Mallorca
Hop-On Hop-Off Palma de Mallorca
A hop-on hop-off bus is a great way to see the beautiful city of Palma. The route goes from Palma's old town on a tour of 80 minutes that includes the Bellver Castle, Palma Bay, the Royal Palace of L'Almudaina, the Cathedral and all the main street activities with their shops, gardens, parks, cafes and markets.
Soller Train
The historic electric train travels between Palma and Soller and takes a route north from the capital across the plains, winding through mountains and 13 tunnels of the Serra de Tramuntana, finally ending in the large railway station of the northern town of Soller. The train began operating in 1912 and was financed by the profits of the orange and lemon trade, which at the time was booming. For this reason, it is sometimes known as the "Orange Express". Soller is one of Mallorca's most picturesque towns, steeped in history with a host of cafes, restaurants and shops. For an added bonus, when you arrive at Soller, you can jump on a smaller train that takes you to the Port of Soller.
Catedral de Mallorca
Located close to the sea in Palma, this Gothic cathedral was built by the King Jaume of Aragon in 1229 after he was saved by a storm at sea. Featuring one of the world’s largest rose window’s, it is definitely a must see. Palma’s vast cathedral ('La Seu' in Catalan) is the city's major architectural landmark. Aside from its sheer scale and undoubted beauty, its stunning interior features, designed by Antoni Gaudí and renowned contemporary artist Miquel Barceló, make this unlike any cathedral elsewhere in the world. Open 10am-6.15pm Mon-Fri Jun-Sep.
Castell de Bellver
This fantastically well-preserved 14th-century royal fortress is accessible through the pine-scented woods of the surrounding hillside and has some of the best views in Palma (‘bellver‘ meaning ‘lovely views’ in Catalan). Initiated by King Jaume II in 1300 and built by the same architect as the Almundaina Palace, it is an architectural rarity in that it’s completely circular. For many years it was a prison, where Jaume III’s widow and sons were held briefly. Nowadays it houses Palma’s museum of municipal history, with artefacts from the Talayotic period, Roman, Arab and Medieval eras.
Fornalutx
Much of the character of this picture-perfect hilltop village comes from its stone houses and their red tiled roofs appearing to cascade down the mountain. A charming place to wander around, the streets are narrow and often cobbled, and the rustic architecture has been particularly well conserved, especially its picturesque 17th-century church. There’s also a handful of excellent restaurants from which to admire the views, and the village is surrounded by citrus groves that you can walk through into the town of Soller below.
Deià
The small coastal village of Deià, on the northwest coast of Mallorca, is one of the prettiest villages on the island. Perched in a ravine at the foot of the Teix mountain, with views out to the Mediterranean below, Deià has long been a magnet for famous artists, writers and other creative people – most notably the writer Robert Graves. If you fancy exploring more of the island, it's well worth a trip to see the beautiful old buildings and meander through the old streets of Deià village.
Portals Vells
You don't have to go far from Palma to find beautiful beaches. Portals Vells is Located only 25 minutes from Palma with car and is absolutely stunning! No tienes que ir lejos de Palma para encontrar playas hermosas. Potals Vells esta a tan solo 25 minutos de Palma en auto y es bellísimo!
Cala Llombards
The aquamarine waves that lap Cala Llombards, located on Mallorca's southeast coast, are warm and gentle – and a favorite among families for that reason. Its picturesque setting is another point in its favor: Framed by pine trees and bobbing boatsheds, Cala Llombards boasts smooth white sands, plus a tropical beach bar that serves up cold drinks and plates of fish. In between snorkeling and sunning, you can stretch your legs on a walk toward Cala Santanyi, where you'll be rewarded with a view of Es Pontas, a natural arch rock outcropping that resembles a bridge.
Serra de Tramuntana
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Serra de Tramuntana ("mountains of the north wind") are located on Mallorca's northern coast and offer travelers the chance to hike, cycle or drive through a landscape of deep gorges, jaw-dropping cliffs and the highest peak in Mallorca, Puig Major.