Mallorca is an island located on the Mediterranean Sea, and is considered the largest island in Spain with its capital is Palma Island. The highest peak on the island reaches 1445 meters above sea level and it also ranks second among the islands in Spain in terms of population.

Mallorca is also characterized by attracting tourists from the United Kingdom and Germany, as it is one of the best tourist destinations in the region, and there is Palma de Mallorca International Airport, which is the busiest airport in Spain.

In 1950, Mallorca became one of the most important tourist places to visit in Europe and the world, and the tourism sector became the main source of income on the island and more than half of the island’s residents work in the tourism sector.

Mallorca is characterized by many archeological monuments, including caves that contain ascending columns and monuments dating back to prehistoric times. The island is famous for its wonderful natural landscapes, including forests, fertile valleys, lakes, and huge caves. Now let us get to know more about this beautiful island and what you can do there.

Things to do in Mallorca

The tourism sector on the island is very popular, in 2011 the number of visitors reached 10 million, and there are also many resorts and luxurious rooms in Mallorca. The tourists go there to enjoy the beaches and see many places that we will know more about in this article.

The Capital City of Palma

One of the famous places to visit, it is located on the Mediterranean Sea and the city contains many attractions to visit. From the famous places located in Palma is Mallorca Cathedral which is located on the Old Harbor, it is a sandstone building and it was built in the 13th century but it wasn’t finished until the 17th century. 

When you enter the cathedral you will find yourself inside a beautiful building of 6600 square-meter with an aisle nave with a height of 44 meters. Also, you will see stained-glass windows, with some rose windows and you will see that some of the interiors were remodeled by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi in the 20th century.

There is the Bellver Castle, another attraction in Palma that was built in the 13th century and located on a hilltop 3 km away from Palma center and it was a stronghold in the old days. The castle includes a museum and it has a bridge that leads into the castle’s courtyard.

Valldemossa Village

Valldemossa is a beautiful town located between Tramontana Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, where you will be charmed by its stoned buildings and narrow alleyways, and it gives you a special atmosphere. When you are in the town you will see the center of the town which is called the Plaza Ramon Llull, which is full of lovely trees and cafes where you can have a nice meal and a cup of coffee.

Below the village, you will find a Valldemossa Port, which makes you feel that you are in a fishing village and you will love having fresh seafood in one of its local restaurants. Also, there is the 14th-century Carthusian monastery that was built on the site of an ancient Moorish Alcazar.

Soller Town

Soller is a small town surrounded by a wonderful landscape that you would love to see. The town contains many important historical attractions like the 14th century Parish church of St. Bartomeu, 6 km away from the UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Alfabia gardens which are dated back to the 12th century.

The garden is famous for its lemon and orange orchard, vegetables, and tropical palm trees. The palace that contains the garden is designed in a Baroque style and includes lovely paintings and other valuable things. Also, there is Soller Port which contains a marina with many small boats and yachts.

Alcudia 

Alcudia is considered one of the beautiful cities in Mallorca, it is surrounded by green areas, trees, and forests. Also, the place includes many beautiful historical monuments and traditional festivals. When you visit the town you will see that it is fortified from the Middle Age to protect it from pirates that attack the city.

The city has an old-world vibe with winding medieval streets and palatial Renaissance houses. There are many churches there like Santa Ana and Sant Jaume and the Baroque chapel of Sant Crist with an image of Christ from the 15th century. Also, you can find remains of Roman houses and an amphitheater that is located south of Sant Jaume Church.

Alcudia is such a beautiful place to spend a great time with friends and family, it is full of many attractions from many historic periods that you will love to see and it is a good choice for you to put it in mind to visit.

Puerto Portals Resort

The Puerto Portals Resort is located on the southwest coast of Mallorca is consist a favorite place for the royal family and other visitors. The amazing marina is filled with luxury yachts and attracts people to the yacht club, cafes, restaurants, and elegant shops.

With elegant boutiques and luxury cars like Ferrari, Porsche, etc racing through the city streets, Puerto Portals is a miniature version of Monte Carlo in Monaco. Tourists can stroll along the waterfront and enjoy the wonderful view of the place.

Near this resort, there is mainland Mallorca, which is one of the favorite attractions for families with kids. You can visit the aquariums and aviary and see the animal exhibitions.

Soller Train

Soller Train is a beautiful tourist train, it is a railway on the Spanish island of Mallorca. It was opened in 1912 to transport oranges and lemon to the capital’s markets. It is one of the most important activities recommended during tourism in Mallorca. 

The train is characterized by its structure made of copper and wood and its journey between the cities of Palma and Soller, where you can enjoy a quick tour between the most wonderful and most important landmarks of Mallorca.

Deia Village

Deia Village is located about 15 km away from Soller, in the valley of the Oranges in the Tramuntana Mountains and it stands on a hillside surrounded by rolling hills and many trees. When you visit this small village you will see the stone houses with tiled roofs and green shutters.

The Village was once the home of a famous poet called Robert Graves and now his house is a museum that you can visit. The village is also famous for its delicious Balearic cuisine and it includes some top restaurants in it.

There are some attractions that you will like to visit such as the Cala Deia which is a small rocky cove with a tiny pebble beach and crystal water, and it includes restrooms and restaurants. Also, there is the Miramar Monastery, which is located just outside of Deia and it has balconies the overlook the cliffs and the sea and it was built in the 13th century.

Town of Petra

The Town of Petra is located 43 km away from Palma the capital city of Mallorca and it contains the museum of Fra Juniper Sierra Museum House, which displays the work of Friar Junipero Serra. There is the Junipero Festival that is held every year on the 3rd Sunday of September and features floats and colorful floral offerings.

There is another attraction in the town of Petra, which is the church of San Pedro and it is a Gothic church with a fortress, the convert of St. Bernard, and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Bonany.

Arta Historic Town

Arta is located in a valley that is well-known for almond, olive, and fig orchards and there is a parish church in town which is a cypress-shaded avenue that leads up to the hilltop where you will find a fortress and the Santuari de Sant Salvador chapel and from there you can see a wonderful view of the town.

The town includes the remains of its ancient ramparts and many old houses, and the town also contains a famous restaurant that is called Andreu Genestra is a restored farmhouse that was built in the 15th century and it gives you a lovely view of the countryside.

Llucmajor Beaches

One of the best things that you can do in Mallorca is go to the beaches that are spread all over the island. There is El Arenal Beach, which is a nice place for swimming, it is also perfect for surfing and includes a yacht club, sun umbrellas, and water sports equipment are available for rent.

Another beach you can visit is the Cala Pi that is surrounded by many hotels and housing, it is a beautiful sand beach with crystal clear water and you can try scuba diving there.