia and Puerto Pollença’s beaches. You might struggle to find such activities on the beaches of the island's east coast as they are smaller, more tranquil destinations.
Watersports in Mallorca
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Guided Kayak Tour
Located in Santa Ponsa
Paddle along the coast and between islands on our kayaks to visit the most interesting places of this beautiful area of Mallorca, such as a cave and a natural pool where you can snorkel or swim in crystal clear waters!
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Marine Reserve Snorkelling Boat Trip
Located in Santa Ponsa
Snorkelling trip to the Malgrats Marine Reserve where you will be able to see a wide variety of marine wildlife.
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Coasteering
Located in Llucmajor
Coasteering combines adventure swimming, abseiling, climbing and rock scrambling to explore some incredible locations in Mallorca.
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Kayak Hire
Located in Santa Ponsa
Paddle around the south western coast of Mallorca on our kayaks, exploring at your own pace and enjoying the stunning scenery this beautiful coastline has to offer.
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Stand Up Paddle Board Hire
Located in Santa Ponsa
Discover the southwestern coast of Mallorca on a stand-up-paddle board at your own pace, and enjoy the stunning scenery while practising an outdoor sport.
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PADI Diving Courses
PADI International certifications are recognised all over the world. This school offers a number of courses for you to learn new skills and progress.
Windsurfing & Kiteboarding
For windsurfing the bays in the north of Mallorca are particularly popular, so try Pollença, Alcudia or Can Picafort. There are some windsurfing schools for those new to the sport, while you can also just rent a board and see where the wind takes you. Remember to avoid the ‘swimming’ zones along the beaches during the summer months or you will have the water police after you!
There are a few places particularly well known for kite surfers to catch good waves in Mallorca, try the east coast of Puerto Pollença or Son Serra de Marina to catch some of the best waves. The kite surfing schools provide lessons for people of all levels and have different styles of kites and boards for rent. There’s the opportunity to book courses (which is highly recommended for beginners), or individual 1-hour lessons.

Best places to visit from Palma de Mallorca
There are plenty of day trip options that will make your time in Mallorca unforgettable. While a car makes exploring easy, there are alternatives for those who prefer not to drive. Buses leave regularly from the central intermodal station in Palma and how can you resist the vintage train to Sóller?

Best summer day trips in Mallorca
Every year, visitors from all over the world flock to Mallorca's coastline to soak up the glorious Mediterranean sunshine, golden sandy beaches and turquoise sea waters. However, there is much more to this island than a beach holiday resort.

Fabulous family beaches in Mallorca
Mallorca’s golden sandy beaches and turquoise waters are claimed to be some of the best in Spain. However, a day at the beach with children can often feel like a big operation. The last thing you want to do is hike down a rocky slope with a buggy, bucket and spade and several inflatables.

Family fun in Palma
Mallorca has been a top family holiday destination for a number of decades, and whilst the thriving beach resorts remain a firm favourite for anybody travelling with children, the island’s capital city has its own collection of attractions to keep the little ones entertained with gaining popularity amongst all age groups.

Get your skates on Palma
There's a vibrant roller skating scene in Palma with meet ups taking place every weekend from Portixol. Organised by and for people who love to skate, Mallorca Patina is an independent community which welcomes all ages and abilities. Gliding along the seafront in the sunshine or winding through the historic streets on a balmy evening is always an exhilarating experience on wheels!

Live like a cowboy in Mallorca
Do you fancy riding your horse to a restaurant, tying up and getting breakfast or dinner? Well, howdy cowboy, here's your chance...

Mallorca Climbing for Families Review
Located in Soller
It may be hard to believe but rock climbing and abseiling really are sports for everybody. Outdoor activities, especially rock climbing, are a rewarding and enjoyable way for a family to spend quality time together in some of the most beautiful areas of Mallorca.

New sailing & diving adventure in Mallorca
Want to make the most of what the Mediterranean has to offer in Mallorca but don't know where to start? You can now hop on a beautiful sailing boat and navigate around the Balearics while diving in the best underwater spots that the archipelago has to offer.

Perfect picnics spots in Palma
Palma has perfect picnic weather and plenty of spots where you can enjoy an alfresco feast. Within the heart of the city, you’ll find grassy refuges, benches shaded by sprawling creepers and further afield, a whole forest to explore overlooked by Bellver Castle.

Royal gardens open from February 2017
From February 2017 the gardens of Marivent Palace, the summer residence of the King of Spain, will be open to the public for nine and a half months of the year.

Sensational simulators at Rafa's musem
The high-tech sports centre set up by Rafa Nadal in Mallorca has added a new attraction to its already extensive list of facilities: a sports museum which includes a whole set of immersive experiences for all the aspiring athletes out there.

Soller train Mallorca wins 2016 tourism award
Spanish radio station Onda Cero has granted Soller train its tourist award because of its appeal to tourism, as well as its singularity. Opened in 1912, this narrow-gauge train traverses across the Serra de Tramuntana in a scenic journey, perfect for a day trip from Palma.

The 6 most beautiful natural attractions in Mallorca
An island drenched in natural beauty, Mallorca is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe right now. Although much of its land has been developed for tourism, evident from the number of resorts, hotels and restaurants popping up all over the place, you will be pleasantly surprised at how much of the island's natural beauty has been preserved.

Three new cultural hiking routes in Mallorca
Mallorca's local government has developed three new hiking routes in the Tramuntana mountains that combine nature and sport with culture and heritage. It is all part of the European "Rando pour la Culture" project that also includes trails in Corsica and continental Greece.

Top 11 rainy day activities in Mallorca
Mallorca is a popular holiday destination largely owing to more than 300 days of sunshine beaming down across the island each year. However, that happy statistic does still leave 50 days on average when the sun doesn’t shine, and visitors often struggle to dispel a sense of disappointment when their holiday vision of sunshine and sparkling sea is marred by rain and windy weather.

Top adventure sports to do in Mallorca
In recent years, visitors to Mallorca have discovered the island's potential for adventure sports. With a wide range of landscapes to choose from including stunning crystalline waters, rocky cliffs, and steep mountain trails, this Mediterranean paradise will satisfy even the most extreme adrenaline junkies.

Top places to see in Mallorca
There is just so much to see and experience in Mallorca. The island that offers something for everyone, including lovers of art, nature and history.

Tramuntana best natural destination
The famous tourist website TripAdvisor have announced their list of the ten best natural destinations in Spain, and Mallorca's Serra de Tramuntana has come out on top. With close to 1,600 reviews and an average score of 5 stars, the national park is well-loved among visitors.

Tried & Tested: An Outing to Sa Dragonera
If decent but do-able walks, entailing breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and ending with a hop into crystal clear waters, are your cup of tea, a trip to Sa Dragonera Nature Reserve, off the west coast of Mallorca, could be just what you are looking for this holiday.

What to do when the sun doesn't shine in Mallorca
With an average 300 days of sunshine every year, it's not often that you wake up to grey skies on this island. If it happens on your holidays, don't fret as there is still plenty to do. Shelve your beach towel, grab your rain poncho and seize the day!